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John Ferrell, Esq.
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This Channel provides legal education and ideas for companies, entrepreneurs and creative visionaries.
Building great companies is hard work, but we can make the job so much easier if we follow the previously successful strategies of others.
Please note that this Channel provides general legal and business information, and is not intended to provide legal advice or create an Attorney-Client relationship. John is admitted to practice in California, and before the USPTO (U.S. Patent and Trademark Office) throughout the United States. Other professional details, and a list of representative clients and specific court admissions can be found at: www.carrferrell.com/john-s-ferrell.
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If you wish to speak with an attorney about patents go to: www.carrferrell.com/john-s-ferrell
John Ferrell, Esq.
Monopoly Architect, Patent Strategist, Attorney
Carr & Ferrell LLP
San Mateo, CA
jsferrell@carrferrell.com
www.carrferrell.com/john-s-ferrell
Tel: 650-812-3408
Building great companies is hard work, but we can make the job so much easier if we follow the previously successful strategies of others.
Please note that this Channel provides general legal and business information, and is not intended to provide legal advice or create an Attorney-Client relationship. John is admitted to practice in California, and before the USPTO (U.S. Patent and Trademark Office) throughout the United States. Other professional details, and a list of representative clients and specific court admissions can be found at: www.carrferrell.com/john-s-ferrell.
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If you wish to speak with an attorney about patents go to: www.carrferrell.com/john-s-ferrell
John Ferrell, Esq.
Monopoly Architect, Patent Strategist, Attorney
Carr & Ferrell LLP
San Mateo, CA
jsferrell@carrferrell.com
www.carrferrell.com/john-s-ferrell
Tel: 650-812-3408
How to Qualify for Free Patents: Govt Pro Bono Patent Program
(120) Are you a first-time or student inventor? If so, it is likely that while you may have a great invention, you probably also have limited funds for a patent. To help, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s Pro Bono Program matches eligible applicants with a licensed patent attorney, who donates their time to assist you in preparing and filing your patent application. In this video, I cover the basics of the program, including financial eligibility; requirements for your invention; and the filing of the program application, where I provide a few tips to make it easier. The government wants good ideas to be patented with less worry about the costs and this is a great program to help qua...
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Report a Crime - Get Paid Half
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(119) Did you know there is a U.S. federal law that lets you collect up to half of any resulting fines, penalties or forfeitures as a reward for providing information on smuggling or customs violations? Some rewards have been for millions of dollars. The statute dates to when customs duties were a major source of government revenue and smuggling was a common way to dodge these taxes. In this vi...
Three Steps to Successful Selling on Amazon
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(118) Selling on Amazon is now more difficult because of recent changes in both the retailer’s policies and in the market itself. New AI tools like repricing software and product research applications have changed the game quite a bit. In this video, I present a three-part plan that you can use to become much more effective on Amazon. I also explain why getting a patent on your design is the ke...
Are U.S. Patents Enough?
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(117) Before packing your bags and setting sail with the goal of filling your passport with stamps from exotic locales, you might want to ask: Is a U.S. patent enough to protect your product and business? This question comes up frequently and goes to the heart of the relationship between U.S. patents and patents in foreign countries. Keep in mind that having a U.S. patent provides protection on...
Why Patents Are Important for Your Company
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(116) Patents are indispensable tools for companies and are a must in today’s business climate. They can provide many benefits that can protect your interests now and in the future. But what is a patent? Simply, a patent is a government grant that can stop others from making, using or selling your new, useful and non-obvious invention for a period of time. Now, how can having patents benefit yo...
Do I Need a Patent First?
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(115) Applying for a patent might seem complicated, even overwhelming, but like most things, a bit of knowledge can go a long way toward making the process easier, or at least easier to understand. In this video, I answer a few questions submitted by people like you in the Comments section. I address selling a product before being granted a final patent, including a discussion on foreign patent...
Do You Have to Build It Before You Patent?
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(114) Applying for a patent might seem complicated, even overwhelming, but like most things, a bit of knowledge can go a long way toward making the process easier, or at least easier to understand. In this video, I answer a few questions submitted by people like you in the Comments section. These questions and their answers can take some of the mystery out of patents and start you on the path t...
