How to Write a Patent Application

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  • @The5066blt
    @The5066blt4 жыл бұрын

    so well spoken. Thank you for this video.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    4 жыл бұрын

    Right on Bryan, thanks for the feedback. Any topics you want to hear more about?

  • @thebinnyboy
    @thebinnyboy4 жыл бұрын

    This Is an awesome guide! Much appreciated

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Noah!! I'm so glad you like it. Let us know if you have any additional questions or want to hear more topics.

  • @MrKILLAKA
    @MrKILLAKA Жыл бұрын

    I have 0 experience and never imagined myself actually inventing something but I have an idea that has been itching my brain for months, thinking of different models and everything lol. It’s something I would love in my own field of work and some trusted others I’ve told in the same go feel the same way. Thanks for the tips lol 🙏

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    Жыл бұрын

    You are most welcome! Let me know if I can be of any assistance. Feel free to email me any time: jd@boldip.com.

  • @thegiddypessimist8375
    @thegiddypessimist83752 жыл бұрын

    J.D. thanks for the effort you put in to make these videos! I am writing a master's paper on the patents process and your content has been unbelievable healpful! Just wanted to give you a heads up that I did not receive an email, or at least couldn't I find it, when I clicked for the free book. Thanks again for all the info!

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    2 жыл бұрын

    Happy to help! Shoot me a copy of your thesis, I'd be happy to review/provide edits if you'd like. Also, send me what link you clicked to get a book. I need to fix it if its broken. Email me: jd@boldip.com.

  • @thegiddypessimist8375

    @thegiddypessimist8375

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@boldpatents Thanks for such a speedy reply! Email should be in your inbox.

  • @bigboypantsgolf
    @bigboypantsgolf2 жыл бұрын

    so helpful! highly appreciated!

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    2 жыл бұрын

    You're most welcome! Let me know if you'd like to learn about any other topics. If you're ready to move forward with your project, please click this link here to get started with uscalendly.com/business-consultations/am06-youtube:

  • @morbiusprime2043
    @morbiusprime20434 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video, thank you.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    4 жыл бұрын

    You're most welcome Iman :) Let us know if we can help you any further.

  • @danilomaresias
    @danilomaresias3 жыл бұрын

    very cool and informative video, man. Thanks

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    You bet! Happy to help! Let me know if you have topics you'd like to hear more about.

  • @leojude6859
    @leojude6859 Жыл бұрын

    Great work

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Leo. Let me know if you have any other topics you'd like me to cover.

  • @heroknaderi
    @heroknaderi4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks 🙏

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're so welcome! :)

  • @tomubl2655
    @tomubl26553 жыл бұрын

    THANKS

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're very welcome! :)

  • @jasonhaagensen4118
    @jasonhaagensen4118 Жыл бұрын

    Great videos, thanks for sharing. Would it be possible for you to share the link to the graphic shown at the beginning titled "process for obtaining a utility patent"

  • @frankoneill9612
    @frankoneill96125 жыл бұрын

    nice detail on the subtlety of title, narrow/broad, inventor tendencies to think "no competition", .... practical help for an inventor filing their own provisional !

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Frank! Glad you enjoyed it. Go big! Go Bold!

  • @fast8carman
    @fast8carman4 жыл бұрын

    Very interesting but I thought it was a video about how to file a "Provisional" patent.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    4 жыл бұрын

    Remember, there is no such thing as a "provisional patent". There is a "provisional patent application" though :) I do explain in this video what you need to do. What more were you looking for specifically?

  • @allenchandler2383

    @allenchandler2383

    4 жыл бұрын

    you think this is too much? I haven't heard of PPA's being this intensive.

