Small and Emerging Businesses
Small and Emerging Businesses
Next came the patent laws. These began in England in 1624, and in this country with the adoption of our Constitution. Before then any man [might] instantly use what another man had invented, so that the inventor had no special advantage from his own invention. The patent system changed this, secured to the inventor for a limited time exclusive use of his inventions, and thereby added the fuel of interest to the fire of genius in the discovery and production of new and useful things.
- Abraham Lincoln
IP is often a crucial concern for small and emerging business since securing IP rights can often determine the viability of the business and its ability to emerge as a leader in the marketplace. Small businesses typically do not have an invention disclosure system or procedures and may not have in-house counsel to assist them with IP issues.
Walder IP Law can assist you with these matters by becoming your IP law department, providing the consultation, preparation, and prosecution services your business needs to protect their investment in IP.