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Patent Grant Day! - June 4, 2024
It has been almost a year since my last post - many apologies. In an effort to become a more frequent blogger, I want to take a moment to...

Devin Vaage
Jun 4, 20241 min read


IP Review: Super SoakerĀ®
The Super SoakerĀ® has been a staple toy in the summertime arsenal of families for decades. Inventor Lonnie Johnson famously invented the...

Devin Vaage
Jun 16, 20231 min read


The 3 Main Types of Intellectual Property
Trademarks, patents, and copyrights are different types of intellectual property. They each serve different purposes and offer various...

Devin Vaage
Jun 1, 20231 min read


What Does A Patent Prosecution Attorney Do On A Daily Basis?
My colleagues in the legal community routinely ask what I do. Patent prosecution is not something that is taught in mandatory classes in...

Devin Vaage
May 26, 20232 min read


An Introduction to Patent Cooperative Treaty Applications
One avenue for securing global patent rights is through the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) and its associated Patent Cooperative Treaty...

Devin Vaage
May 18, 20232 min read


USPTO Proposes Creation of Design Patent Practitioner Bar to Enhance Intellectual Property System
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has recently taken a significant step toward improving the intellectual property...

Devin Vaage
May 17, 20232 min read


The Basics of Patentability Searches: What You Need to Know
Before you file a patent application on an invention, it's crucial to conduct a patentability search. Patentability searches are often...

Devin Vaage
May 10, 20232 min read
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