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Design patents are growing strength in the US. Is it time to file yours? https://www.maxhamfirm.com/design-patents-are-growing-stre/

Are you ready to expand you business into Mexico? With the Patent Grant Initiative it just became a lot easier! https://www.maxhamfirm.com/patent-grant-initiative-between/

Are you considering filing a patent application but not sure where to start? Check out our latest article on patent searches and why they may be a good idea. https://www.maxhamfirm.com/professional-pre-filing-patent-/

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As a small business, The Maxham Firm understands the tough decisions you have had to make to keep your business going through the Covid-19 pandemic. We also understand that some businesses are reducing their patent portfolios to save money as their operations are restricted or reduced. However, though it may seem counter-intuitive, now is a great time to invest in your IP. https://www.maxhamfirm.com/intellectual-property-and-the-p/

Check out how US trademarks are faring in China, see these two articles from a personal friend, Vivien Chan!

This article is written by a knowledgeable, experienced patent agent and is addressed to small and medium-sized companies. It contains some important concepts and advice.

Are you considering applying for a patent but still questioning its value? Check out our article on the many reasons you should file today! https://www.maxhamfirm.com/apply-for-a-patent/

While the US patent law has changed to "first inventor to file," detailed invention progress notes are still essential. The following is a very good discussion of that issue. http://www.ipwatchdog.com//invention-notebook-m/id=104782/

Check out our Blog Series "Should Your Register Your Trademark?" for answers to common trademark issues. https://www.maxhamfirm.com/should-you-register-your-tradem/

Are you considering registering your trademark? Check out our blog on why you should act ASAP on your hunch. https://www.maxhamfirm.com/should-you-register-your-tradem/

We got a shout out from Fkcus mentoring group for all the great volunteer work The Maxham Firm does for San Diego vets growing their businesses! Larry Maxham is a huge help to the Fkcus mentoring community. Larry's firm--The Maxham Firm--is a San Diego based legal firm providing services in the field of intellectual property, specializing primarily in patent and trademark law. Larry has been practicing law since 1966 and is also a Veteran! We are beyond grateful for his c...ontinued support of the Fkcus ecosystem and all that he does to protect the creations of entrepreneurs. https://www.fokcus.com/index.html

This month we're bringing you a new series called "Should Your Register Your Trademark?" where we will explore several scenarios most businesses face when determining their trademark solutions. In part 1 we discuss the importance of a professional search. https://www.maxhamfirm.com/should-you-register-your-tradem/

Check out this article to better understand the importance of innovation and the patenting system in the US. Do you have questions on the importance of patents? Give us a call (y)

Cambodia joins the 38 member states of the European Patent Organization (EPO) with a validation agreement. Curious about how to validate your EPO patent in Cambodia? Check out our article then give us a call! http://maxhamfirm.com/your-european-patent-can-now-be-vali/