On this episode of The Tech Law Hangout, host Jordan Becker digs into intricacies of the patent application process. Discover the crucial time when an inventor should reach out to a patent lawyer, the significance of the filing date, and the power of taking early action to protect an invention. We'll uncover the secrets behind how the filing date can make or break the patentability of an invention, and Jordan highlights why inventors should welcome a rejection from the U.S. Patent Office on their first attempt.

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