  • @brittanythompson6476

    @brittanythompson6476

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@boldpatents if you really wanna think you're helping you'll demonstrate on the actual PPA

  • @LastCast2011
    @LastCast20112 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Excellent video. What can you include in the provisional patent in regards to a PCT.? That requires more $$$ right?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    2 жыл бұрын

    You're so welcome! A PCT is simply a placeholder which points back to the priority date/filing for your country of origin. I have a good video on PCT/International filing here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/Yqpml7Olg7Spedo.html, also here is a blog article:boldip.com/international-patent-applications/ and here: boldip.com/faq-how-do-patents-work-internationally-bp/

  • @josehouston2913
    @josehouston29134 жыл бұрын

    Question: Is there any specific template/formatting required for that document? Are these questions asked within the online application or would you be uploading a word as a PDF?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Jose, sorry for long delay - there are a lot of forms/documents referenced in that video, if you're talking about the form to file with the USPTO, the primary one is the application data sheet (ADS). This ADS form and many others are found at USPTO.gov here: www.uspto.gov/patents-application-process/applying-online/form-fillable-pdfs-available

  • @vincentoliveri8246
    @vincentoliveri82464 жыл бұрын

    I enjoyed the video Jamie thank you . I very green when it comes to Product Developing . I've watched many clips of different companies and professionals explaining how to create a solid PPA. Almost everyone except yourself I said to keep it very short . You were the only professional that said you should go into full detail . Does your company have a 1 800 number ?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! You can reach us at (844) 397-8356. You can also book a free consultation, just visit this link: boldip.com/contact/

  • @pdub2762
    @pdub27622 жыл бұрын

    Ty sir💪

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    2 жыл бұрын

    You bet P Dub. Shoot me an email if you have any other topics you'd like to hear about: jd@boldip.com.

  • @rogergalingganajr4384
    @rogergalingganajr43844 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Your videos are very helpful. Btw, can I advertise the invention on social media while the provisional patent application is on-going?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're most welcome (sorry for delay in answering) - and absolutely, you can publicize your invention and start to make/sell it after you are patent pending, just note that this does increase the likelihood of copycats/infringers - and you'll want to make sure you can move forward with gusto to dominate the market. It may also mean you want to file the non-provisional patent application quicker.

  • @Eyoutube99
    @Eyoutube992 жыл бұрын

    Hello hope your well and thank you for your video. Question : how does one protect the main idea from the lawyer they approach for patent advice before they have confirmed they want to move forward with that firm? Thank you.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your question EE. Lawyers swear an oath of ethics and professional responsibility, specifically with regard to keeping client confidences as to prospective clients we speak with, active/current clients, and even past clients. As Patent Attorneys, we have a secondary oath/responsibility we swear an oath to with the USPTO when we take and pass the Patent Bar Exam and by holding an active patent bar license we must adhere to keeping inventor confidences just the same as the lawyer side. You must be willing to speak with a patent attorney first. I wrote a blog article on how to interview/find the best patent attorney for you here: boldip.com/questions-to-ask-a-patent-attorney/

  • @gafdl6365
    @gafdl63653 жыл бұрын

    This video is so helpful! Really appreciate it! Though I do have a question regarding the Alternative Embodiments. Are alternative embodiments always required? And if one is included in an application, (e.g. different industry) would that inclusion impact the ability to create a second patent with those alternative embodiments in mind for a different industry? Thank you!

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Great question! No, alternative embodiments are not required, just strongly encouraged. No! You are able to file a continuation or divisional application to get multiple patents from just one single filing! This will require you to do so prior to the parent (initial) patent application being issued/granted. The chain of continuations can go for many many years and you can quickly expand a patent portfolio covering well beyond your initial go-to-market plan/industry. Email me for more: jd@boldip.com.

  • @shayewitman9607
    @shayewitman96074 жыл бұрын

    Very informative vid, thank you! I have a question that I couldn't find an answer to. If the federal government funds research, can we as taxpayers benefit from that research, and use the results of that research in our product innovations? For example: government funds a university professor to study fireants. The professor finds that firearms are attracted to the color red. Can I as a product developer use that info in designing a product that tries to bait ants? Ty!

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're most welcome! I am no expert on government institutions, so little caviat there. As for your example, assuming the research was not classified, and the report was published to open forum/magazine/journal, then YES, you may use that information however you wish. That said, as with any commercial endeavor, to be conservative, you should work with a patent attorney to conduct a Freedom to Operate opinion (assuring no patent holders have rights on what you are selling or plan to sell).

  • @santanah.6897
    @santanah.68973 жыл бұрын

    Just paused video at 5:25 so far your advice has been excellent and of course I'm writing down everything I can. Thanks in advance and also do you all still help with this process more formally via: phone calls / emails etc. ?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome, Santana! The best place to start is to set up a free screening session to see if we are a good fit for each other and if patenting is right for you now. Here's the link to our site: www.boldip.com/contact. I look forward to helping you!

