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Online intellectual property services are popular because so many new entrepreneurs and creators have great ideas—but no idea where to start. It’s easy to get them confused, as there are four different kinds: copyrights, trade secrets, trademarks, and patents. Unfortunately, that confusion nearly doubles regarding patents and trademarks because so many people we work with require both.
Patents and trademarks both have complex application processes and precise criteria. They are very much a race to see who comes up with an idea first, so you have to be proactive. That means working with experienced, talented attorneys who know the ins and outs of the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
The Benefits of a Provisional Patent Application
Priority
A patent is used to protect an invention, process, or design. It gives the party exclusive rights to use, sell or license their creation for 20 years. There is no renewal process for a patent, though it is possible to complete a new patent for improved or modified designs if they’re significantly different from the original patent.
Expense
A trademark is designed to protect a brand name, logo, slogan, or another identifying aspect of your specific product. To obtain federal trademark protection, you have to do interstate commerce and file an application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). A trademark can last forever, provided it’s renewed every ten years and continuously used in commerce.
Research
Those apply to artistic works like song lyrics, novels, plays, and even some types of software code. The types of intellectual property described above are mostly handled by the USPTO. Copyrights, on the other hand, are handled by the Copyright Office of the Library of Congress. It’s relatively easy to file one yourself. In most cases, your need for a lawyer will stem from someone infringing on it, so it’s not an area we typically handle.
Speed
A patent is used to protect an invention, process, or design. It gives the party exclusive rights to use, sell or license their creation for 20 years. There is no renewal process for a patent, though it is possible to complete a new patent for improved or modified designs if they’re significantly different from the original patent.
Simplicity
A trademark is designed to protect a brand name, logo, slogan, or another identifying aspect of your specific product. To obtain federal trademark protection, you have to do interstate commerce and file an application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). A trademark can last forever, provided it’s renewed every ten years and continuously used in commerce.
Protection
Those apply to artistic works like song lyrics, novels, plays, and even some types of software code. The types of intellectual property described above are mostly handled by the USPTO. Copyrights, on the other hand, are handled by the Copyright Office of the Library of Congress. It’s relatively easy to file one yourself. In most cases, your need for a lawyer will stem from someone infringing on it, so it’s not an area we typically handle.
Provisional Patent Application Services
We are industry-leading intellectual property attorneys whose primary goal is to make the process approachable, safe, and secure. We offer as many services as we can in-house and provide an excellent collaborative environment for our clients. If you’re ready to protect your branded assets and inventions, reach out to us for a free screening online.
If at any time within the first 14 days of signed engagement with 3 IP Law, you are dissatisfied with the level of service provided, we will refund 100% of your money.
Working With Bold Patents
Online intellectual property services are popular because so many new entrepreneurs and creators have great ideas—but no idea where to start. It’s easy to get them confused, as there are four different kinds: copyrights, trade secrets, trademarks, and patents. Unfortunately, that confusion nearly doubles regarding patents and trademarks because so many people we work with require both.
Patents and trademarks both have complex application processes and precise criteria. They are very much a race to see who comes up with an idea first, so you have to be proactive. That means working with experienced, talented attorneys who know the ins and outs of the United States Patent and Trademark Office.