How do I keep my invention to myself.

I agree with Bernard that you do not need to "make the actual product" to get a patent. Because this is a patent forum, I am assuming you would...

Can I manufacture a new application of a device that has been patented in 1950s or need a permit or license agreement?

Any patent that issued in 1957 has expired long ago. The patent can't be "renewed", and you are safe to practice what was patented, so long as you...

Do I need a model and design for a product to apply for a patent? Would I need an attorneys help to patent? What are the costs?

Generally speaking, you do not need a model to apply for a patent. All you need is a novel, nonobvious invention that you can describe in...

I have an idea. I am not manufacturer, not going to be manufacturer in future. can i patent an idea and sell that patented

You can absolutely patent your idea, even if you never make a product or even plan to make a product based on the idea. There are certainly...

I have a concept for an invention. Is there any way to protect the concept while trying to find someone who can create concept

I think you need a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) so you can explain your idea to someone who can help you out, if you do decide to talk to an...

You can do a search yourself. Although it will not be as thorough as a professional search, if many people have invented something similar (or the...

There is no reason that you can not patent an improvement, and in fact most patents are improvements on existing ideas. As one attorney has noted,...

Can I get free legal help getting a provisional patent application?

I am assuming that, in saying this product has not been produced before, you also believe the product embodies a patentable invention. If your...

What are the total fees for a Provisional Patent (Small Entity), if filing without any Attorney's assistance?

Do you know if the current patent holder is manufacturing or licensing an actual product? If not, he or she will likely not be very interested in...

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Trademark infringement

Mike: To add to the previous answers, a quick search of the Trademark Office's website (search is free) indicates that the mark "The Kickin'...