  • @santanah.6897

    @santanah.6897

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@boldpatents Im scheduled with Cody later on today. Thank you

  • @bddd5599
    @bddd55994 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video. Do you need to put all these details in provisional patent? I understand you need to put them in regular utility parent.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes, this is a common mistake that many inventors have that a provisional can be very basic 1-2 pages type of thing. This is SO false. Your provisional must serve as the basis of your later-filed nonprovisional application. ALL of the detail of the later-filed claim-set must be able to claim priority back to the provisional in an enabled specification covering all conceivable alternative embodiments. It's true that the formality does not need to be there for the provisional, but all of the content does.

  • @michaelvaughan2888
    @michaelvaughan28882 жыл бұрын

    in the "patent claims" section, do you need to include the design aspects of it or purely the utility? also, if your invention can prevent damages occuring to another tool but has no other use case is that considered a utility? or does your invention have to do something as well?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    2 жыл бұрын

    In a utility patent application, the written claims must claim the invention functionally. A utility patent may only provide exclusivity for functionality, not design. However, if done well, it can encompass enough scope such that any design will infringe upon it. If your “functionality” is preventing damage, that absolutely is eligible and does provide sufficient utility. However, it still must be novel and nonobvious in order to be patentable.

  • @emjaydelcastillo7674
    @emjaydelcastillo76743 жыл бұрын

    Great video. Do provisional patent applications need claims and an abstract?

  • @j.d.houvener6868

    @j.d.houvener6868

    3 жыл бұрын

    No you don’t :)) but, it’s nice to have 1-2 claims just to set yourself up for the NPA.

  • @1stPrinciples455
    @1stPrinciples4554 жыл бұрын

    Dear Expert Is there a rule covering how reference numbers need to be narrated in the detailed description? I mean, is there a rule to follow where when describing the invention, reference numbers being mentioned must be mentioned in ascending order only? For eg. Can we describe in this way : Car 100 comprises an engine 120 and a carriage 110. Or is it that we must write it this way : Car 100 comprises a carriage 110 and an engine 120? Must the numbers be mentioned in ascending order only?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    4 жыл бұрын

    There are not requirements on exactly how to phrase/describe your invention with respect to the figures. However, there are requirements for the specification (also called written description) under MPEP 2163. Here is a link: www.uspto.gov/web/offices/pac/mpep/s2163.html. Also, another great way to learn how to describe elements in figures is to read through top-caliber company's patents (IBM, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing, etc.). To research other patents, just visit Google Patents (patents.google.com/)

  • @moshaheen7905
    @moshaheen79052 жыл бұрын

    A bit confusing .. the title of the video is about filing "provisional" but you seem to describe and specify the parts of a full patent application??? Are all these required for provisional ?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Mo. Yeah, I just rewatched the video. It does focus the majority of the time on how to write a really good specification through 9:50. I think after that, there was an editing mistake, I do make mention of all of the formality documents (IDS, Claims, PCT, etc.) that all happen at the NPA phase, not at the PPA phase. good catch.

  • @Drekkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk
    @Drekkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk4 жыл бұрын

    Loving the video! This is diverting from asking questions about the process, but what's your opinion on other manufactures internationally stealing a patent pending design that is currently on the market? To give some context I have a product that has the same market share of products made and sold from China through Aliexpress. The current behaviour of sellers are selling a patented product that they don't own the patent to, selling till the host website closes the store, and then opening another store to repeat the process again.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes, it is a shame this occurs. The key is to work with a savvy patent attorney/firm (hint hint**) to help you go after not just the small company that is ripping people off but to find out who is the bigger-pocketed manufacturer that is the upstream supplier (also infringing). This isn't easy, but its a way to make it worthwhile. Also, you can go after ITC proceedings to stop the shipment of products through customs for quicker response than through traditional federal court path.

  • @Drekkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk

    @Drekkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@boldpatents I'm curious about some court cases you heard about where either plan was successful, do you have any that come to mind? Also as a comment about going after ITC proceedings, how effective is this method if that path was sucessful? It seems easy to slip in a non-compliant parcel into a freight container when there would be limited checks on the container on either our end or theirs, as well as possible corruption from the package receiver to not flag parcels that are not compliant.

