Jeremy Rutman, PhD
Patent Attorney
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Co-authored Articles (4)
How to
Invent a Product
The word “inventor” conjures all kinds of images in our minds. We picture the mad scientist stumbling upon technologies that seem impossible, and whacky characters gluing pieces together in their basement. The realit...
How to
Patent an Idea
Contrary to what you may have heard on TV commercials, you can't actually patent an ''idea''. The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issues patents for new machines or processes, not the mere idea of a machine or pro...
How to
Trademark a Name
A trademark is a symbol, word, or phrase that represents a product or a service. If someone else tries to use it, you have the right to take legal action to protect it. In order to obtain a trademark, you must come up wi...
Getting Your Prototype Made: What You Need to Know
Getting a prototype made for your product is a necessary step between design and production. Before you can start production and convince people to buy your product, you will need to refine your design and present a work...
