How to patent a device that uses a computer algorithm process for which a licence is required from a 3rd party?

This question needs a more detailed analysis which would be possible when you sit down with a patent attorney. However, for now, it is possible to...

If a patent for a similar item is expired, would using the language and layout be a copyright infringement or other negative?

My advice would be to use your own words to describe the invention as much as possible. There have been court cases involving patents where...

How much do legal fees for a patent typically cost?

As you guessed, the cast could vary considerably depending upon the complexity of the invention, the number of prior art documents to searched...

How to submit another provisional application, to add new content, if you filed one already?

Yes, you would have to file a second provisional application. There is no provision under the existing laws for filing a continuation-in-part...

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As indicated by the previous answer, you can manufacture and sell your product even when the patent application is pending. While you may have to...

What can I do to protect my rights to an invention before I get it patented?

If you have a fairly good concept about your invention how it should be built, the materials to use, etc. I strongly recommend that you consider...

Number of amendments for average patent application? Flat rate attorney fee?

As you may have realized, most patent applications get amended before they are allowed by the USPTO. If your patent attorney had drafted your...

If I have an idea for which a patent application already exists, what are my options?

First of all, I hope you have written down your idea, possibly witnessed by someone so that you have some proof for your invention date; keep it...

Is it considered patent infringement if I applied for business-method patent that is similar to an existing internet company?

You would need to explore your idea more fully with a patent counsel to determine whether there is anything patentable. May be you have something...

Is it patent infringement?

Your question raises many issues. First, you need to seek professional counsel to determine whether your design is infringing the design of the...