Best Patent Application Podcasts (2025)

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Novelty Search / Patentability Search Report: The First Step Toward a Strong Patent Application | InventionIP Podcast 8:05

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Explore how a Novelty Search or Patentability Search Report lays the foundation for a strong patent application in this episode by InventionIP. Learn how identifying prior art, analyzing existing patents, and assessing uniqueness can help inventors refine their ideas, reduce risks, and improve patent approval chances. Discover why this crucial firs…

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Episode 36: Novelty Search / Patentability Search Report: The First Step Toward a Strong Patent Application | InventionIP Podcast 8:05

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Explore how a Novelty Search or Patentability Search Report lays the foundation for a strong patent application in this episode by InventionIP. Learn how identifying prior art, analyzing existing patents, and assessing uniqueness can help inventors refine their ideas, reduce risks, and improve patent approval chances. Discover why this crucial firs…

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MPEP Q & A 338: Requirements for an English language translation of a non-English language foreign application. 2:08

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Question: What are two of the requirements for an English language translation of a non-English language foreign application? Answer: If an English language translation of a non-English language foreign application is required: 1) the translation must be that of the certified copy (of the foreign application as filed) and 2) it must be filed togeth…

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23. Spooky Patents & Scary Claims | What Halloween Inventions Teach About Patent Strategy 22:29

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What can a Ouija board, a pumpkin carving kit, and fake fangs teach us about modern patent practice? In this special Halloween episode, attorneys Samar Shah and Jamie Brophy dig into three “spooky” patents from the past — and uncover how concepts like claim scope, enablement, and obviousness still haunt inventors today. You’ll learn: Why the origin…

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Novelty Search / Patentability Search Report: The First Step Toward a Strong Patent Application | InventionIP Podcast 8:05

1d ago8:05

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Explore how a Novelty Search or Patentability Search Report lays the foundation for a strong patent application in this episode by InventionIP. Learn how identifying prior art, analyzing existing patents, and assessing uniqueness can help inventors refine their ideas, reduce risks, and improve patent approval chances. Discover why this crucial firs…

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Episode 35: Professional Patent Translation Services | Legal & IP Translation Experts | InventionIP 8:20

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Explore how professional patent translation services play a vital role in global intellectual property protection. This InventionIP podcast delves into the importance of linguistic precision, legal accuracy, and technical expertise in translating patents and IP documents. Learn how accurate translations ensure compliance with international patent l…

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Professional Patent Translation Services | Legal & IP Translation Experts | InventionIP 8:20

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Explore how professional patent translation services play a vital role in global intellectual property protection. This InventionIP podcast delves into the importance of linguistic precision, legal accuracy, and technical expertise in translating patents and IP documents. Learn how accurate translations ensure compliance with international patent l…

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MPEP Q & A 339: When is information material to patentability according to the duty to disclose? 2:26

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Question: When is information material to patentability according to the duty to disclose? Answer: Information is material to patentability when it is not cumulative to information already of record or being made of record in the application, and (1) It establishes, by itself or in combination with other information, a prima facie case of unpatenta…

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Episode 34: Know about Trademark Search & Filing Services | InventionIP Podcast 7:33

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Explore how InventionIP’s Professional Trademark Search & Filing Services help businesses protect their brand identity and avoid costly legal issues. This podcast episode explains the importance of conducting a comprehensive trademark search, filing correctly with the USPTO, and maintaining long-term protection. Learn how expert guidance ensures sm…

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Know about Trademark Search & Filing Services | InventionIP Podcast 7:33

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Explore how InventionIP’s Professional Trademark Search & Filing Services help businesses protect their brand identity and avoid costly legal issues. This podcast episode explains the importance of conducting a comprehensive trademark search, filing correctly with the USPTO, and maintaining long-term protection. Learn how expert guidance ensures sm…

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Provisional Patent Drafting | Professional Patent Drafting Services in USA & Canada 7:31

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Discover the essentials of provisional patent drafting in this insightful podcast by InventionIP. Learn how a well-drafted provisional application can secure your invention’s early filing date, strengthen future patent filings, and support innovation in the USA and Canada. Understand key drafting elements, common mistakes to avoid, and how professi…

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Episode 26: Provisional Patent Drafting | Professional Patent Drafting Services in USA & Canada 7:31

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Discover the essentials of provisional patent drafting in this insightful podcast by InventionIP. Learn how a well-drafted provisional application can secure your invention’s early filing date, strengthen future patent filings, and support innovation in the USA and Canada. Understand key drafting elements, common mistakes to avoid, and how professi…

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Provisional Patent Drafting | Professional Patent Drafting Services in USA & Canada 7:31