Is it Worth Getting a Patent Search For a New Invention?
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(113) With the many web-based and AI tools available today, conducting a patent search is easier than ever. But should you get a patent search prior to filing a patent application? Is it worth the time and cost? Should you do it yourself or commission a search? Will it even produce an accurate result? In this video, I explain the basics of what a patent search is and address the benefits and di...
When is it Legal To Secretly Record Phone Calls & Conversations?
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When is it Legal To Secretly Record Phone Calls & Conversations?
When Your Competitors Have Patents
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When Your Competitors Have Patents
How to Legally Bring Counterfeit Goods into the U.S. - The Law of Counterfeits
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How to Legally Bring Counterfeit Goods into the U.S. - The Law of Counterfeits
Foreign Factory Theft and Why NNN Agreements Are Important
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Foreign Factory Theft and Why NNN Agreements Are Important
Non Disclosure Agreements: The Five Essentials and When You Shouldn't Sign One
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Non Disclosure Agreements: The Five Essentials and When You Shouldn't Sign One
Patent Strategies for Tech Startups
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Patent Strategies for Tech Startups
The Truth About Patent Freedom To Operate Opinions
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The Truth About Patent Freedom To Operate Opinions
The One Question That Every Tech Investor Will Ask
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The One Question That Every Tech Investor Will Ask
Inventor's Checklist: 3 Key Questions Before Patenting Your Invention
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Inventor's Checklist: 3 Key Questions Before Patenting Your Invention
DIY Provisional Patent Application: Step-by-Step Guide with Downloadable Form
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DIY Provisional Patent Application: Step-by-Step Guide with Downloadable Form
When do Photographers and Models Need a Written Release? With Sample Template Form
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When do Photographers and Models Need a Written Release? With Sample Template Form
When Others Tell Lies About You - Slander and Libel: The Legal Basics of Defamation
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When Others Tell Lies About You - Slander and Libel: The Legal Basics of Defamation
You Must Do This Before Filing Foreign Patent Applications
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You Must Do This Before Filing Foreign Patent Applications
How to Know If Your Idea is a Patentable Invention
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How to Know If Your Idea is a Patentable Invention
How to Survive on the Amazon Marketplace
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How to Survive on the Amazon Marketplace
Welcome to John Ferrell Esq YouTube Channel
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Welcome to John Ferrell Esq RUclips Channel
Why You Should Include Patent Claims in Your Provisional Patent Applications
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Why You Should Include Patent Claims in Your Provisional Patent Applications
Qualifying for Small and Micro Entity Discounts in the U.S. Patent Office
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Qualifying for Small and Micro Entity Discounts in the U.S. Patent Office
Five Mistakes That Can Kill An Invention
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Five Mistakes That Can Kill An Invention
10 Ways to Speed Up Your Patent Application
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10 Ways to Speed Up Your Patent Application
What to Do if You Receive an Amazon Seller Suspension Letter?
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What to Do if You Receive an Amazon Seller Suspension Letter?
Working on filing a PPA now. I wish you had a video on when there is a similar invention yet they are different. And what the USPO inspector will look at for approval. Specially when there is something out there close but different.
No it wouldn't help if he owned legit rolex watches, because then he couldn't pead ignorance that he thinks a real rolex costs 500 us.
Interesting defense theory, Bi! 😊 Thank you so much for watching my video and leaving your comment. I am very grateful to have you here 😊 -john
in soccer (European football) also "Hat trick" is scoring 3 goals by a single player in one match. In soccer it is extremely difficult cause a lot of matches finish 0-0, 0-1, 2-0, 2-1, 1-1, etc. ...
Good comment! Thank you. Warmest wishes, -john
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How much do you charge to help people and i live in colorado do you help people out of state? I want to patent my recipe
Yes, I can help you. 😊 Email me at jsferrell@carrferrell.com and we will reach out to you. Warmest regards, -john
should I have a provisional patent application submitted
You do not need to have a PPA (Provisional Patent Application) on file first to be eligible for the PTO Pro Bono program. Good luck with your invention! Warmest wishes, -john
Thanks for the persuasive and informative video. . One additional incentive is to demonstrate a culture of protected innovation, which will allow innovators in your employ to be supported, credited, and inspired to continue
Great comment, Angela! Thank you. -john
Well Done to you for making this Video from Ur Generation
Thank you so much for watching my video and leaving your comment. From your comment it sounds like we may be from different generations, but nevertheless I am very grateful to have you here 😊 Warmest regards, -john
John, thank you for another great video!
