PSA: prior art search before patent filing

Started by exhibit_a_hole_19 · Dec 2, 2024 · 865 views · 3 replies

For informational purposes only. This is not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction. Consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.

exhibit_a_hole_19 OP Dec 3, 2024

Has anyone dealt with something like this? I'm not sure what my options are.

prior art search before patent filing. I've been dealing with this for about 15 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

I have already tried to resolve this directly but the other party is not cooperating.

Has anyone been through something similar? What worked for you?

discovery_phase_30 Dec 4, 2024

Have you tried reaching out to your state's consumer protection office? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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case_dismissed_69_13 Jan 4

Update: filed in small claims court last week. Total cost was $75 filing fee + $20 for service by the sheriff. No attorney needed. The defendant (a major corporation) has to send a representative to appear in person. Most of the time they'd rather settle than send someone to small claims court over a few thousand dollars.

PSA: prior art search before patent filing

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