Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm Leo G. Lenna
  • Patent number: 8341794
    Abstract: A brush for cleaning a trailer hitch receiver that comprises an elongated stem attached to a handle at one end and a cleaning head at the opposite end. The brush is configured so that a person can grasp the handle of the device and ream the cleaning head having at least two flat abrasive sides into the trailer hitch receiver so as to clean out accumulated salt, asphalt, rust debris from the receiver hitch. A method for cleaning a substantially square trailer hitch receiver using the aforementioned cleaning device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 4, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2013
    Inventor: Federick A. Sales
  • Patent number: 8298130
    Abstract: A mobile isolation unit which forms a chemical and biological barrier that is has a substantially rectangular-parallelepiped shaped enclosure and a frame system configured to support the enclosure in the suspended position so as to create and internal and external environment. The enclosure may also be equipped with at least one opening for access into and out of the enclosure, a zipper for opening and closing the access port, at least one biomedical port, and a plurality of support points configured to support the enclosed in the suspended position when the frame is in an open position so that a patient can be placed in and out of the enclosure. A method for isolating and treating a patient using the mobile isolation unit is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2012
    Inventor: Raymond C. Maloney
  • Patent number: 8282235
    Abstract: A lighted workbag or backpack having a positionable light source configured so as to provide significant illumination into the interior portion of the workbag or an external work area or the path in front of the backpack. The light source having a gooseneck configuration is mounted in a column or pouch positioned in the back of the backpack that allows the light to extend over the shoulder of a user wearing the backpack so as to illuminate the area in front of the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2012
    Inventor: James Gilligan
  • Patent number: 8256555
    Abstract: A three-wheel motorcycle having a support frame with rear wheels mounted on a double axle with differential there between for a drive from a powerful automobile type engine. A front portion of the frame supporting the front motorcycle type single steerable wheel and handlebars mounted thereto for conventional steering. Other features include a unique shock and spring mechanism for the support frame measuring no more than 6 inches off of the ground and having a center of gravity of 14 inches or less powered by an internal combustion engine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2012
    Inventor: Raymond Ackley
  • Patent number: 8235052
    Abstract: The present application is directed to a mouth guard to protect the user's teeth and/or jaw. It is important that the mouth guard fit tightly and properly in order to fully protect the user. The present invention achieves the proper fit by having cilia in the cavity that comes in contact with the user's teeth. These cilia move to allow the mouth guard to fit tightly and properly. In addition, the mouth guard of the present invention may contain flavoring such as Gatorade, bubble gum flavoring, as well as the traditional cherry, orange and grape that can be released into the oral cavity of the user while wearing the mouth guard. This allows the user to taste the flavoring while using the mouth guard.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2012
    Inventor: John Maurello
  • Patent number: 8186311
    Abstract: A leash assembly designed to attach at least one waste holding device, such as a plastic bag, in such a manner that the plastic bag is able to swivel about and not get tangled as the dog moves from side to side. This eliminates the need of the person walking the dog to constantly move the leash from one hand to the other hand in order to prevent the waste bag from getting tangled. In other words, as the dog move in different directions the waste bag holding device is able to adjust its' position by swiveling about the device attached to the leash allowing the walker to have their hands free. The swivel can also be adapted to hold other items such as keys, extra bags for dog cleanup and hand wipes. All of these items would also be able to swivel about the device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2012
    Inventor: Stephen Longo
  • Patent number: 8007351
    Abstract: An enclosure which forms a biological chemical barrier system and has a bottom wall that rests on a gurney so as to be mobile while housing a patient on a backboard or mattress placed therein. A front wall of the enclosure has biomedical ports and an air filtration system therein. A rear wall of the enclosure has an access door therein formed by a hinged portion thereof cut therefrom and selectively closed by a zipper. Side walls of the enclosure have sleeve gloves therein. A top wall of the enclosure has a plurality of hanger straps thereon that extend upwardly therefrom, for wrapping around an associated personnel pole, and are relaseably maintained thereon by complementary portions of hook and loop pile fasteners disposed on themselves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2011
    Inventor: Raymond C. Maloney
  • Patent number: 7971620
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a one-touch label-dispensing device for dispensing labels marked with time information, such as the month, day and year, that can be attached or integrated into the panel of a refrigerator so that labels automatically marked and dispensed can be used to mark food items placed in the refrigerator and/or cabinets. The present invention is also directed to a one-touch label-dispensing device for dispensing labels that can be equipped with a recording device for recording audible and text messages, such as e-mails, to be played back at a later time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2011
