Patents Represented by Attorney Ian F. Burns, Esq.
  • Patent number: 5799617
    Abstract: The present invention is substantially an animal head support device and method of use which may be used by veterinarians or other qualified persons to adjustably and comfortably support the head of an anaesthetized animal during medical treatment or other procedures. The device includes a ring for receiving the head of an animal there through, a support means, such as a rope, for supporting the ring from an overhead structure, and a padded chin rest. The device may further include a cam cleat which allows for variable height adjustment. An alternative embodiment is disclosed which provides a ground mounted support device in which a flexible stand supports a U-shaped ring which in turn supports the head of the animal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 1995
    Date of Patent: September 1, 1998
    Assignee: Rena Pimpl
    Inventors: Raymond D. Long, Scott Greene
  • Patent number: 5707285
    Abstract: A wagering game apparatus and method is provided which permits the random selection of prizes for games such as blackjack, poker, and electronic games. A side wager is placed in a receptacle or designated area which indicates to the dealer that the player wishes to participate in the random jackpot selection portion of the game. If a random event occurs, such as the player being dealt a preselected combination of cards, the player or dealer may activate the random prize selection process. The random prize selection is performed by a computer which uses a random generated number to select a prize from a pay table. The prize may be displayed on or near the gaming table. The player is then awarded the random jackpot amount.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 1996
    Date of Patent: January 13, 1998
    Inventors: Vaughn Place, Brad Johnson
  • Patent number: D394522
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 1997
    Date of Patent: May 19, 1998
    Inventor: Allen Putnam
  • Patent number: D397210
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 18, 1998
    Inventor: Donald L. Evans
  • Patent number: D407178
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 23, 1999
    Inventor: Don Evans