  • @frankj6308
    @frankj63083 жыл бұрын

    Nice video. Unfortunately the background music is an unnecessary distraction. A video without that background music will do much good.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Franklin... i have heard that a couple times! I am working with our editor to see if we can republish without background music

  • @michaelfritchman7837
    @michaelfritchman78373 жыл бұрын

    If you weren't already employed, I'd offer you a job. Nicely done, boss.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @joannefrank5114
    @joannefrank51143 жыл бұрын

    When you list Prior Art do you only list patents that are listed on the USPTO or do you list all of the similar ideas that you know of, that are not patented that are competitors?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Don't list prior art in the provisional, you'll do that at the nonprovisional phase called the Information Disclosure Sheet, where you will identify the patents you know of as well as any publication that is relevant.

  • @dgoodman4802
    @dgoodman48023 жыл бұрын

    We have a patent idea to change a part on a specific piece of equipment that the company does not have (pretty sure, because we've asked). We are pretty sure that other companies that make the same product have this technology already built in the making of their equipment, the first company has no way of building it in. We've already made a proto type and are using it on our equipment. My question, should we use the name of the equipment we've added this part on in the name of our design or should we leave it broaden? I hope I explained it right.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hey D, not sure I understand the question.

  • @nehash89
    @nehash893 жыл бұрын

    Hello, thank you for the informational video. I would like to file for a PPA for a prototype product and idea. I researched on the USPTO website and was able to find an expired patent which I can cite in the PPA. The overall concept of the expired patent has similarities to my idea. However, the product design is unique and my idea builds on the expired patent (New and useful improvement). How do I understand if my idea is "patent worthy"? Also, do you recommend I file for a utility patent or design patent? I would really appreciate your insights. Thanks!

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Great questions! Sounds like you're right in the middle of the patent process, so congrats on taking action. With respect to the "whether your invention is patent worthy" - I'd love for you to read my article on the Patent Success Matrix, which talks about the necessity for marketability along with patentability. Here's the link: boldip.com/services/patents/patent-success-matrix/. To decide which type of patent to go for, we need to talk confidentially! So, please book a screening session (Free) here: www.boldip.com/contact"

  • @vaibhavvaid7114
    @vaibhavvaid71142 жыл бұрын

    Hi, can you please advise whether the non-provisional patent can be filed on the name of a firm or an LLC instead of just the individual who filed the original provisional patent? In other words can I use a newly formed firm's name in the transmittal/ cover sheet while filing the non-provision patent application where the provisional patent has just my name as an Inventor? Thank you!

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, you can file with the business/LLC as the applicant for an NPA where the PPA was filed by an individual. The inventor named on the PPA must also be named on the NPA.

  • @vaibhavvaid7114

    @vaibhavvaid7114

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@boldpatents Thank you for the quick reply. I appreciate it.

  • @jrg8699
    @jrg86994 жыл бұрын

    What keeps your invention safe in other countries? If they build it cheaper in another country and are selling it online globally?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    4 жыл бұрын

    If you file an international patent application (the Patent Cooperation Treaty is the most common) then you DO preserve the right to file into many foreign countries to prevent others from making/using/selling overseas. Note, that even if you only have US rights and don't pursue international rights, you still would have the right to prevent others from selling to US consumers online.

  • @ATF7839
    @ATF78392 жыл бұрын

    Hey J.D. I wanted to know from your experience how long a patent process would typically take when you hire a firm as I’m not yet fully aware of the expectations I should have as a client. What should I expect from a patent lawyer with keeping me in the loop, wether that’s weekly updates or just step by step updates? Also how long would each individual stage roughly take? I understand that there isn’t an exact answer on time required for each stage as I imagine it would depend on the invention but I would like some sort of idea.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    2 жыл бұрын

    Here is a blog article on what to ask a patent attorney before hiring them: boldip.com/questions-to-ask-a-patent-attorney/. I also have a blog article on our 9-steps that we take as a law firm with clients here: boldip.com/go-big-go-bold-9-step-patent-process/. I also have a simplified flowchart showing the ABC steps with timelines on each step here: boldip.com/how-to-patent-an-idea/

  • @ATF7839

    @ATF7839

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for responding so fast, that was helpful information.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ATF7839 You're welcome. If you have any follow-ups feel free to email jd@boldip.com or if you'd like to see if we're a good fit for you, schedule here: calendly.com/business-consultations/am06-youtube

  • @0shaad
    @0shaad Жыл бұрын

    can i put prototype video link of google drive in PPA, or any way to add video prototype on PPA document

  • @j.d.houvener6868

    @j.d.houvener6868

    Жыл бұрын

    As of now, there is no way to submit videos to the USPTO as part of the specification. I think in the new few years, they may adapt/allow. For now, its just written documents and 2D drawings.

