LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) is amending the rules of practice in patent cases by creating a separate space for individuals with educational backgrounds in design-related disciplines to qualify to practice before the USPTO in the limited capacity of design patent application proceedings.

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Patent Trademark Blog

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Should you use a design patent to protect your new product? When compared to utility patents , design patents are often overlooked as an IP asset. Let’s explore when it makes sense to pursue a product design patent. Let’s explore when it makes sense to pursue a product design patent.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JANUARY 5, 2022

What is a design patent continuation application? US patent law allows an applicant to file a “child” patent application while the “parent” application is still pending. This rule applies to both utility and design patent applications. Be careful though.

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Patent Trademark Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Graphic designs on the front or back of a shirt, for example, will often be considered ornamental matter that would not qualify as trademark use. How to Design Patent the Appearance of Clothing Does your article of clothing have some unique 3-dimensional features? But how do you show a trademark on clothing?

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Patent Trademark Blog

JANUARY 18, 2023

Besides software patents, ineligible subject matter can also arise in design patent applications. Take a graphical user interface (GUI) , for example. Trying to obtain a design patent on a two-dimensional artwork or graphic design without regard to the article can also lead to ineligible problems.

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Patently-O

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

by Dennis Crouch The USPTO is officially establishing a separate design patent practitioner bar with its final rule published on November 16, 2023 and effective January 2, 2024. Currently, a single patent bar governs registration for anyone seeking to practice before the USPTO in utility, plant, and design patent matters.

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Patent Trademark Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Get a Design Patent Instead The path to registering a trademark can be strewn with landmines. When your trademark application faces difficult rejections, would a design patent make more sense? Before making that decision, keep in mind the 1-year grace period for filing US patents. Rejected Trademark Application?

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