What are the requirements of the Claim section of a Patent?

Yes, this is the typical claim language for a design patent. In a design patent, the drawing speaks for itself! You are only allowed 1 claim in a...

How do i ensure i can patent/protect my idea without copying someone else's?

As my colleagues have pointed out, you have two separate questions here: 1) Is my idea patentable given that there are already some products out...

What should I do next? Do I reach out to a patent attorney first and if so, what is the best way to find one?

You should consult a Patent Attorney! It is up to you whether you work with local counsel or not. I deal with clients all over the country and...

You've filed a provisional patent application, there is no such thing as a provisional patent (meaning it provides no rights to the inventor). That...

How do I remove unauthorized copy of my patented product from amazon.com ?

You should hire a Patent Attorney if you feel the product infringes on the claims of your patent. At least an initial infringement analysis is...

No, you cannot. You must actually have an application submitted to the USPTO to say you are "patent pending". This does include a provisional...

Is it necessary to do a patent ability search before I jump into the patent process? How much should I expect to spend?

No, it is not required. Getting a patentability search completed is highly recommended however! Work with a Patent Attorney who is experienced in...

Intellectual property question. I developed a way to that is more effective than others for fertility. Patent?

Yes, it can be patented. If the method by which you are achieving your result has utility, is novel and is non-obvious to persons of ordinary skill...

What is my situation if I want to file a patent for a concept that I had talked about it in public before?

I agree with my collegues. You cannot obtain patent rights for a concept alone. Therefore, it is important for a Patent Attorney to assess just...

The $1 is not the issue. That is commonplace among assignments as my colleagues have pointed out. A bigger issue you bring up is that your boss may...