Pure Ideas welcomes new European Patent Attorney Nat Stott
Pure Ideas welcomes new European Patent Attorney Nat Stott Stratford-upon-Avon based Intellectual Property firm Pure Ideas has appointed Nat Stott as a European Patent Attorney. Nat joins Pure Ideas from Rolls-Royce, where he started as a Trainee Patent Attorney drafting patents alongside his studies. He qualified through the European Patent
X-Men, IP and Trade Marks
X-Men, IP and Trade Marks The latest Marvel blockbuster, Deadpool & Wolverine, has just hit the cinemas and is already breaking records. But, have you ever wondered why The X-Men or Deadpool haven’t featured in the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe) yet? Danielle Malone, Chartered Trade Mark Attorney at Pure
Aseptika Case Study
Aseptika Case Study Patent renewals can be a complex aspect of intellectual property (IP) management, and if handled incorrectly, can put your IP at risk. Securing a patent marks a significant milestone for businesses and entrepreneurs. Having invested time, money, and effort into securing a patent, it is vital
What are the Reasons SMEs should Consider Trade Mark Protection?
What are the Reasons SMEs should Consider Trade Mark Protection? Intellectual Property (IP) is one of the most important, and valuable, business assets you can have. Why Trade Marks? Whether you are just starting or have been trading for a number of years, you should always be thinking about
What is the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)?
What is the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)? Clients often ask us if they can file a worldwide patent. Unfortunately, the answer is that you can’t. The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) enables you to file one application. This single application safeguards patent protection simultaneously across a large number of countries
Notice from EPO President: Acceleration of EPO Oppositions and Appeals
Notice from EPO President: Acceleration of EPO Oppositions and Appeals European Patents The European Patent Convention provides for the central examination and grant of patents, which can have effect in up to 44 nations, including the EU member states, the UK and beyond. European patents granted by the European
What is Added Subject Matter in a Patent?
What is Added Subject Matter in a Patent? After submitting your patent application, it proceeds to the examination phase. During this stage, your application undergoes a comprehensive review at the Intellectual Property Office. It's typical for the examiner to identify certain issues or objections that must be resolved before
Your Basic Guide to Novelty and Inventive Step in Patent Filings
Your Basic Guide to Novelty and Inventive Step in Patent Filings When our clients inquire about protecting their ideas and innovations with a patent, they often request clarification regarding "novelty" and "inventive step." These are two crucial elements in obtaining a granted patent, it is beneficial to provide an