  • @omukubi
    @omukubi3 жыл бұрын

    What would be the challenges if you started with claims?

  • @j.d.houvener6868

    @j.d.houvener6868

    3 жыл бұрын

    At the provisional phase, what is most important is to have a broadly enabled description of as many versions of your invention as possible. After filing a provisional, many inventors begin prototyping, testing, manufacturing, and making improvements to their invention. Locking yourself into a set of claims too early can limit patent rights as you would not have known about the improvements/modifications at the onset.

  • @HEADBANGRR
    @HEADBANGRR3 жыл бұрын

    Hello What good is a PPA If while I'm selling my Patent Pending product, someone copies it and and there's nothing I can do about them since I can't sue them? Thank you

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Great question! It will allow you to put the infringer on notice with a letter, then quickly file your Nonprovisional Patent Application (NPA), expedite it -and get your patent rights soon., and sue for treble (triple) damages if they are still infringing. Or, you could license/sell your rights to the infringer either while your application is pending or after you get your rights granted.

  • @jselectronics8215

    @jselectronics8215

    2 жыл бұрын

    Just remember, if you haven't file the real (utility) patent within one year of filing the PPA, the PPA is useless.

  • @doublen7737
    @doublen77375 жыл бұрын

    Do you need a patent for a website idea since It's not a physical invention?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    5 жыл бұрын

    Maybe! If your “website idea” has novel functionality and or novel design (user interface) it IS likely patent eligible. Software and intangible inventions are very patentable!

  • @cgmejia
    @cgmejia4 жыл бұрын

    how does one write a PPA for a simple device designed to work with an existing product, ie. an aftermarket add-on? does one quote the name, or patent number for the original item in the Title? Description? Can you point us to an example of a PPA too see?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    4 жыл бұрын

    Carlos, my hope was that this video would help you understand more about how to write a provisional patent application (and yes, help you see the value in hiring a professional Patent Attorney to help you) too ;) If you want to learn more, I wrote a long-form blog article on point here: boldip.com/blog/how-to-file-a-provisional-patent-application/. Yes, we have an example PPA on our website as well here: boldip.com/wp-content/assets/2018/04/Ice_Net_PPA_Specification_001.pdf

  • @cgmejia

    @cgmejia

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@boldpatents thank you! i hadn't checked out the blog yet and will be sure to do that.

  • @cgmejia

    @cgmejia

    4 жыл бұрын

    I checked your blog but still haven't been able to find the answer. My intention is an aftermarket add-on to an existing commercial product. I'm trying to find out if and how to reference the original product. By the product name? Patent number? both?

  • @seanlee4669
    @seanlee4669 Жыл бұрын

    how do i file a provisional patent for a chemical compound under the "compositions of matter" when the uspto only offers utily or design?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    Жыл бұрын

    That would be a utility provisional. The compositions of matter is just confirming that it is an eligible type of utility filing, and you don't need to specify that directly in your specification.

  • @seanlee4669

    @seanlee4669

    Жыл бұрын

    @@boldpatents If i am not mistaken, isn't utility patents strictly for how the invention operates? so for example - an apparatus with a moving swing that pushes something. I am interested in patenting a chemical compound like the ingredients of a toothpaste. How will I go about this? Thank you very much for your guidance!

