Provisional patent application and research paper.

While it is best to talk with a patent attorney BEFORE you file any kind of patent application; I will answer your question assuming the best...

If a patent was filed for in May 1996 and obtained Nov 1998? It is now Sept 2018. Can I repatent the idea/invention?

The previous answers are good ones. However, if you have some ideas of how this old invention might be improved, then the new invention might be...

Does A Software Patent Protect The Specific Method Or The Idea Behind It?

Patent method claims cover HOW a method performs a given process, not the idea of WHAT a process is. As such, if you find a different process for...

Regarding resell of a modified product. Isn't there a rule stating "you bought it you own it" therefore you can resell it.

The previous answer brings up a very good point about trademarks. However, if you buy the product at retail, you generally cannot be sued for...

If a game developer awards a patent of the game to the people that created the game, can they create content for the game?

As the previous answers already recommended, it appears that you are in need of a lawyers legal advice, not just guidance as that what the law...

THE NAME ON MY PATENT APPLICATION SHOULD IT?

You can use any descriptive title you want. The title of the invention may not exceed 500 characters in length and must be as short and specific as...

The previous answers were quite good. On other aspect of assigning the invention to you company from the beginning is that you might want to list...

Is this employment agreement too far reaching?

Washington state has limits on what an employer can require regarding invention assignment obligations in an employment agreement. You would...

What is the best way to find a reputable patent attorney, and how much should I expect to pay?

Avvo is great tool to search for patent attorneys in your area. Often a local patent attorney is best as it allows you to meet in-person to discuss...

The software patent is basically the key algorithm used in an actual product and services.

Your worry about being too abstract is a valid concern. If this is a critical algorithm for your software product, I would work with a...