Why patents suck
Patents are not for everyone- expensive, worthless, complicated and inaccessible. Here are some reasons I have heard for not bothering with them.
What is the Unified Patent Court?
The Unified Patent Court (UPC) was established as a central authority that hears patent validity and infringement cases from several European countries. Only certain types of patents can be litigated in this court. Understanding what the UPC does and how it works will help you get the best and most cost-effective protection for an invention in Europe.
Protecting a game-changing DIY invention
Having been in pest control for around 20 years, James Kerman noticed a problem. In the summer months, when wasp nests appear, some customers try to treat them using products like foam and powder. However, these DIY methods often fail because customers can’t apply them accurately. When James started developing his new product about five years ago, he came to Grey Wolf to see if his idea was truly innovative (and potentially profitable). “Phil was one of the first people I went to speak to,” he explains.
What is the Unitary Patent?
Unitary Patents, also known as European Patents with unitary effect, give the patent holder exclusive legal rights over their invention in the European Union (EU) countries which have opted into the scheme. They’ve been created to make the filing and enforcement of a patent across Europe more straightforward and cost-effective.
Do I Need a European Patent?
Whether you’re planning on taking your invention to market in Europe or want to protect your product development from competitors in the region, filing an application with the European Patent Office (EPO) might be worthwhile.
What’s the point of freedom to operate searches?
It’s easy to confuse patentability and freedom-to-operate (FTO) searches. If you’re going to get a patentability search report as part of your patent application process, why do you need to pay extra for another search? This article will explain the differences between the two and how FTO searches can save your business time and money.
Is your invention patentable?
The patent process can cost thousands of pounds and take years. If an application is granted, the business value it adds makes it all worthwhile. But a patent won’t help to protect all inventions.