The Complete Guide to Securing Your Own U.S. Patent: A Step-by-Step Road Map to Protect Your Ideas and Inventions (Kindle Edition)

by Jamaine Burrell (Author), Michael M. Anthony (Foreword)

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What do all of these famous inventions have in common: air conditioning, airbags, bandages, barbed wire, blow dryers, can openers, cement, chewing gum, computers, credit cards, doughnuts, jeans, microwave ovens, paper towels, Play-Doh, Post-it Notes, potato chips, roller coasters, safety pins, Scotch tape, skateboards, staplers, straws, sunscreen, typewriters, Viagra, zippers? They were all invented in the US by American inventors, and they all went on to make fortunes for the inventors and those companies licensing the ideas. Don t be left out, and don t spend thousands in unnecessary legal fees, you can file your own patent with the step-by-step guidance in this new book. According to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, the number of patents filed in the US increased from 186,507 in 1992 to 406,302 in 2005. Approximately one out of five patents are filed by the prospective owner/inventor. You ll find that only minimal assistance if any is needed from an attorney or agent in securing your patent. This book offers a simple, straightforward introduction to patent law written in layman s terms. This book is written for inventors not attorneys, and for those that want to save thousands on legal fees protecting their ideas and inventions. A patent protects an invention and gives an exclusive right to the benefits of an invention. A patent is in essence a contract between the United States government and holder of an invention. This new book will explain how to secure a patent on your own without expensive attorney fees. If you think you have a great invention then you need this extremely detailed and comprehensive guide to the process of getting a patent. The book covers everything needed and easily explained from the initial patent search to filing a successful and hopefully financially lucrative application. Even if you ultimately decide to use the services of a patent attorney which in some cases is recommended, this book will get the process started and still

Product Details

• Format: Kindle Edition
• Print Length: 288 pages
• Publisher: Atlantic Publishing Company (FL) (April 20, 2007)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services
• Language: English
• ASIN: B001DUA82Q
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #92,301 in Kindle Store (See Bestsellers in Kindle Store)

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential Reference for Inventors, September 27, 2007

By	C. Quinn (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Complete Guide to Securing Your Own U.S. Patent: A Step-by-Step Road Map to Protect Your Ideas and Inventions - With Companion CD-ROM (Paperback)

Stuffed with essential information and written in a crisp, clear style, "The Complete Guide to Securing Your Own U.S. Patent" is an excellent resource for anyone hoping to patent and develop an invention. The book walks you through the patent process, noting any potential pitfalls along the way, and recommending ways to avoid those stumbling blocks. The explanations of the different types of U.S. patents available and the process an inventor must undergo in order to obtain a patent are detailed and specific. The BizWiz boxes scattered throughout the text highlight areas of particular importance, and serve as an excellent reminder to "do the obvious, even when it isn't".

The realm of patent law can seem confusing and arcane, especially to a newcomer, but this book will help you navigate these treacherous waters with ease and confidence. This book is an essential resource for any inventor; even an experienced patent-seeker can find tips to make the patent-seeking process run more smoothly. Though they do not deal strictly with patents, the chapters on copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets are especially relevant in today's high-tech world. A well-written treatise on the patent process, this book definitely belongs on the reference shelf of any patent-seeker.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Everything you need to know in a single book, August 9, 2007

By	Word Nerd (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Complete Guide to Securing Your Own U.S. Patent: A Step-by-Step Road Map to Protect Your Ideas and Inventions - With Companion CD-ROM (Paperback)

"A Complete Guide to Securing Your Own U.S. Patent" is exactly that, a complete guide. Inventors can be turned off by the tedious tasks of pursuing a great idea simply because the patenting process is too complex. Jamaine Burrell solves this problem by providing a guide that includes everything you need to know to turn an inspiration into a successful product.

The first half of the book is like a classroom. All documentation, preparation, and terminology involved in the patent application process is introduced. Burrell ensures that the reader is well-prepared by explaining the types of protection available and the criteria that inventions must meet to qualify for a patent.

There was a section detailing pre-application searches, which I felt was especially helpful. Burrell provides a list of online, as well as in-person, search sources that will save the inventor the trouble of applying for a patent that might result in conflict.

What I loved most about this book was the detailed, step-by-step explanation of each section of the application forms, along with images of the forms to understand exactly what information is required of the applicant. This seemed to make the process easier than filing taxes!

Burrell doesn't abandon you once you've submitted the application, either. The book further describes what happens to your application after you've submitted it so you are not wondering if it is sitting at the bottom of a pile somewhere. There is even more information waiting for you after the patent is granted, as in what to do with your invention, how to manufacture it and how to market it.

I think this book is a valuable reference tool for both new and experienced inventors. If you've ever had a great idea, Jamaine Burrell's "A Complete Guide to Securing Your Own U.S. Patent" will escort you on your journey toward becoming a great inventor.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inventive? You need this book!, January 16, 2008

By	Sandra Hutchinson "lifelong learner" (Boston,MA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Complete Guide to Securing Your Own U.S. Patent: A Step-by-Step Road Map to Protect Your Ideas and Inventions - With Companion CD-ROM (Paperback)

This book offers more than the title says. In addition to thorough information on how to get a patent, "How to Get a U.S. Patent" also contains chapters on copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets. It is one of the best step-by-step guides to the official patent procedure that I've seen.

I have an idea, but I don't have a lot of legal knowledge. So I was pleased that this book explains the process (from definition, through research, to the actual application) clearly enough that I know it's something I could do. The book isn't light reading, but it's definitely accessible.

I found the tips from the "Biz Wiz" particularly interesting, coming as they do from a patent attorney with an engineering background. I also appreciated the concrete details given (like where the state patent and trademark depositaries can be found in each state--and what web sites can help you in your patent search). The appendixes (with extensive information on the fees involved, and on international patent protection) were especially valuable. More, the book comes with a companion CD that has all the forms that you need to file a patent. This is a great book!