Carson Patents

The USPTO manages two trademark registers: the Principal Register, offering strong legal protections for distinctive marks, and the Supplemental Register, for marks that are not yet distinct. Understanding the differences between these registers is crucial for applicants aiming to secure trademark rights, as each has distinct advantages and limitations.

Turning an idea into a real invention can be exciting, but it can also make you a target to scammers looking for eager innovators. Every year, thousands of inventors lose money to invention scam artists who promise success but deliver nothing of […]

What Is a USPTO Office Action in a Trademark Registration Application? An office action is an official communication from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued by the examining attorney assigned to review a trademark registration application. They are typically issued […]

AI systems are increasingly involved in the creation of new ideas, designs, and technologies across various fields, from medicine to manufacturing. As the role of artificial intelligence in the inventive process grows, the question of how to recognize and protect AI-assisted inventions has become a critical issue in the intellectual property landscape.