I just finished writing a book. I am hesitant to put it on my blog or send it to editors in fear of them stealing the material.

Yes, file a copyright registration. Its very easy to do and inexpensive.

The FTC announced 2 contests that would violate my pending patent, if it were granted. What are my legal options?

The FTC can run any contest they want. You should have sought legal advice before contacting the FTC. You do not have to disclose the details of...

Not sure the type of attorney I need

If you did not file a patent application or sign a non-disclosure agreement before showing your invention to the company, then you may have given...

I have an idea for a phone app. I want to market and sell the idea so that it can be developed but I want to protect my idea.

There is no such thing as an "idea patent.". The utility patent provides the patent holder with the ability to prevent others from...

I have an idea I would like to patent. Would it be best to file an application on my own, or should I contact an attorney first?

A patent application is not a simple thing to prepare, and lay persons could lose their rights if they do not prepare an application properly. It...

Short answer is no. I strongly agree with the other attorney answers. Legal Zoom is not registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and...

I agree with the other attorneys commenting on this situation, but wish to add how someone could be doing this. This purported "inventor" may be...

Where can I find an Attorney to discuss protecting my Intellectual Property rights for a software development idea?

I recommend that you look at websites and CVs / Biographies of patent attorneys that you have under consideration.

I presented my idea for an invention to a company. Can I do a provisional patent on my own?

Hopefully your presentation was made under a non-disclosure agreement (NDA). Otherwise, there is nothing to stop the company from taking your...

Would I be able to register the patent myself?

Hi, there are certain fundamental things you should know: 1. A patent does not give you the right to produce your product, it merely gives the...