{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Avoid the Legal Horrors with Julie King: Patent, Trademark, and Business Strategy","title":"DIY Patent Applications: A Recipe for Disaster","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/98cdd5df\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":85,"description":"Can you legally file your own patent application? Yes. Should you? Patent attorney Julie King explains why DIY patent applications are almost always a terrible idea, and the rare circumstances when they might be acceptable.You'll learn:Why patent law is uniquely technical and complexWhat patent attorneys bring to the table (technical degrees + legal training + special bar exam)How one wrong word in your claims can make your patent worthlessThe real cost of trying to save money with DIY filingWhen DIY might be acceptable (hint: only if you don't care about actually getting strong protection)See Monday's episode this week to learn why \"quickly granted\" DIY applications are often terrible.This episode could save you from a very expensive mistake.Avoid the legal horrors, and keep rocking your IP.Full transcript and more resources at ⁠⁠kingpatentlaw.com/blog⁠If you're serious about protecting your invention, book a consultation at kingpatentlaw.com⁠to discuss your options.Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only, is not legal advice, and does not form an attorney-client relationship. For advice about your specific situation, consult with a licensed attorney","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/W2kUKjhzlJqzHsMQ0IupHQmacu9KJAKjO6rTld1hYPE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS80Mjg3/ZmU1ZTM4NjQ5NjU0/YjAxMTcwZDYxODI2/YzVlMi5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}