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What Is Proper Patent Notice, and Why is it Important?

What is Patent Notice? Patent notice is the act of informing the public that an invention is patented. The United States Code says that one making, offering for sale, or selling a patented article in....

March 20th, 2023

An Introduction to Patents: What They Are and Why They Matter

If you are an innovator or creator, you understand how precious your unique ideas are and how important it is to keep them protected. As Florida attorneys specialized in patents and trademarks, the team at....

March 8th, 2023

Can You Patent a Recipe?

If you own a restaurant or food company, your recipes are your lifeblood. They create your raving fans and generate revenue. There may be something about your recipe that is unique, out-of-the-ordinary, and worth protecting....

November 29th, 2022

5 Intellectual Property Mistakes Small Businesses Make

Small businesses are the source of some truly amazing ideas. Whether you’ve come up with a new product, service, or way to brand your business, it’s critical that you obtain protection for your intellectual property....

October 26th, 2022

Are Processes Patentable? A Case Study on Super Lawyers

Super Lawyers is an organization that provides lawyer ratings and helps people find top legal representation for specific issues in their geographic area. This selection process is a great example of a patented process. The....

August 24th, 2022

A Q&A with Meghan Barbera, founder of Seeductive Foods

Meghan Barbera Discusses Her Patent Journey

Pursuing a patent is an important step in protecting your business's intellectual property. While the task may seem daunting if you have never gone through it before, Wilson Dutra makes it simple. We sat down....

August 19th, 2022

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IP in Advertising: How to Protect the Brands and Ideas Your Clients Rely On

One of the keys to success in marketing and advertising is using fresh ideas to help clients promote their offerings and differentiate themselves from competitors. Those ideas—whether generated by your team, the client’s team, or....

July 19th, 2022

Gina Crawford's patent for Empressive Candles

The Patent Process: A Q&A With Patented Inventor Gina Crawford

Earning a patent can take years, but it’s easier with the right partner on your side. What is the process really like? Patented inventor and business owner Gina Crawford, Founder of Empressive Candles, shares her....

March 22nd, 2022

Honoring Black Inventors Who Pursued Their Vision with Confidence

In honor of Black History Month and Inventors Day, we highlight revolutionary Black inventors who paved the way for so many others this month. These great thinkers faced obstacles that their white counterparts did not.....

February 11th, 2022

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