Startup Law Blog
Legal insights for startups. Patents, copyrights, trademarks, copyright, contract - covering all of the fundamentals for early stage startups.
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Navigating Legal Waters: Top 5 Legal Issues Every Startup Founder Must Address
This comprehensive blog post dives into the critical legal areas startup founders must be aware of, including intellectual property law, contracts, company structure, compliance requirements, and shareholder agreements. By integrating authoritative legal sources, we offer startups an invaluable guide to safeguarding their visions and ensuring a solid legal foundation for their business ventures.
Published Apr 16, 2024
Understanding the Costs of Securing a Patent for Startups
This post offers a detailed explanation of the financial commitments startups should anticipate when seeking to secure a patent, including government fees, attorney fees, and potential hidden costs. Essential for startup owners looking to navigate the intellectual property landscape effectively.
Published Apr 8, 2024
Can You Patent Accessories and Improvements on Other's Products?
Yes you can! In fact, most inventions can be seen as an improvement on the prior art. Let's jump into the details.
Published Apr 5, 2024
Search like a Patent Examiner
Let's jump into the patent searching using the United States Patent & Trademark Office's (USPTO's) very own search engine. This guide offers step-by-step instructions to help inventors and entrepreneurs take a first step in protecting their innovations.
Published Mar 27, 2024
The Costs of Securing a Patent: A Comprehensive Guide
This blog post offers an in-depth understanding of the financial aspects involved in obtaining a patent, with emphasis on ensuring innovators are fully informed about potential costs and the value of legal support in the patent application process.
Published Mar 14, 2024
Writing and Filing Your Own Provisional Patent Application
Getting a patent is expensive - but getting a designation of "patent pending" and establishing a filing date can be quite affordable.
Published Mar 6, 2024
Key Legal Requirements for Your Startup's Website: Understanding EULA, Privacy Policy, TOS, and Cookie Policy
This blog post offers a comprehensive overview of the essential legal documents every startup website must include: End User License Agreement (EULA), Privacy Policy, Terms of Service (TOS), and Cookie Policy. Learn the importance of each and why they're crucial for compliance and protecting your business.
Published Mar 4, 2024
The Art of Modern Patent Sales: Strategies and Considerations for Innovators
In this essential read for inventors and entrepreneurs, we explore the facets of modern patent sales, shedding light on the types of inventions that stand out in the marketplace, the extent of commercialization needed, and the strategies to navigate these transactions successfully.
Published Mar 3, 2024
Writing a DIY provisional patent application
Let's cover the steps of filing provisional patent applications and how these patent applications can play a role in your licensing and sales efforts when you want to commercialization of your invention.
Published Feb 27, 2024
Patent Sales and Patent Licensing
A Comprehensive Guide for Solo Inventors looking to commercialize their inventions.
Published Feb 26, 2024
Patent Strategies for Bootstrapped Startups
Maximizing Resources and Protection for early stage self-funded startups
Published Feb 24, 2024