Thanks again!
Can I have your phone number I will like a consultation
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I’m curious about a gimbal/gyro if it’s patentable or not.
Yes, so long as the invention is new, useful and nonobvious. Please let me know if you would like to schedule a consultation with me or if I can put you in touch with one of our patent attorneys for help. Warmest regards, -john
Hi John! I followed all steps but my case status is "in-cart”. I received email letting me know that my files were sent but my case isn’t open😢🫣
Awesome instructions. Thanks a million!!
Thank you for liking, subscribing and leaving your comment! Please let me know if you would like to suggest another video. Warm wishes. -john
I absolutely love your videos! It's really interesting to see how many people stop at "Create your LLC" whereas videos like this are seen by viewers who have broken through the first step! I enjoy the storytelling as well. I can tell you are highly intelligent from the way you speak. You are going to be my number one channel as I navigate through my business ventures. Thank you.
Thank you for the kind comment. I am so happy that you are finding these videos useful. I am curious what other types of videos you watch. Are there other entrepreneur topics I could address that you would be interested in watching? Warmest regards, -john
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Thank you so much for watching my video and leaving your comment. I am very grateful to have you here 😊 -john
Thank you very much you’re obviously a seasoned veteran when it comes to patent info.and I really appreciate the detail and expertise in your video. I have never patented anything, but I have what appears to be an extremely strong and useful idea that is not on the market anywhere but would flood the market as soon as it is put in production so I’m in the early stages so I will probably message you again and again, but I greatly appreciate, the time you took and making the video and you made it super easy to understand that was awesome
Rick, Thank you for the kind comment. I am so happy that you are finding these videos useful. I am curious what other types of videos you watch. Are there other entrepreneur topics I could address that you would be interested in watching? Warmest regards, -john
@@johnferrellesq. well I have an entrepreneur type mindset and I’ve had some really awesome ideas over the years. This is my first idea that I think is going to be an awesome invention so I’m being critical and careful and not letting my secret out but I have a feeling it will work as a matter fact I can’t see any reason why it will not succeeded.
@@rickkilbury5179 I hope you crush it with your new product!!!! -john
@@johnferrellesq. you really are awesome. I appreciate your information and just doing what you do. It’s really really awesome. I’m green when it comes to this type of stuff, but you have helped me a lot in a short amount of time and I am pretty confident on my idea just early in the search trying to make sure I don’t miss anything, but I cannot find it anywhere available
Thank you John.
Very informative!
Thank you, Catherine!
Hi John, thank you for this very helpful video. I have an issue with the steps, once I click on "utility provisional" I do not access to the next steps, it entails "Forbidden, you do not have persmission to access" while I have created a USPTO account. Can you please kindly advice? Thank you!!
Hi Laura, I am sorry that you are having trouble with this. Here is the answer I recently posted in my Community Post: Blocked From Filing PPA from Overseas If you are trying to file a PPA (Provisional Patent Application) as a Guest user the USPTO Patent Center Website (patentcenter.uspto.gov/submissions-filing/submissions/b5eff645-892b-4ce1-8589-bcf3f1855243/ads/inventors?category=NewSubmissions) and are being blocked from filing, with “401 Error” Message or a “Forbidden” s message, here is what I know: I called and talked with John at the USPTO Electronic Business Center (571-272-4100. ebc@uspto.gov) about this issue. The EBC has ownership of the Patent Center website and is aware of this 401 problem. The problem normally occurs when guest users try to access the Patent Center from outside of the U.S. and the PTO doesn’t recognize the communication source or has security concerns about the access attempt. This problem seems to be somewhat random and there is no known solution; however, some users have been successful using one or more of the following: * Register as a Patent Center User at www.uspto.gov/patents/apply/applying-online/getting-started-new-users#:~:text=1%201.%20Create%20your%20USPTO.gov%20account%20Go%20to,forms.%20...%203%203.%20Verify%20your%20USPTO.gov%20account. This will eliminate the problem; however, registration does require a notarized proof of identification, which is not so easy in some countries. * Change computer browsers to one of the Chromium variants: Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Vivaldi, Brave or Opera. The PTO website is built on the Chromium standard. * Use a VPN which locates your browser as originating from the U.S. The USPTO is located in Alexandria, Virginia and probably the closer to this you get (Washington D.C.) the better. * Clear your computer browsing history. If all else fails, you can submit your application by mail, or hire a patent attorney to electronically file your documents for you. You can contact me at jsferrell@carrferrell.com if you would like help with filing on your behalf. I hope this helps! Warm wishes, --john
Great video thanks John! I have a mathematical equation/algorithm for a geometric construction, is there anything in particular I need to know to apply online?
