ONLINE RESEARCH

Patents and Trademarks

Rule 1: Always use a professional search agency.

Rule 2: Always consult an attorney versed in intellectual property law.

Rule 3: Insist on confidentiality.

Why do a patent search?

A preliminary patent search for U.S. patents or worldwide patents will:

 be a source of marketing information on companies and technology

 help you distinguish your application and obtain a valid patent

 provide a "state of the art" review of any technology

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Why do a trademark search?

A preliminary trademark search at state, federal, or international levels will:

  determine availability of trade or service marks and names for use in commerce

  identify both registered and unregistered (common-law) marks / names

  identify similar variant spellings, word arrangements, and designs

  identify owners and status of registered trademarks

It is important to recognize that common-law trademarks are also protected, including trade names and internet domain names

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