Re: Trade names, patents

[Carefreeland@aol.com]

 Dear Mr. Stubbing, 
       I am in a peculiar spot where my devices of consideration will be 
constantly developed over a great period of time.  Very little cash flow may 
result from early development. I will manage the patent process by all of the 
means necessary to establish proprietary rights as I go on what I really need 
to.
         Probably I will do the large part of the search process myself at 
great expense in time and effort.  I make less per hour than the patent 
attorney I would hire.  I happen to be in a position to know more than most 
average guys (which is still woefully inadequate) about the patent process 
and my devises.  My friends and family have had experience here.  Inventors 
should know they can do this themselves. 
       My string of sometimes political letters is an effort to call 
attention to the plight of an ordinary guy who does not understand the 
complexity of the process.  I also am constantly disappointed in stories I 
hear from local inventors that have had bad experiences with the system.  
Dayton, Ohio, USA is among the most inventive towns in the world.  Shouldn't 
we encourage this? 
       Large Corporations have clearly tilted the patent process against the 
unknowledgable small guy.  I am disappointed in the fact that with today's 
technology, the patent process cannot be more user friendly, and fair. 
        So inventor beware! 
        One common technique I have heard of is this: A large corporation 
obtains exclusive license on a patent, and then does not develop it until the 
patent has expired.  This prevents the competition from using the devise, as 
well as the inventor from collecting a single royalty check. 
        What is the defense of a small one devise inventor, that believes he 
is in for a good ride here, only to find he has been kidnapped?  Who really 
benefits from this stupidity? 
       My aim is to stimulate open debate both for my own information, and to 
call attention to any fixes which could be prescribed.  You could say I'm 
playing "devils advocate" for the little guy.  All with experience or 
knowledge are welcome to comment.  
       
  Thank you for your input. 
                                    Daniel Dimiduk 

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