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    Жыл бұрын

    @@seanlee4669 There are only three types of patents available to get from the USPTO: Design, Utility, or Plant. Design patents protect only the shape a 3D object, Utility patents protect the functionality of the invention, and Plant patents protect the botanical structure of the plant itself. What may help you is knowing that there are 4 major sub-types for Utility patent claim types: 1) Apparatuses/Devices, 2) Assemblies/Manufactures, 3) Methods/Processes, and 4) Compositions of Matter. So, your invention seems to fall under Utility. The first step for you would be a legal consultation to determine eligibility, and from there, likely a detailed patent search with legal opinion so you can appreciate the potential scope of claims prior to filing an application. We offer a free 20 min screening session to see if you are a good fit for us. You can schedule here: calendly.com/business-consultations/am06-youtube

  • @jwonderfulsuccess
    @jwonderfulsuccess Жыл бұрын

    Hey , I'm trying to write a patent myself here in Canada. Im trying to describe all 20 part in incredible detail with dimensions and angles. It seems very complicated. Is this throughout detail important?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, if the detail is needed in order to enable the claims.

  • @mitchellwhitney296
    @mitchellwhitney2963 жыл бұрын

    Once I've done all can do , can send to you for review?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely!! Here's where you can do so: boldip.com/contact/

  • @rijulluman
    @rijulluman3 жыл бұрын

    Nice content, keep it up :) May want to reduce the background music volume just a little bit It's almost as loud as your voice sometimes, pretty distracting

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your feedback! We have since fixed this issue. :)

  • @stevenanderson3386
    @stevenanderson33863 жыл бұрын

    Hello I have an idea to improve recycling process and can be implemented nationwide if not world wide. It’s a process that would implement existing technology to improve recycling process. Is it logical to try to patent something like this and can it even be patented?

  • @j.d.houvener6868

    @j.d.houvener6868

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes, a recycling process that is novel is most likely eligible. Let’s discuss more in confidence about your invention. Schedule a time with us here: www.boldip.com/contact or Email info@boldip.com to get started.

  • @stevenanderson3386

    @stevenanderson3386

    3 жыл бұрын

    J.D. Houvener, Esq, MBA, PE thanks just scheduled a consultation

  • @jay-rock6627
    @jay-rock66273 жыл бұрын

    Is legal Zoom good to patent a LLC, trademark & logo ?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Is RedFin a "good" brokerage to sell your house through? Is Walmart a "good" place to buy clothing? Is McDonald's a "good" place to buy a burger? Well, of course, it depends on your definition of "good". My opinion is no, its not good enough for inventors, entrepreneurs, or those who have put so much energy, passion and heart into their own business just to cut corners, go cheap, and go for the low-cost provider. We'd love to help you think about your company, brand, and longevity as we help you with your registrations for trademark - sign up for a free consult here: www.boldip.com/contact.

  • @edmandell3064
    @edmandell30644 жыл бұрын

    Isn't a patent search required/recommended prior to applying for a provisional patent?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely!! YES! Sorry, it took me so long to respond here - just got lost somehow. I love patent searching, and you can tell by my top-ranked blog article here: boldip.com/blog/patent-search/, and a solid KZread video here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oGSflsOah8aWms4.html.

  • @daddycc9564
    @daddycc95644 жыл бұрын

    Heading said this is for provisional application

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes, it is :)) To learn more please check our website out at www.boldip.com and/or give us a call at 800-849-1913 and talk with one of our reps. Don’t get duped by a marketing/sales/brokering firm. Get the legal advice you need now.

  • @rickynave
    @rickynave4 жыл бұрын

    When you said 40 pages or more, is that really for the provisional patent application?? Usually I've heard people suggest 5-12 pages for a PPA

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    4 жыл бұрын

    yes, for some very simple inventions 5-12 pages would suffice, but for more complex software/computer-implemented inventions, there is a LOT that needs to be laid out plus many versions/adaptations that need to be fully described in the provisional in order to later claim them in the nonprovisional.

  • @patrickshaffer5427
    @patrickshaffer54274 жыл бұрын

    The title is: How Do I File a Provisional Patent Application, but your 1st chart is titled: Process for Obtaining a Utility Patent

  • @j.d.houvener6868

    @j.d.houvener6868

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes! Utility patents are the only type of patents that you may file a provisional application for. Note there is no such thing as a provisional design patent application. I should’ve noted that a provisional is optional and many opt instead to file Nonprovisional applications straight away!

  • @bryanglintmeyer9686
    @bryanglintmeyer96863 жыл бұрын

    Im in process of trying to getting a patent in New Zealand, there is a market for the utility in America . Getting international coverage really hasnt been discussed with my atterney , could this be a mistake. Could i approach your team if i have one here .