    Inventors: Frederick J. Drummond, Margaret J. Drummond
  • Patent number: 7942151
    Abstract: The present application is directed to a seat having a hard, firm surface designed to treat hemorrhoids. The hard, firm surface of the seat is configured to have a void and two opposing pressure applying points designed to place positive pressure on the area surrounding a hemorrhoid so as to develop a negative pressure within the body which causes the body to draw the hemorrhoids back up into the body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 24, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2011
    Inventor: John Maurello
  • Patent number: 7942674
    Abstract: The invention is directed to a learning bracelet that contains a compartment for placing learning tags for display. The learning tags can either be pre-printed with a word and/or can be made printer friendly so that the desired word and/or concepts can be printed upon the learning tag before being used. Once inserted into the learning bracelet, the learning tag displays the word and/or concept to the person wearing the learning bracelet. The displayed word and/or concepts can be view by the student using the bracelet so as to reinforce the word, its spelling and or meaning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2011
    Inventor: Dana Murphy
  • Patent number: 7922090
    Abstract: A set of forms and information gathering system comprising a questionnaire check having a place to insert answers to questions that are sent to a person along with the check is provided. Once the answers to the question from the questionnaire have been inserted in the supplied area the person taking the survey can cash the check. Once the check is cashed and processed through an Automated Clearing House (ACH) the cancelled check with the answers to the questions. Once the cashed check is received by the sending party, the answers to the questionnaire by the endorsed party will also be received. The data can then be processed and reports generated for the client requesting the data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2006
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2011
    Inventor: Arcadio Roselli
  • Patent number: 7810859
    Abstract: An animal waste pickup and disposal device specifically designed to be inexpensive, simple to use and prevent a user from coming into direct contact with the animal waste either while picking it up, disposing of the waste, or after or during cleanup. The device having a bag on one part of the device to collect the waste and a shovel that is covered with a pad or sleeve that pushed the waste into the bag. The pad or sleeve designed to cover the shovel so as to protect it from becoming soiled in the process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2010
    Inventor: Robert Montusi
  • Patent number: 7744941
    Abstract: The invention is directed to an apparatus and process for marinating foodstuffs in a short period of time. The apparatus includes a food holding container, a base and a shaft for transmitting ultrasonic mechanical vibrations from a source of ultrasonic vibrations in communication with a base, thereby tenderizing and imparting flavor to the foodstuffs. In addition to the ultrasonic vibrations, the apparatus can include a marinade injection system that injects marinade into the meat prior to being subjected to the ultrasonic vibrations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2010
    Inventor: Adam Flood
  • Patent number: 7677250
    Abstract: The present application is directed to an adjustable seat having a hard, firm surface designed to treat hemorrhoids. The hard, firm surface of the seat is designed to place positive pressure on the area surrounding a hemorrhoid so as to develop a negative pressure within the body which causes the body to draw the hemorrhoids back up into the body. Many seats on the market today for hemorrhoids are designed simply to alleviate the symptoms that are associated with hemorrhoids and not treat the condition. In contrast to the seat of the present invention, these seats are usually soft cushioned seats designed to support hemorrhoids that protrudes from the anus or the surrounding area so as to reduce discomfort.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 16, 2010
    Assignee: Hemaway, LLC
    Inventor: John Maurello
  • Patent number: 7662071
    Abstract: A vertical exercise apparatus having overhead and waist high support rails capable of supporting the users body weight for use in conditioning upper body and lower body muscle groups. A kit having overhead and waist high support bars with attachment clamps that attach to a conventional exercise bike so as to convert the conventional exercise bike into a vertical exercise apparatus for use in conditioning upper body and lower body muscle groups.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2010
    Assignee: Bloomington Dynamics, Inc.
    Inventor: Christiaan Ditolla
  • Patent number: D631918
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 1, 2011
    Inventor: Shari L. Peyser
  • Patent number: D659930
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2012
    Inventor: Deirdre L. Sheehan
  • Patent number: D659931
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2012
    Inventor: Deirdre L. Sheehan
  • Patent number: D659932
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2012
    Inventor: Deirdre L. Sheehan
  • Patent number: D660539
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2012
    Inventor: Deirdre L. Sheehan