23d ago7:31

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Discover the essentials of provisional patent drafting in this insightful podcast by InventionIP. Learn how a well-drafted provisional application can secure your invention’s early filing date, strengthen future patent filings, and support innovation in the USA and Canada. Understand key drafting elements, common mistakes to avoid, and how professi…

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22. Idea vs. Invention Explained: What Makes Something Patentable 19:35

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In this episode, hosts Samar Shah and Jamie Brophy tackle a question every inventor faces: What’s the difference between an idea and an invention—and when is it ready for a patent? What you’ll learn in this episode: Why ideas aren’t patentable—but inventions are. Patents don’t protect vague concepts or “what ifs.” They require concrete details. Sam…

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Episode 33: Patent Landscape Analysis | Trusted Patent Search Services in USA & Canada – InventionIP Podcast 7:37

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Discover how patent landscape analysis helps innovators, startups, and businesses make informed decisions in today’s competitive markets. This episode by InventionIP explores what a patent landscape is, why it matters, and how trusted patent search services in the USA and Canada provide valuable insights into market trends, competitor activity, and…

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Patent Landscape Analysis | Trusted Patent Search Services in USA & Canada – InventionIP Podcast 7:37

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Discover how patent landscape analysis helps innovators, startups, and businesses make informed decisions in today’s competitive markets. This episode by InventionIP explores what a patent landscape is, why it matters, and how trusted patent search services in the USA and Canada provide valuable insights into market trends, competitor activity, and…

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Step-by-Step Guide to Design Patent Drawings in Patent Application | InventionIP Podcast 7:45

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Discover a step-by-step guide to creating USPTO-compliant design patent drawings. This episode explains why drawings are the foundation of design patent protection, the required views, the difference between solid and dashed lines, and how to avoid common mistakes that could delay or weaken your application. Learn how professional preparation and a…

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Episode 32: Step-by-Step Guide to Design Patent Drawings in Patent Application | InventionIP Podcast 7:45

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Discover a step-by-step guide to creating USPTO-compliant design patent drawings. This episode explains why drawings are the foundation of design patent protection, the required views, the difference between solid and dashed lines, and how to avoid common mistakes that could delay or weaken your application. Learn how professional preparation and a…

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Step-by-Step Guide to Design Patent Drawings in Patent Application | InventionIP Podcast 7:45

1M ago7:45

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Discover a step-by-step guide to creating USPTO-compliant design patent drawings. This episode explains why drawings are the foundation of design patent protection, the required views, the difference between solid and dashed lines, and how to avoid common mistakes that could delay or weaken your application. Learn how professional preparation and a…

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MPEP Q & A 337: Kinds of information that can be relied on in a protest. 3:07

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Question: List three examples of the kinds of information, in addition to prior art documents, that can be relied on in a protest. Answer: The following are examples of the kinds of information, in addition to prior art documents, which can be relied on in a protest: (A) Information demonstrating that the invention was publicly known […] The post M…

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Episode 31: Why Perform a Patent Invalidity Search Before Litigation | InventionIP Podcast 7:34

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Explore why conducting a patent invalidity search before litigation is essential for businesses and innovators. This episode explains how invalidity searches uncover prior art, assess patent strength, and provide critical leverage in disputes. Learn how this step minimizes legal risks, reduces unnecessary costs, and strengthens your position in cou…

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Why Perform a Patent Invalidity Search Before Litigation | InventionIP Podcast 7:33

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Explore why conducting a patent invalidity search before litigation is essential for businesses and innovators. This episode explains how invalidity searches uncover prior art, assess patent strength, and provide critical leverage in disputes. Learn how this step minimizes legal risks, reduces unnecessary costs, and strengthens your position in cou…

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How to Perform a Freedom to Operate Patent Search on a Product | InventionIP Podcast 6:28

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A Freedom to Operate (FTO) patent search is essential before launching any new product. It helps businesses identify active patents that could pose infringement risks, ensuring a clear path to market. This blog explains what an FTO search is, why it matters, and outlines the step-by-step process — from defining scope and searching databases to anal…

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Episode 30: How to Perform a Freedom to Operate Patent Search on a Product | InventionIP Podcast 6:28

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A Freedom to Operate (FTO) patent search is essential before launching any new product. It helps businesses identify active patents that could pose infringement risks, ensuring a clear path to market. This blog explains what an FTO search is, why it matters, and outlines the step-by-step process — from defining scope and searching databases to anal…

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How to Perform a Freedom to Operate Patent Search on a Product | InventionIP Podcast 6:28

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A Freedom to Operate (FTO) patent search is essential before launching any new product. It helps businesses identify active patents that could pose infringement risks, ensuring a clear path to market. This blog explains what an FTO search is, why it matters, and outlines the step-by-step process — from defining scope and searching databases to anal…

