This comprehensive, expertly-written book is the only patent book an inventor needs. It provides a comprehensive view of patents and the patent process, from invention to patent application to patent licensing.
For over 35 years,
Patent It Yourself has guided hundreds of thousands of inventors through the process of getting a patent, from start to finish. Patent attorneys David Pressman and David E. Blau provide the latest information, forms, and clear instructions to help you:
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- respond to patent examiners
- get your drawings done right
- protect your rights in foreign countries
- deal with infringers, and
- market and license your invention.
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