I have an idea for a website, is there some way to protect my idea before I bring in people to work with me on it?

I agree with the answers provided so far. There are a number of ways to receive information about intellectual property. I've listed a few in the...

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

I agree with Andra and the very detailed answer provided by William. Please note that obtaining a patent is no "protection" against infringing...

How can I patent an idea ?

You can't patent an idea but you can patent embodiments of the idea. Your embodiments will need to be evaluated against three patentability tests:...

My patent was returned to me with rejections. When I respond, should I red line previous rejected claims. How do I solve?

Agreed. It would not help you to seek advice on this on a public forum. A better question would be to provide information on the subject matter of...

Once a patent has been granted, from what point in time can a current patent-pending applicant sue for backdated royalties?

See Wikipedia: No infringement action may be started until the patent is issued. However, pre-grant protection is available under 35 U.S.C. §...

Can I file International Patents now?

The short answer is no since there has been more than twelve months since the filing of the U.S. provisional patent application. There are several...

What's benefit of hiring an atty to assist me with obtaining a patent for my invention? What do I look for in a good patent atty

Great answers to this question already. I would like to add some things you want to look for in a patent attorney. (1) Review their previous work...

How much will it cost to have a logo and trademark on a product?

Other counsel have provided relevant answers. I would just like to add that the typical TEAS Plus USPTO filing fee of $225 is per international...

I have a very unique idea and believe I need a patent attorney. I don't know where to start...

You could also get to know several patent attorneys by checking out their websites, publications, issued patents, etc. Several provide free...

Utility patents are for functional applications. A bracelet, without more, may be eligible for a design patent based on the ornamental (i.e.,...