Episode Summary:

In this episode of Patent Options Podcast, host Abigail Vaca and patent attorney Jamie Sheridan discuss the critical importance of professional patent searches. They explore the differences between DIY and professional patent searches, common mistakes inventors make, and why professional expertise is crucial in the patent application process.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction and overview of patent searches

02:13 - Common mistakes in DIY patent searches

04:46 - Navigating patent databases and search complexity

07:32 - Professional patent search methodology

08:49 - Different types of patent searches (patentability vs. infringement)

12:48 - Scope and strategy of comprehensive patent searches

14:43 - Role of AI and professional expertise in patent searching

About the Show:

Patent Options Podcast: Securing Intellectual Property Strategies features Jamie Sheridan, Patent and Trademark Attorney of Sheridan Law, LLC. The show provides valuable insights into intellectual property protection and patent strategies for inventors and businesses.