Saturday, March 9, 2013

How can I determine if my idea has sufficient intellectual property value to be protected?

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al mond


My idea explains an idea of something formed over many Millenium. In its present application it is used erroneously with results that are poor. My idea corrects this wrong conclusion. I don't wish to use a lawyer to find out.


Answer
Copyright basics: You can't copyright an "idea."

You might get a big "congratulation" if you prove the other guy was wrong but you can't copyright it.

Copyright does not protect facts, IDEAS, systems, or methods of operation, although it may protect the way these things are expressed.
http://www.copyright.gov/help/faq/faq-protect.html#what_protect

Note: if you write a book or essay about the idea, then that book or essay can be copyrighted, even when the "idea" can't be copyrighted.

Now since you provide not much detail it's hard to tell if you are simply not using the right words and if you could qualify for some other protection like a patent.

Frequently Asked Questions about Copyright
http://www.copyright.gov/help/faq/

What is the process for getting an idea turned into a product made of plastic?




Stan Good


I have an idea for a product I wish to sell. I am unsure how someone gets their idea made into a tangible item. My idea is basically a plastic storage container that has a novel use. How do you go from an idea written on a piece of paper to a physical plastic storage container?


Answer
first you get a patent on your idea,then you find someone to make it for you.

How can I offer an idea to a company and not have that idea used by the company without compensation?




alreadyinu


I have what I think is a great idea that I think an internet search engine business might find very profitable. What can I do to protect my idea from being used by the business without rewarding me for it. Thanks.


Answer
copyright your idea and get a patent for it if it's an invention

What company should I try to sell my idea to? How do I start to sell my product idea to companies?




Karlie


I have a good idea and want to sell my idea to a company.


Answer
Hi,
I want to advice you that companies sometimes do not buy ideas, unless already patented. If your want to expose your idea to a company you should obtain a Disclosure Agreement. You can get one with your lawyer or a draft at your local library. Make sure to put all the important points that you want to make sure they don't take from you. Some companies could take your idea from you and never pay you for anything. Another good idea is that you make a prototype to show the company during the meeting. This prototype can be either in paper (Like a report with graphs, draws, and all that stuff) or an actual thing that you touch and test.

If you have a product that you want to sell, try http://www.livetheinvention.com to sell it. They are friendly and helpful. Even if you have an small item they sell it for you online. The only requirement is that it needs to be made by you.

I hope this can help you
Thank You and God Bless You!

Good Luck :)



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