USPTO Establishes "Pre-Prosecution Pilot"
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has established a pre-application review program to help prospective inventors by providing insight into their potential patent applications. In…
Winter Holiday Patents that Bring Us Comfort and Joy
Step into the time of the season when innovation intertwines with the warmth and traditions of the winter holidays. As we prepare to celebrate the season’s festivities, let’s explore the creative…
USPTO Announces New Regional and Outreach Office Locations
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently announced plans to establish a new regional office in Atlanta, Georgia, joining current regional offices in San Jose, Detroit, Austin,…
USPTO Launches Semiconductor Technology Pilot Program
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently launched the Semiconductor Technology Pilot Program. This program aims to expedite the examination of qualifying semiconductor-related…
Back-to-School Essentials: A Closer Look at Game-Changing Patents
Back-to-School Essentials: A Closer Look at Game-Changing Patents As another academic year approaches, students and educators anticipate new opportunities to learn. Join us as we explore…
Ben J. Smith is a patent attorney at Suiter…
Fun in the Sun-Summer Patents!
Fun in the Sun-Summer Patents What do you think of when you think of summer? Whether it’s a beach adventure or backyard fun, we have some summer inventions that you’re sure to love! "Melon…
Out of the Park: How Intellectual Property Shapes the College World Series
Out of the Park: How Intellectual Property Shapes the College World Series Following the NCAA’s Women’s College World Series in Oklahoma City, fans from around the country are gathering in Omaha,…
USPTO Update: Proposed Amendment for Design Patent Practitioner Bar
USPTO Update: Proposed Amendment for Design Patent Practitioner Bar The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has proposed an amendment to the rules of practice in patent cases and the…
Matt Poulsen Co-Hosts Webinar with The Combine
Matt Poulsen Co-Hosts Webinar with The Combine
As a business or…
Suiter Swantz IP Patent Attorney, Shane Thielen, Taught Copyrights at Creighton University School of Law during the 2023 Spring Semester
Suiter Swantz IP Patent Attorney, Shane Thielen, Taught Copyrights at Creighton University School of Law during the 2023 Spring Semester
Supreme Court Decision: Jack Daniel’s Properties, Inc. v. VIP Products LLC.
Supreme Court Decision: Jack Daniel’s Properties, Inc. v. VIP Products LLC. On March 22, 2023, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments to determine how First Amendment trademark principles should…