Hi Chelsey, mathematical algorithms can be patented but the patent applications are a bit tricky, since they tend to draw subject matter rejections. It’s a good idea here to consult with your patent attorney on how best to protect your specific application. Warmest regards, --john
Do we also need to fill out and upload >>>Application Data Sheet (37 CFR 1.76)<<< for a PROVISIONAL PATENT APPLICATION? I didn't use one back in 2018 on my last patent application.
If you follow the steps of the video, you are filling out the ADS while filling in the online form. Thank you for watching! -john
@@johnferrellesq. Thanks!
Hi John, maybe I missed a step, but I thought the fee was $60. How did it end up being $120.00 at the end?
Hi Donna, did you click micro entity at 10:05 in the video? Small entity is $120, micro entity is $60. If you are a micro entity it will ask you to fill out and submit an SB15a micro entity certification form. 'Hope this helps. Warmest regards, -john
To be eligible for the micro entity price, you need to check “micro entity” at 10:05 instead of small entity. And then you need to upload an SB 15 form which is a micro entity eligibility declaration. ‘Hope this helps. --john
is there a reason you cant select micro entity status here? do you select small then file micro entity form? seems odd when the pdf form just has a box to select
Thank you for your message. What is the time stamp in the video you are referring to? Did you select micro entity when you paid by credit card at the end?
You can select micro entity at 10:05 in the video. I selected small entity since I was filing on behalf of my law firm and we don’t qualify for micro entity.
@@johnferrellesq. yes i did. the online form is misleading only allowing you to select small/ regular in the drop down. Does not even have an option of none. And if you select small then you cant not unselect so you have to start over with submission. Seems like it would make sense if it more directly mimicked form sb0016
thank you for the response. greatly appreciated
Another awesome video John!!!! Thank you for sharing such great content!
Thank you, Mike. 😊 -john
clear video John with good up to date info
JH, Thank you so much for watching my video and leaving your comment. I am very grateful to have you here 😊 -john
Great vid! If someone already had footage of the outside of various mansions (private homes), and some of this footage was taken with a tripod, some with a drone, then is it legal to include this footage in a monetized RUclips vid? For all the shots, the tripod was physically on a public street, and the drones were directly above public streets (never directly over the houses or private property themselves), but the camera was looking straight at private property. I'll also clarify there was no super zoom ins to the windows, or anything like that. It's all far away footage of the whole exterior house design.
Hi John, if this video as described was taken by you in the United States, it would be perfectly legal to include this content in a RUclips video. Other countries have restrictions on what may be photographed or video filmed. For example, if this video was of the home of the President of Russia, then posting this might be considered a security violation and prohibited under Russian law. If this video was filmed by someone else and you have not licensed the video, then publishing this video on RUclips would technically be a copyright violation and it is possible the copyright owner might complain and you could end up with a copyright strike. I hope this helps. Thank you for watching my videos; it's so great to have you in this community. -john
How do I edit the existing figure-1 to edit and insert my own words? It seems like all these figures are created in Word, but every time I try to select a box the entire entity is highlighted rather than being bunch of editable individual boxes and lines.
