A Guide to Patent Applications

This book aims to guide the novice inventor through the patent maze, demystifying this complicated process and ensuring success at its end. Levert systematically takes the reader through every stage, from generating the idea, through writing the specifications, to considering economic issues. Anecdotes of Levert's own experiences, practical examples, and numerous U.S Patent and Trademark Office forms reinforce readers' understanding. This book should be of interest to inventors or owners of small businesses.