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We made it! Mertzlufft Law turns 1.
Our firm is and has always been in this game to see our clients succeed. To all who took a chance on a new law firm, I just want to take this opportunity to say: thank you.
Can you patent software? In many cases, yes. And it’s often a really good idea to do so.
While the law sets a high hurdle for patenting software, its a hurdle we can in many cases clear. Finding success in patenting software can add immense value to a company, whether the founders are in it for the long haul or looking to set up an exit strategy.
Does Your Business Own Your Core IP? The Importance of Patent Rights Assignments
Since the inventors will be the founders of the company, isn't it automatic that the company can make, use, or sell the invention, include the patent in its valuation, or enforce the patent? NO!
Patentflow Release Picked Up by Major Financial News Outlets
Last week, Mertzlufft Law released Patentflow, a new way for entrepreneurs to get started on the patenting process. Our release was picked up by several major financial news outlets including, Yahoo Finance, MarketWatch, Benzinga, Seeking Alpha, and Morningstar.
Firm’s New Workflow Upends Business of Patent Procurement
Patentflow is a new mobile-first patent procurement workflow aiming to disrupt the way entrepreneurs get started on the patenting process.
Two Minute Drill: What a Provisional Patent Application Is and Isn’t
Provisional patent applications can provide significant business value even if they can't by themselves mature into a granted patent.
Two-minute drill: For how long is a patent enforceable?
How long does a patent last? Today’s two-minute drill addresses how terms are calculated for some different types of patents issued in the United States.
Mertzlufft Law PLLC Announces New Website
Louis Sullivan said in 1896, "form ever follows function." We've taken a hard look at what function a brand and website designed around invention should provide. We are excited to share some changes we've made.
Two Minute Drill: How the U.S. Patent Application Process Works
A high-level rundown of the timeline of going from patent application to granted patent.