I have an idea for a very simple invention and know little about patents, copyrights etc...

The ides of a "poor man's patent" originated in the days before the America Invents Act, when patents were granted to the first inventor to invent,...

What is my situation if I want to file a patent for a concept that I had talked about it in public before?

As others have pointed out, you have one year from the date of your seminar (assuming that there have been no other public disclosures - articles...

If you present an invention to an invention company what responsibility do they have to make sure no one already has a patent?

While I do not know the company name and therefore cannot speak specifically, the searches I have seen from invention promotion companies are, in...

Reselling private label products

I agree with Mr. Balfus' answer. As long as you have lawfully obtained the trademarked product, are being 100% truthful about what you are...

I want to conduct a patent search on an idea. How much does it cost to conduct a patent search (world wide)

Cost will depend in part on the nature of the invention, which I do not recommend discussing publicly. In general, simpler technologies will...

How do I determine what can be patented about my invention?

The first thing you need to be aware of is that timing is critical. From a patent standpoint, you have already lost your ability to file patent...

Regarding trademark, as long as your use does not imply affiliation with or endorsement by the trademark holder, there is no issue. Once you...

How do I start a business using an existing product for an entirely different purpose and industry?

First you need to determine whether the product is protected by any patents and/or trademarks. If it is covered by a patent, then you can...

You need to be concerned not only with your ability to register your mark, but also whether any trademark infringement exists. With the facts we...

How can I patent an idea?

Initially, do not publicly disclose specific details of the invention until a patent application has been filed. In the United States, you have one...