About the Book

Take the first step to protecting your invention
Ready to stamp "patent pending" on your invention? Then you need to file a provisional patent application (PPA), an inexpensive way to claim your hard work. With a PPA, you'll have time to figure out whether you can make a profit from your creation before you invest more time and money.
With Patent Pending in 24 Hours, you have all the forms and information you need to get the job done Find out how to:
evaluate hurdles to patentability
write a clear PPA
prepare informal drawings of your invention
conduct a patent search online
understand basic patent law
complete all forms required by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
file your application
modify your invention after filing
The book also includes important legal forms to help you preserve your rights when showing or selling your invention:
nondisclosure agreement
patent assignment
prototype-maker agreement
joint-ownership agreement
The 5th edition contains revised and updated patent searching information as well as updated case law and patent regulations, plus additional resources.

Product Details

Media: Paperback Book, 442 pages

Language: English

Publisher: NOLO (Dec. 31st, 2009)

ISBN-10: 1413310729

ISBN-13: 9781413310726

Dimensions: 7.10 x 9.00 x 0.90 inches

Shipping Weight: 1.67 lbs

• Categories: Patent Law