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MPEP Q & A 336: Circumstances when relevant documentation should be submitted to regulatory review body. 2:56

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Question: When should relevant documentation submitted to a regulatory review body be submitted for the Office for review? Answer: Where relevant documentation is submitted to a regulatory review body, such as the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), and is material to any pending patent application or reexamination proceeding, such documentation…

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Episode 29: Steps Involved in a Patentability Search | InventionIP Podcast 7:14

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Discover the essential steps of a patentability search in this episode of the InventionIP Podcast. Host Emma Johnson speaks with IP expert Dr. Michael Turner to unpack the process — from defining your invention to analyzing prior art and preparing a search report. Learn about common mistakes, best practices, and real-world examples that show why a …

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Steps Involved in a Patentability Search | InventionIP Podcast 7:14

2M ago7:14

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Discover the essential steps of a patentability search in this episode of the InventionIP Podcast. Host Emma Johnson speaks with IP expert Dr. Michael Turner to unpack the process — from defining your invention to analyzing prior art and preparing a search report. Learn about common mistakes, best practices, and real-world examples that show why a …

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Beyond the Lines: The Role of Patent Drawings in Securing Innovation | InventionIP 6:18

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Patent drawings are more than just illustrations—they are a vital part of protecting innovation. This episode by InventionIP explores why accurate and professional patent drawings are essential for both utility and design patents. Listeners will learn how drawings help meet USPTO requirements, avoid costly mistakes, and strengthen patent applicatio…

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Episode 28: Beyond the Lines: The Role of Patent Drawings in Securing Innovation | InventionIP 6:18

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Patent drawings are more than just illustrations—they are a vital part of protecting innovation. This episode by InventionIP explores why accurate and professional patent drawings are essential for both utility and design patents. Listeners will learn how drawings help meet USPTO requirements, avoid costly mistakes, and strengthen patent applicatio…

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Beyond the Lines: The Role of Patent Drawings in Securing Innovation | InventionIP 6:18

2M ago6:18

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Patent drawings are more than just illustrations—they are a vital part of protecting innovation. This episode by InventionIP explores why accurate and professional patent drawings are essential for both utility and design patents. Listeners will learn how drawings help meet USPTO requirements, avoid costly mistakes, and strengthen patent applicatio…

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MPEP Q & A 335: Under what circumstances will international and search fees be refunded? 3:28

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Question: Under what circumstances will the international and search fees be refunded? Answer: The international and search fees will be refunded if no international filing date is accorded or if the application is withdrawn before transmittal of the record copy to the International Bureau. The search fee will be refunded if the application is with…

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21. Navigating the Patent Process with Expert Paralegal Hastings Galloway 29:49

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Join hosts Samar Shah and Jamie Brophy as they dive into the world of patents with expert paralegal Hastings Galloway. Discover the essential role of a patent paralegal, the importance of attention to detail, and the intricacies of patent law. Hastings shares her journey from hospitality to patent law, offering insights into the daily responsibilit…

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MPEP Q & A 334: Assignee(s) who may conduct prosecution or reexamination. 3:01

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Question: Which two types of assignee(s) may conduct either the prosecution of a national application for patent or a reexamination proceeding? Answer: The assignee(s) who may conduct either the prosecution of a national application for patent or a reexamination proceeding are: (1) A single assignee. An assignee of the entire right, title and inter…

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Episode 27: What Is the Difference Between Patentability Search and Prior Art Search? | InventionIP Podcast 6:40

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What’s the real difference between a patentability search and a prior art search? This episode of the InventionIP podcast breaks down the distinct purposes, timing, and outcomes of each type of search. Discover how a patentability search helps determine if an invention is eligible for a patent, while a prior art search is often used to challenge ex…

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MPEP Q & A 333: When a supplemental reissue oath or declaration is required. 3:22

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Question: If additional defects or errors are corrected in the reissue after the filing of the reissue oath or declaration, is a supplemental reissue oath or declaration required? Answer: For applications filed on or after September 16, 2012, if additional defects or errors are corrected in the reissue after the filing of the reissue oath […] The p…

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Episode 26: Utility Patent Illustrations and the Patent Grant Process | InventionIP Podcast 7:06

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Learn how utility patent illustrations play a crucial role in the patent grant process. This episode breaks down why high-quality drawings are essential, what the USPTO requires, and how illustrations support your claims during examination. From technical compliance to real-world examples, discover how clear and accurate visuals can strengthen your…

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Why Freedom to Operate (FTO) Analysis Is Crucial Before Product Launch | InventionIP Podcast 6:23

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Learn why Freedom to Operate (FTO) analysis is a critical step before launching any product. This episode explores how FTO helps businesses avoid patent infringement, costly litigation, and market setbacks. Understand what an FTO analysis includes, when to conduct it, and how it supports strategic decision-making. Packed with practical insights and…

