A federal agency that grants U.S. patents and registers copyrights and trademarks. The strength and vitality of the U.S. economy depend on effective mechanisms that protect new ideas and investments in innovation and creativity.
United States Patent and Trademark Office
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Description:
A trademark protects a word, phrase, design or combination that identifies goods or services. The agency provides information and assistance in obtaining trademarks in the United States. A trademark search is available on the website to determine if a trademark exists.
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M - F 6:30 am - 6 pm
Intake Procedure:
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Description:
A patent safeguards inventors from other parties copying, making, using, or selling an invention without the inventor's consent. The agency answers questions and approves applications for patents. A patient search is available on the website to determine if a patent exists.
Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 6:30 am - 6 pm
Intake Procedure:
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Service Contact Information:
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A copyright protects artistic, literary, or intellectually created works like novels, music, movies, software code, photographs, and paintings. The agency answers questions and approves copyright applications.
Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 6:30 am - 6 pm
Intake Procedure:
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Fees:
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Service Contact Information:
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