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Beginning this September, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has been revising some of its rules in an effort to simplify the process of getting a patent. Its aims were to reduce the time needed to apply by cutting unnecessary paperwork; to allow for easier electronic filing; and to reduce costs, both to the public and the government...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: The Right Way To Obtain A Patent | 12/4/2000 | See Source »

Even with these changes, getting a patent isn't exactly like following a cookie recipe. Though it is possible to get a patent without a patent attorney, USPTO still recommends that you get legal assistance. And even with an attorney, applicants can save money by doing a lot of the legwork and research themselves. Here's what you should know going...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: The Right Way To Obtain A Patent | 12/4/2000 | See Source »

...Whether or not you get an attorney, you should familiarize yourself with the patent process. Many websites, such as uspto.gov patentcafe.com nolo.com and delphion.com--or sites listed under the category "intellectual property"--are helpful. Or you can do it the old-fashioned way, by going to a patent and trademark depository library...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: The Right Way To Obtain A Patent | 12/4/2000 | See Source »

...Keep careful records of your invention and record every step of its inception. Describe and diagram every aspect and modification. It may not be necessary to build a test model, but check with someone at the patent office to see whether one is needed...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: The Right Way To Obtain A Patent | 12/4/2000 | See Source »

...Document all efforts, and sign and date each entry with two witnesses to your signature. (A patent attorney will steer you through this step...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: The Right Way To Obtain A Patent | 12/4/2000 | See Source »

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