The USPTO has changed how fees for Information Disclosure Statements (IDS) work, this change was implemented 2025-01-19.A brief overview of the changes are as follows:There are now fees for when…

System claims describe the overall arrangement and interaction of different components within a system, protecting the “what” and “how they work together” of an invention.Method claims focus on the specific…

We have started uploading a new series of FishFAQ videos directed towards Trademarks. This first video starts with the most basic question: What is a Trademark?It covers the purpose of…

“When in doubt, cite it” is the wisdom handed down regarding prior art on the edges of relevance. After all, it didn’t cost much to cite such art by filing…

We have recently added another video to our FishFAQ video series on patents. This one covers a basic overview of the U.S. patent process. You can find the entire FishFAQ video…

We have recently added another video to our FishFAQ video series on patents. This one covers a brief history and development of patents. You can find the entire FishFAQ video playlist…

We have uploaded a new FishFAQ™ video to YouTube. This video covers how various related patent applications can make up what is called a 'patent family'.    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmH0jhpBwP8&t=8s

We have a new FishFAQ™ video explaining the term "patent pending", when it can be used, and some considerations to keep in mind when using the term.You can find all…

The Supreme Court recently decided, in Vidal v Elster, that the TTAB’s refusal to register the TRUMP TOO SMALL mark, was not a violation of First Amendment rights.Registration Application and…

Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/07/17/2024-15377/2024-guidance-update-on-patent-subject-matter-eligibility-including-on-artificial-intelligenceThe US Patent Office continues to issue guidance on subject matter eligibility  under 35 USC 101.  This latest July guidance addresses AI-assisted inventions, and adds very little to what…