How to Best Prepare for an Invention Disclosure Meeting

Getting started on a patent? Your invention disclosure meeting with a patent attorney is a crucial first step for tech startups in protecting innovation.
How To Respond to a Patent Office Action from the USPTO

Office actions are so normal in patent prosecution that, if you don’t receive one and fast allowance wasn’t your strategy, there’s cause for concern.
New USPTO Program To Speed Up Patents for First Time Filers

Are you considering applying for your first patent? The USPTO just launched a new program for speeding up patents you want to know about.
What are Provisional Patent Applications & Why Startups Love Them

Startups like yours often are deciding whether they want to file a provisional patent application. Read on to find out the pros and cons of this strategy!
Do I Need a Patent Attorney Near Me? The surprising answer you need to know now.

How do I find a patent attorney near me? Do I need a patent attorney near me? Check out Stake’s latest video to learn the surprising answer!
Is this a Novel Invention? Basics of how to know

You’ll need to know whether you have a novel invention if you’re involved in any patent application. We’ll break down the concept of novelty in U.S. patent law.
How To Patent An Invention For Free

Don’t fall for the “poor man’s patent” legend. Learn why, and how relying on this legend can harm you, your business, and your invention.
How Long It Takes to Get a Patent

Patents generally take 2-4 years. Starting early is crucial, and the time it takes to get a patent works well for investment, enforcement, and exit strategies.
What’s Important To Know About Signatures In Patent Applications?

It’s critical to ensure all papers submitted relating to patent applications are signed correctly by the correct people.
Blockchain & Patents Part III: What Is a Blockchain Patent & How Can It Help A Startup?

In Part III of our Blockchain Patents series, learn about what blockchain patents are and why they are important to blockchain startups.