Last week, the USPTO Military Association (UMA) observed the 13th annual Day of Remembrance honoring Memorial Day. They led the “Walk of Remembrance”, beginning at the USPTO Headquarters and culminating at the National Cemetery in Alexandria, VA.
William Thornton, the first superintendent of the Patent Office, was appointed #OTD in 1802. Thornton held this position for 26 years and had a profound influence on the early development of the agency.
As a Dallas patent lawyer, I’ve seen how persistence, development, and execution often turn simple concepts into valuable innovations. Protecting those ideas can be just as important as creating them. Have an idea? Call us for a free consultation today: https://t.co/CPOz2V4vWs
The USPTO has a new resource for U.S. companies doing business in India. Our India intellectual property rights toolkit explains India’s IP landscape, offers tips for protecting your IP there, and suggests effective IP enforcement strategies: https://t.co/4wKOrPNIkZ
Take a walk on the Trademark Trail to celebrate 250 years of American creativity! 🚶Explore iconic trademarks that helped shape the brands and products we know and love. Virtually stroll on our website or visit us at our headquarters in Alexandria, VA: https://t.co/llGUTZuJiv
On this day in 1968, Hot Wheels raced into stores and became a toy box favorite. More than 50 years later, the model cars still inspire collectors, car lovers, and innovators. @Mattel was assigned U.S. Design Patent No. D681,742 for Hot Wheels’ toy vehicle design. 🏎️🔥
Innovation takes persistence.
Behind many successful inventions are countless revisions, experiments, and lessons learned along the way. Protecting those ideas is just as important as creating them.
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Hope your baskets were “egg-stra” full this weekend. Ours were stuffed with patents. 🐣✨ From a ruffled Easter basket design to a hollow, plastic egg that keeps treats secure without cracking under pressure, innovation has definitely been shaping Easter egg hunts.
Join AIPLA and the USPTO on April 29 in Washington, DC, for an in-person program to celebrate World Intellectual Property Day 2026. To register: https://t.co/tDJ2HEV8Wh
April showers make innovation flower ☔️💐
The humble umbrella has come a long way, thanks to patented inventions improving how we stay dry, move through storms, and adapt to the elements.
Thinking about filing a patent?
Before you do, learn the most common mistakes that can impact your rights. Dallas Patent Attorney Ken Emanuelson breaks them down.
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“IP and Sports: Ready, Set. Innovate” is the theme of this year’s World Intellectual Property Day, which will be observed April 26. Learn how the USPTO is celebrating this year’s event: https://t.co/hXNXx5yWeo
Kick off the new month with a little glow-up courtesy of U.S. Plant Patent No. 7,305 for a nectarine tree “April Glo.” This early-ripening beauty was cultivated to thrive with lower chilling requirements while still delivering juicy, flavorful fruit right on time.
Artemis II not only made history as the first crewed lunar mission in 50 years. It is also driving technology forward. Take a look at just a handful of patents assigned to @NASA and developed with the Artemis program in mind.
Innovation rarely comes easy.
James Dyson’s quote is a reminder that invention often involves trial, error, and persistence. Protecting those hard-earned ideas is just as important as creating them.
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☀️🏖️ Spring break = time to pack your patents to keep from getting “board.” From sand to surf, innovation is making waves 🌊 What’s in your starter pack?
Race car driver Danica Patrick protects her personal brand on and off the track. She has multiple registered trademarks for goods and services from automobile races to jewelry and merchandise.
Trade secrets can be some of a business’s most valuable assets - if they’re properly protected. Our latest blog breaks down what trade secrets are, why they matter, and steps businesses can take to safeguard confidential information. Read more: https://t.co/8rDvob7Y1w
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