Correction
My previous comments SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A DIALOG ENDORSEMENT.
Ric Snead wrote:
>
> Sandra,
>
> First and foremost the inventor needs to understand the time limits for
> filing an application, especially the on sale and public use bars that
> apply in the US. Also, what precautions are necessary to prevent
> jeopardizing their patent rights abroad if they feel international
> protection maybe sought.
>
> The inventor may try reading Pressman's "Patent It Yourself" by Nolo
> Press. It is used by many public libraries to help their patrons deal
> with how to file a patent application, so the small inventor could check
> it out of the local library instead of buying it (I think it's $35.00).
> The text is very readable and practical. There is an example that
> starts with the lab notebook (and its importance) and
> ends up with writing the claims, along with many hints on how to get the
> application issued.
>
> Ric Snead
> The Dialog Corporation
> ric_snead@dialog.com
>
> *****These comments should be construed as an endorsement by The Dialog
> Corporation.*****
>
> Sandra S Unger wrote:
> >
> > Hi,
> > I received a phone call from a small inventor. She said "Hi, I have an idea about XXX. How do I file a patent?"
> >
> > Does anyone have good advice as to where to send a small inventor who would like to file a patent?
> > Is there a website with instructions/forms for small inventors?
> > Thanks,
> > Sandra
> >
> > Sandra S. Unger
> > ExxonMobil Research & Engineering Co.
> > Research Support Services, Information Research & Analysis
> > Phone: (908) 730-2662
> > Fax: (908) 730-3230
> > Mail: Route 22 East, Clinton Township, Annandale NJ 08801
> > Email: ssunger@erenj.com
>
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