Protecting Idea Before Patenting

The only way is through NDAs, trade secrets, etc. You also cannot disclose it except for true experimental purposes.

Should I copyright with eCO to protecting my intellectual property even though the work is not complete?

Both of my colleagues are correct but you also need to see an IP attorney as you may have more IP than you realize.

Method claims, building product B with Product A

I strongly encourage you to hire a patent attorney who can give you the answers you seek. Good luck!

Can I sell my own designed merchandise that incorporates exact or similar generic phrases to merchandise already being sold?

A short phrase is not copyrightable; it is however, capable of trademark protection. So if you find it elsewhere, then someone may be able to...

Can you start a business with the same name as another company that is no longer active?

If the sole source of your information is Facebook and Instagram, you had best do a more thorough investigation. And even though you both sell...

I'm wondering if I can use town names without mayors permission

If you are merely using it to indicate a location, then you can use it.. If you want to use a town as a trademark, then you may have some...

Do I have a libel/defamation case against a former client of mine based on a negative Yelp review about her wedding one year ago

If she misstated facts, possibly yes. If you had a verbal contract that she would not post something and you have some documentation to prove it,...

I can't think of any cause of action that would be sustained in the US for lying about marriage without more information.

Patenting Advice

Based solely on the facts you disclosed, it looks as though you will have no problem with your company if it does not concern their products or...

Can I use the concept of Stargate SG-1 replicators in a commercial video game using Creative Commons license?

You have finally hit on the reason that IP attorneys exist -- to assist people like you so that you do not infringe another's IP. What you are...