If a startup company uses an exclusive licensed IP from a university, what usually happens if the company wants to get acquired by a larger company? Do large companies usually avoid acquiring a company with a licensed patent? The question can be answered whether or not you have an exclusive license to the IP from a University,…
The 2 Most Common Rejections of a Patent Application Several months after your patent application has passed preliminary examination, the process of substantive examination will begin. During substantive patent examination, a patent examiner is assigned to review your application. The patent examiner will, among many other actions, assess your patent claims and perform a patent…
After stuffing your face with every type of dip imaginable and screaming at the TV for 4 hours, the Monday after the Super Bowl can be a rather grueling day at work. Although originally #patented for airplane use in 1968, the ‘Pillow Crash Helmet’ is a super convenient way to grab some quick Z’s right…
Here is a video link to Dun & Bradstreet’s hangout session from January 22, featuring Jeffrey Bekiares. This session features insights into what makes a successful crowdfunding campaign–including rewards and equity based. Jeff’s perspective focuses equity crowdfunding and crafting the right approach to a winning campaign. Equity crowdfunding is similar to rewards in many ways, in…
How Do I Form My Entity in Georgia? The following are general, step-by-step instructions on properly forming your Company (Business Entity) in Georgia. If you have any questions through out the guide please feel free to contact SmartUp. Consult with an Attorney for Free REQUIRED ITEMS: 1.) Company Name. Decide on the Entity’s Name Consider the following…
Foreign companies often ask me what their first step to bringing a product to the US market should entail on the legal end. My answer is simple: make sure that your product would not infringe the intellectual property rights of others. When it comes to marketing and branding, a trademark search may suffice. When it…
Patent Expiration – Should You Reapply on Your Provisional? I have not started manufacturing and my provisional patent application has expired. Should I re-apply for a provisional patent or apply for a full utility patent? Once a provisional patent application has expired, you may refile the same provisional application on condition that you have not…
Who Really Owns An App Patent And Copyright On A Team? Jack and Jill work at ACME. Jack is the owner of ACME who partnered with Jill to help develop some software. Jack and Jill never had a formal arrangement made in writing… For various reasons, Jack and Jill are now ready to terminate their…
Three Ways The Most Boring Page on Your Website Offers Critical Protection Although web professionals spend almost no time on it, website terms and conditions govern the relationship between your company (or the entity running the website) and visitors, users and customers. So, as a founder, this page shouldn’t be ignored. Depending on the type…
Understanding Patent Requirements and Protecting Ideas I have an idea that I think is/could be patent-able based on the requirements of patent-ability, but I do not yet know exactly how to make it. For example, I want to add a certain useful feature to a shoe, but do not know the best way to add…
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