By: Partner David M. Roccio
Article published on startupnation.com
Many contestants on ABC’s hit-show Shark Tank answer “yes,” when asked if they have a patent, illustrating that startups may generally appreciate the importance of filing a patent application early to protect their innovations. However, there are a variety of options available when developing a company’s strategy for protecting its Intellectual Property (IP). Below are five often-overlooked considerations for companies, especially startups, when developing an IP strategy.
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