No. Patents are for structures that do something.

How can I determine if my idea is patentable or not?

You can't research it yourself. But is your "idea" patentable? First, an "idea" is not patentable. What is patentable is a new or improved...

What documents to give to the attorney?

If any document you have has the possibility of involving you in a claim then you must consult counsel. You may not know if you have that...

Hi I have an idea that I would like to patent but I'm really confused on which attorney to go with.

This site, as do many others, provides a telephone conference to discuss patent law, the time and expense likely to be expected.

Can I receive royalties from a book written by my great grandmother?

Did great grandmother have a will? Who were her heirs? When did she write and when did she die? A Copyright property has a term during which the...

The Fair Use statute does not likely apply. Fair Use is for comment, criticism, news et al. But it is not your issue. It is for the owner of the...

My Publisher is marketing a book that identifies me as the author - I did not write the book or even know about it.

Someone wrote the book. A mistake has been made. Are you damaged? See IP Counsel or tell the publisher of the mistake.

When a deceased celebrity's estate has expired, is it legal to create and sell goods with their likeness on it?

The question suggests that something has happened that extinguishes a right held by a celebrity. Perhaps time? You'll need a detailed discussion...

I have a new idea during my current work, and I would like to patent my idea and start a new company. Is there any issue here?

It takes more than an idea to be subject to patent protection. The company may have contractual rights that prevent you next step. See IP Counsel

What can I do, within my power, to get this individual to stop?

There is a cost benefit analysis to be made. What are you loosing by this person's copyright infringement? Any monetary loss? How much are you...