In the competitive landscape of branding and intellectual property, conducting a trademark search before adopting a brand name or filing a trademark application is not just best practice—it’s ...

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is rolling out a new Automated Search Pilot Program, offering applicants a first-of-its-kind opportunity to receive a pre-examination, ...

The USPTO’s latest search tool has improved since it was first launched, though counsel still have to take care when trying to get optimal results for their clients More than a year has gone by since ...

“Automation should not govern our lives, but as a tool – like a calculator – it can help us to move further ahead.” Have you ever drafted a claim set with a second claim that began, “the system of ...

“The Office also plans to bolster its AI expertise by hiring examiners ‘with AI experience and expertise,’ according to the Strategy.” The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) today announced an ...