Patent Law News + Insights

Strategic insights and updates on US patent prosecution and global patent portfolio development, for proactive patent professionals and savvy technology executives.

Michael Henry

is a principal and the founding member of Henry Patent Law Firm PLLC. Michael specializes in creating comprehensive, growth-oriented IP strategies for early-stage companies who are developing emerging technologies.
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Wearable Technology: An Overview of the Patent Landscape

January 28, 2019

Wearable technology has emerged as one of the more ubiquitous applications of the Internet of Things. Worldwide demand for wearables is set to grow exponentially over the next few years; according to the industry analyst CCS Insight, the global...

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Michael Henry to Present at Dallas Bar Association Intellectual Property Law Section

January 17, 2019

Michael Henry will be presenting “Quantum Computing and Block Chain Technologies - Patent Law Perspectives” at the Dallas Bar Association’s Belo Mansion in Dallas at noon on Thursday, January 24. Michael will be co-presenting with Ozz Siddiq, who is...

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Patent Infringement: How It's Proven, and How This Should Influence Your Patent Filings

January 04, 2019

As a patent owner, you have the legal right to exclude others from making, using, selling, or offering to sell the invention. Put another way, your competitors cannot make, use, sell, or offer the invention described in your patent’s claims without...

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Crafting a Smart Patent Strategy: 7 Advantages for Tech Startups Over Large Companies

December 21, 2018

By building a robust patent portfolio, tech startups can gain a competitive edge in their industry:

  • Increase your profit margins
  • Exclude your competitors from monetizing your inventions
  • Create prior art against your competitors’ patents
  • Generate...
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How to Ensure High-Quality Patents in Emerging Tech Fields

December 18, 2018

Over the past decade or so, the U.S. patent system has evolved significantly, thanks to a combination of new legislation, USPTO initiatives, court decisions, and various strategies employed by individuals and corporations alike — here are the key...

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How to Own Higher Quality Patents

December 13, 2018

Lots of companies in the tech industry rely on a high-volume patent filing strategy. For example, industry titans like IBM, Microsoft, and Apple receive thousands of new patents each year.

Large companies have the financial resources and dedicated...

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Recent Changes in the Patent System and How They Affect Tech Companies

December 03, 2018

Due to a combination of new laws, government policies and initiatives,  and market forces, the U.S. patent system is constantly evolving. Here’s a rundown of the most important changes from the past decade that could affect your tech company.

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How to Minimize Intrinsic Patent Risks

November 20, 2018

Is your tech company building a patent portfolio? Making smart decisions to maximize the long term value of your IP assets is key — which is why you need to know about the various risks associated with patent ownership.

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Why Tech Startups Need to Play Offense with Patents (and Why Big Tech Companies Don't)

November 16, 2018

Patents are valuable business assets, and a smart patent portfolio can give your tech company a competitive advantage and add value to your business.

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Mapping Your Patent Strategy: 5 Milestones To Evaluate Success

October 25, 2018

Growing a technology enterprise requires strategic planning and coordination of fundraising efforts, research and development, sales and marketing, product releases, and seemingly a million other things. Where does intellectual property fit in with...

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