Do I really need to go to an intellectual property attorney?

As the saying goes "you don't know what you don't know"....so it would be wise to have at least a cursory consultation with an IP attorney...

Is it possible to get an improvement patent on my own previous (and now expired) design patent?

Yes this is possible and subject to the same standards as any other design patent applications. There is no special application for an...

The "first sale doctrine" generally permits you to resell a product after you have purchased it. However, some trademark issues can arise if you...

Is someone infringing on my copyright if they copy significant, but not all, elements of my software code?

Copyright protects from unauthorized "copying," so with respect to the code, actual copying of code would be required to constitute infringement. ...

Importing products but making sure they're not patented or infringing on copyrights or intellectual property rights. How?

As others have mentioned, this is a complex scenario that touches on many aspects of IP law. As an initial matter, you want to make sure that...

Hi, around how much should it cost us to get a non provisional patent for a small kitchen utensil?

The cost depends on the complexity. Assuming it is a low/medium complexity mechanical invention, the cost will likely be around $6000-9000 for...

What are the average costs to patent a game? Mine is a variation of blackjack.

Preparing a patent application (and assessing whether one is even feasible or appropriate) is a complex endeavor and requires the experience and...