Halloween Myths & Patents

Halloween Myths & Patents

When you think of Halloween you think of witches, jack-o-lanterns, trick-or-treating and black cats.  Halloween is celebrated by millions of people worldwide and is no longer just for children, but for adults as well.   It’s a time to dress up in costumes, eat too...
U.S. Patent Office in Silicon Valley Update

U.S. Patent Office in Silicon Valley Update

We mentioned in a couple posts ago that we would give an update on the U.S. Patent Office set up here in Silicon Valley.  As of right now, the U.S Patent Office in Silicon Valley is in a temporary office in Menlo Park at the Menlo Park Science Center.  There have been...
What Are Patent Trolls Costing Us?

What Are Patent Trolls Costing Us?

What Are Patent Trolls Costing Us? In a recent move, the Obama Administration has cracked down on “patent trolls,” in an effort to stop them from influencing and utilizing the patent system for solely financial gain. But what is a patent troll and what do they cost...
U.S. Patent Office in Silicon Valley Update

U.S. Patent Office in Silicon Valley Coming Soon

The United States Commerce Department will open four Regional U.S. Patent offices to speed up the patent process and help American businesses innovate, grow and create jobs. This is a first for the USPTO, who will expand their operations outside of Washington DC.  The...

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