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Please email me (jd@boldip.com) your New Zealand priority filing date and if you’d like info for your attorney. I’ll reach out if possible!

  • @kndall3053
    @kndall30535 жыл бұрын

    How do I find my provisional patent after I filed it? I had not yet paid for it, and now I can't find it.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    5 жыл бұрын

    Provisional Applications are only active for 1 year, and must be followed up by a Nonprovisional. In any case, we would need to get a Power Of Attorney on file to view your case in Private PAIR to give any further status. Schedule a free appointment today: www.boldip.com/contact

  • @kndall3053

    @kndall3053

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@boldpatents I filed it online on the USPTO site. I want to find it again online and to view it again so that I may pay for it.

  • @juangilberto1979
    @juangilberto19794 жыл бұрын

    awesome info. I do have a few questions how do i contact you?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it! - you can email me directly at jd@boldip.com, or visit www.boldip.com and schedule your free session with one of our advisors today.

  • @juangilberto1979

    @juangilberto1979

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@boldpatents thanks

  • @ryanraymer3880
    @ryanraymer38804 жыл бұрын

    what about first researching to make sure someone else doesn't have a patent on what your making? wouldn't that come first?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Right you are! I highly encourage patent research before filing an application. I love patent searching, and you can tell by my top-ranked blog article here: boldip.com/blog/patent-search/, and a solid KZread video here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oGSflsOah8aWms4.html. Let me know if you have any questions: www.calendly.com/bold/contact.

  • @bradparsonsmusic
    @bradparsonsmusic4 жыл бұрын

    Hey JD, thanks for this. Nice video!! I have a couple questions I'd appreciate your thoughts on, or anybodies else's,.. 1. What if you have an idea but there are multiple ways of making it, or you haven't quite realised the best way! Are you able to submit this is an application, or do you need to decide on / finalise your design first? Ie can you patent an actual concept rather than a specific design. 2. Im daunted by the product/patent search process to see if my ideas already exist (no doubt in multiple close ways), If I was to go to a 'friendly / no black marks' company without a Provisional Patent Application would they do the search for me? As a professional but recommend patent search can be costly. If you've covered this else where or know of a video covering this id appreciate a heads up. All the best. And to all you inventors out there.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    4 жыл бұрын

    Brad, glad it was helpful. Good questions too, thanks for writing them up. As for 1) That's the beauty of utility patents, is that you can get claims on several versions of your core invention if done right. You will need to articulate your invention in such detail so that it can be made/used, so it does need to be "enabled", and cannot be just a high-level concept; 2) No way would I ever recommend you approach a 3rd party company or individual without having filed a provisional patent application first (Be patent pending), and yes, you should hire a professional to do a patentability search and give you a legal opinion before going through the trouble of writing a patent application. Keep the questions coming!

  • @andre_bella
    @andre_bella3 жыл бұрын

    is nice, but would had been better if you were going over the written application.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    I got you covered in my full-length blog article here: boldip.com/blog/how-to-file-a-provisional-patent-application/.

  • @chironOwlglass
    @chironOwlglass3 жыл бұрын

    Just recently started trying to figure out how the hell to file a patent...who would have guessed that innovating a completely new device that changes everything is the EASY part? Pls send help lmao

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your interest! Please book a free consultation by following this link. boldip.com/contact/ Looking forward to hearing from you.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha, right? Well, that's a big reason why I do these videos, is to help ease the pain a bit... but, as with most things that are difficult, they are usually worth doing. Keep up the hard work. And, if I can help you make a bold step toward patent protection, book a free consultation and see if we're a good fit for one another: boldip.com/contact

  • @stevenjtorodeleon9123
    @stevenjtorodeleon91233 жыл бұрын

    Please upload this videos with the music less loud. The content is great but is hard to follow

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the feedback! We fixed this issue on our newer videos.

  • @malaydas4096
    @malaydas40964 жыл бұрын

    After writing these details, now tell us what more would you write for a "real" patent application (not provisional)? :)

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Done! Check out my blog article here which outlines the 16-steps to writing a nonprovisional patent application: boldip.com/blog/non-provisional-utility-patent/

  • @jonspencer4767
    @jonspencer47673 жыл бұрын

    What if your not good at sketching ?

