I. Introduction

Businesses that rely on their reputation, trade names, brands, or original or proprietary goods and services (“commercial interests”) care deeply whether their intellectual property rights (“IP interests”) cover their commercial interests.  Commercial interests not covered can be pirated and IP interests that fail to cover current or anticipated commercial interests needlessly soak up precious resources.  Since commercial and IP interest correspondence (“CIPIC”) significantly impacts revenue and profits, CIPIC intelligence is critical for making decisions on current and future commercial and IP interests.

Despite caring deeply about it, being able to understand CIPIC quickly and know what to do next without having to plow through a lot of complex material is nearly as important.  This shows how easy it is to understand the relationships among commercial and intellectual property interests, and specific steps that may be taken regarding them to save or make money . . .

I. INTRODUCTION

On September 16, 2011, President Obama signed into law the American Invents Act ("AIA"). Enactment of the AIA caused some significant immediate changes to US Patent Law and practice and started the clock on many more to come. The AIA gives ample time to prepare for the later changes, which should include recommendations discussed herein.

 

I. INTRODUCTION

Inventors have some of the same issues that others in the business community have when it comes to understanding the marketplace.  They may have a wonderful idea to take to market, but not sure if the idea truly is a good one or whether it will make money.  What to do?

You or someone you know may have a great new idea for wiping out malaria or simply the next “must have” gadget.  Whether for pure altruism or wanton greed, the nagging question that drives the next step (going for it or punting) is “will it succeed?”  This work takes a look at some inventors, their inventions and how they became successful.