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Episode 25: Why Freedom to Operate (FTO) Analysis Is Crucial Before Product Launch | InventionIP Podcast 6:23

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Learn why Freedom to Operate (FTO) analysis is a critical step before launching any product. This episode explores how FTO helps businesses avoid patent infringement, costly litigation, and market setbacks. Understand what an FTO analysis includes, when to conduct it, and how it supports strategic decision-making. Packed with practical insights and…

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MPEP Q & A 332: Availability of provisional application relied on for priority and abandoned. 3:11

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Question: Is a provisional application that is relied upon for priority in a U.S. patent and is abandoned available through the Patent Center? Answer: Yes, a provisional application that is relied upon for priority in a U.S. patent and is abandoned may be available through the Patent Center. Generally though, provisional applications are not publis…

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Episode 24: How to File for Patent Invalidation with USPTO | IP Talks by InventionIP 8:00

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Learn how to file for patent invalidation with the USPTO in this episode of IP Talks by InventionIP. Discover the key legal grounds for challenging a patent, including lack of novelty, obviousness, and insufficient disclosure. Explore the different pathways like Inter Partes Review (IPR), Post-Grant Review (PGR), and Ex Parte Reexamination. Underst…

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Why Inventors Need a Patentability Search Before Filing | IP Talk by InventionIP 6:52

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Learn why a patentability search is a crucial first step before filing a patent application. This episode explores how identifying prior art early can help inventors avoid costly rejections, refine their ideas, and improve their chances of securing a patent. Understand the risks of skipping the search and how a professional assessment can guide sma…

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MPEP Q & A 331: Does new ground of rejection raised by the Board in an appeal reopen prosecution? 3:00

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Question: Does the new ground of rejection raised by the Board in an appeal reopen prosecution? Answer: The new ground of rejection raised by the Board does not reopen prosecution except as to that subject matter to which the new rejection was applied. If the Board’s decision in which the rejection was made includes an affirmance […] The post MPEP …

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Episode 23: Patent Invalidity Search vs. Validity Search: Key Differences | InventionIP Podcast 6:46

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Discover the key differences between patent invalidity and validity searches in this insightful episode. Learn when each type of search is used, how they impact patent litigation, enforcement, and licensing, and why they are essential for defending or challenging patent rights. With real-world examples and strategic guidance, this episode is a valu…

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Episode 22: Can I Draw My Own Design Patent Drawings for the USPTO? | InventionIP 6:07

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Can you draw your own design patent drawings for the USPTO? This episode of the InventionIP Podcast explores what’s legally allowed, what the USPTO expects, and why precision is critical. Learn the risks of DIY drawings, the importance of meeting formal requirements, and when it’s worth hiring a professional. Whether you're a first-time inventor or…

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MPEP Q & A 330: Items the Technology Center will verify when a Request for Continuing Examination is initially processed. 3:16

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Question: Name two items the Technology Center will verify when a Request for Continuing Examination is initially processed. Answer: An RCE will be initially processed by the Technology Center (TC) assigned the application. Technical support personnel in the TC will verify that: (A) the application is a utility or plant application (i.e., not a des…

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Episode 21: Difference Between Provisional and Non-Provisional Patent Drafting | InventionIP Podcast 7:13

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Discover the key differences between provisional and non-provisional patent drafting in this insightful episode by InventionIP. Learn when to file each type, what’s included in the applications, and how each impacts your patent strategy. Whether you're an inventor, startup founder, or IP professional, this episode offers clear, practical guidance t…

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MPEP Q & A 329: Non-exhaustive factors to determine whether to accept a petition after the 2-month period. 2:43

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Question: What non-exhaustive factors may be considered to determine whether to accept a petition after the 2-month period? Answer: The following non-exhaustive factors may be considered to determine whether to accept a petition after the 2-month period: (1) Petitioner engaged in significant, constructive efforts with the examiner to resolve the is…

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How to Conduct a Product Clearance Search Before Launching a Product | InventionIP 5:48

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Learn how to protect your business before launching a new product with a product clearance search, also known as a Freedom to Operate (FTO) search. This episode explains what an FTO search is, why it matters, when to conduct one, and how it helps you avoid costly patent infringement risks. Whether you're developing tech, consumer goods, or medical …

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Episode 20: How to Conduct a Product Clearance Search Before Launching a Product | InventionIP 5:48

5M ago5:48

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Learn how to protect your business before launching a new product with a product clearance search, also known as a Freedom to Operate (FTO) search. This episode explains what an FTO search is, why it matters, when to conduct one, and how it helps you avoid costly patent infringement risks. Whether you're developing tech, consumer goods, or medical …