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    I've never seen a bad sketch! haha! Don't be shy - doodles, back-of-the-napkin drawings, I've seen it all. Anything that will help someone else "get it" works.

  • @jonspencer4767

    @jonspencer4767

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@boldpatents thanks lol that was my biggest concerns

  • @garymorris6835
    @garymorris6835 Жыл бұрын

    Ok

  • @generalconsumer9520
    @generalconsumer95203 жыл бұрын

    Weird error on website. Will send to you.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Whoa! Had no idea. Please send screenshots to jd@boldip.com. I need to get this fixed ASAP if its happening.

  • @generalconsumer9520

    @generalconsumer9520

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@boldpatents I have emailed you the screenshots which may be just a certificate error my Anti-virus software doesn't like or something else. Hope it helps.

  • @jamieoneill1229
    @jamieoneill1229 Жыл бұрын

    2:23 3:15 5:38

  • @massiveaction6217
    @massiveaction62173 жыл бұрын

    Can you tell me if I need a patent for an article of clothing. It is obviously not an invention or a new item but the type is. The design is new. I guess it is in the fashion category....

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Perhaps a design patent! Send me some details to jd@boldip.com, and I'll give you my thoughts in confidence.

  • @dimlawss
    @dimlawss2 жыл бұрын

    music distracting... :o(

  • @bobinsofla
    @bobinsofla3 жыл бұрын

    This video is informative from a 30,000 foot view, but it is not about filing a Provisional Patent Application, like the title indicates.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi there, sorry you didn't find your answer. What specific questions do you have?

  • @dennisgarber
    @dennisgarber3 жыл бұрын

    How hard is filling out the ads, the application data sheet.? The explanation doesn't make any sense to me, having been written by lawyers skilled in the art of not communicating.. Something about a bibliography which doesn't seem to apply for any patent application, as any non lawyer would define bibliography. Also, they block certain IP addresses, residential from downloading the form 14. It is like they are purposely choking people on this form. It is like a university that has some irrelevant class meant to flunk out 90 percent of the class and claim that they teach.

  • @zvipatent
    @zvipatent2 жыл бұрын

    Wrong title. This should have been a HOW TO DRAFT A PATENT APPLICATION. The filing was barely covered and not in sufficient detail.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    2 жыл бұрын

    Right you are, Zvi. I'll make the change if I can.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    2 жыл бұрын

    Change made! I decided to go with "How Do I Write a Patent Application?" I think the general public appreciates "write" instead of "draft", its a little less legal-beagle. Thoughts?

  • @zvipatent

    @zvipatent

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@boldpatents I applaud your openess to (constructive) criticism. Wish you the best ! BTW, the video was good, just not what I expected from the title.

  • @zvipatent

    @zvipatent

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@boldpatents "Write" is probably better for non-IP folks. I am a patent attorney, "overseas", which affects my vernacular.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@zvipatent For sure. Any topics you'd like let me know! Feel free to reach out directly to jd@boldip.com

  • @alexanderhoughton5341
    @alexanderhoughton5341 Жыл бұрын

    Good content, but the sound is terrible. The video sounds as if it was recorded onboard an aircraft carrier. The music is also totally unnecessary and distracting. Ditch the music and invest in a decent mic and post processing and your view and subscriber numbers will go way up.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your message! We have a version without the background music here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pmmbz9mepdO7fqw.html

  • @FactsMattersUSA
    @FactsMattersUSA2 жыл бұрын

    Sounds like, if your invention is great another attorney will review it, call a friend and BAM!! your invention was just stolen. Better just do it yourself or you'll be sorry.

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    2 жыл бұрын

    We don’t steal inventions. Doing it yourself is not recommended.

  • @akramalhaddad3718
    @akramalhaddad3718 Жыл бұрын

    mute the music please. it is annoying

  • @boldpatents

    @boldpatents

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your comment. We are working on a version without music right now. E-mail me at jd@boldip.com for early release.

  • @marke.8334
    @marke.83342 жыл бұрын

    If you all haven't seen a documentary called... It's worse than you think... Bye revelations of Jesus Christ ministries... I suggest you do... All praise and glory to the most high Jesus Christ