The figures are not editable. You can just sketch your own figures (they don't need to be formal for a PPA) and either scan or take a picture and you can upload those as PDFs. 'Hope this helps. -john
Thank you so much for making a huge difference in my life!
Thank you for your comment. I am so grateful to have you on my channel. Please subscribe if you haven't done so already. Warmest wishes. 😊 -john
just get a PPA first you have a year to do a patent app
Agreed, Mike. 😊. Thank you for your comment. I am so grateful to have you on my channel. Please subscribe if you haven't done so already. Warmest wishes. -john
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Thank you watching and commenting. Warm wishes. -john
After a little over a week of using it, I asked to chatgbt if it could predict my age, MBTI type, political leanings, and for shits and giggles; give me a few theories it had about my childhood... Is a bit scary how accurate it can be.
Great comment! Thank you. -john
Bought your book, almost finished with it and will be following up again for review by your team. Thanks again.
Hi Chad, thank you for the update. Please let me know if you have any suggestions for improving the book. 😊 Warmest wishes, -john
Thank you for your content. I’m new to all of this and NOT computer savvy. I got stuck at the browse files. You have 10 files and I still have 5; do I need to create my own cover page? I am using Chrome Notebook which isn’t helping. What did I miss?
Thank you for your message. Could you give me a time stamp in the video that you are referring to, and I will see if we can help you with this. Warmest regards, -john
Those are actually forward slashes, not backslashes. Just FYI. 😊🏅
Thank you for this information! I appreciate the correction. 😊 -john
Thank you so much for to the point information !! :)
Hi @johnferrellesq, I just noticed that filing a provisional application now requires a login. Is this correct? Could you please check and confirm?
Hi Amar, I just tried the portal and was able to enter the information for a PPA while signing in as a Guest. Send a screen shot to my email address jsferrell@carrferrell.com if you are still having this problem and I will look into it further. -john
Wow John. This is an awesome video which I will watch a few more times and share with many fellow inventors!!!! This video helps me to think about my forthcoming patent strategy over the course of a 5+ year start-up journey. Thank you for creating this video and sharing your incredible knowledge!!!!
Thank you, Mike. It is so great to have you in the community. Warmest wishes, -john
John, Thank you for the great information!
Great information!
Hi Catherine, Thank you for watching. Every little bit helps! 😉. Warmest wishes, -john
I literally tried to file a patent 15 years ago on a version of a skate board with just a ball in the center ,possibly a wheel ,it ever came to fruition I still have the original dated designs,could not follow thru because I did not have the filing fees at the time of 400 dollars ,when the electric one wheel skate board came out I felt I was robbed !
Timothy, so sorry to hear this! I hope you keep inventing. Warmest wishes, -john
John, thank you kindly for such an awesome video!!! I enjoyed your story as it truly highlighted the economic value of trade secrets. Thanks again. 🙂
Hi Mike, Thank you for watching my videos and for the kind words. It’s so great to have you as part of our entrepreneur community. What kind of products do you work on? Please let me know if there are any other videos you would like to see me make. Warmest wishes. -john
@@johnferrellesq. Hi John, Thank you for your kind email. I work on innovative products in the aerospace industry. :-) I recently discovered your RUclips channel and absolutely love it!!! I plan on watching all of your videos and thought it would be best to start with the oldest videos first. Thank you for answering all my questions on the videos I have watched so far. Still, many more videos to go. Once I complete watching all of your videos, I look forward to recommending other videos to produce. 🙂 I also look forward to working on patents with you and your team in the near future!!! 😊 Thank you again for sharing such great information!!!!
Mike, what part of the country do you live in? 'So great to have you as a viewer. Warmest wishes, -john
@johnferrellesq, Greetings! I'm from Pakistan and would like to file a patent, I noticed you filed in the eFiler information at the end, what should non-US nationals do for that. Secondly, if you could please guide me in making a USPTO account from outside the US as a foreigner as well. Thank you and regards.
Hi Talha, Thank you so much for watching my video and leaving your comment. You can file from Pakistan as a Guest just as I did from the U.S. You can alternatively sign up as registered e-filer using this two step process found at: www.uspto.gov/patents/apply/applying-online/getting-started-new-users Good luck with your patent!! Warmest wishes, -john