by Team EvansIPLaw | Jan 14, 2026 | Welcome to All About Inventing!
Got IP? Got a brilliant idea, a unique brand name, or a creative work? Then you’ve GOT IP! But what kind? Understanding the differences between a Patent, Trademark, and Copyright is crucial for protecting your innovations, brand identity, and original creations....
by Team EvansIPLaw | Jan 14, 2026 | Welcome to All About Inventing!
A trademark is a legal protection for a brand’s identifying features, including names, logos, slogans, and even certain designs. For athletes looking to monetize their NIL, trademarks are an essential tool that offers several key benefits: Brand Protection: Athletes...
by Team EvansIPLaw | Jan 14, 2026 | Welcome to All About Inventing!
Signature requirements – US Patent Applications A signature is required when you fill out a US patent application. Signatures can be: Handwritten S-signature – Name between two single forward slashes – Signature must be accompanied by printed/typed name of the signer...
by Team EvansIPLaw | Jan 14, 2026 | Welcome to All About Inventing!
CLAIMING THE BENEFIT – US PATENT APPLICATIONS Claiming benefits in a patent application allows an applicant to preserve the filing date of a previous patent application (often a provisional application or a related non-provisional application) while filing a new...
by Team EvansIPLaw | Jan 14, 2026 | Welcome to All About Inventing!
If you’ve ever looked at a patent and wondered why the claims read like a blend of legalese and engineering jargon, you’re not alone. But there is a method to the madness—every patent claim is built from three required parts, and each part plays a critical role in...
