| Subject | Date Asked |
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| New Invention | 11/19/2009 |
Q: I have had an idea for some time and have not seen the product anywhere on the market. How can I ...
A: Not knowing if you live in southern/northern Ireland I’ve included the below to help you get a ...
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| Idea | 11/8/2009 |
Q: I recently had an idea and was very excited about it. Unfortunately I feel i may have dived in at ...
A: As to the first part of your question, I would have to read what they wrote to comment on it. I've ...
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| Shoe prototype manufacturer | 11/4/2009 |
Q: Penny, I am looking to obtain a sport shoe prototype. I have 2D drawings and a list of the ...
A: I just had a shoe proto built for a client. It looks so marvelous and it's only a proto. My client ...
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| New Idea for Children's Product | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I have an idea for a children's product. I have been researching the internet endlessly to try and ...
A: Greetings, I haven't heard anything negative about Paul Lapidus owner of New Funtiers. He used to ...
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| sell rights to third party | 10/21/2009 |
Q: I have read your advices on the subject of patents, and I am, myself have a question which is not ...
A: You asked 1-3: 1. I have a question not related to patents, but IPr and shareholding. a) Is your ...
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| Dubai Patent | 10/19/2009 |
Q: I am living in the middle east and have a product I have designed and made a prototype for which I ...
A: You've asked the following numbered questions: 1: I have kept a diary and drawings etc of the ...
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| Davison Invention Company | 10/18/2009 |
Q: I just submitted my invention to Davison. I was a little leery about using a company like this but I ...
A: Your Question is: "What are your thoughts on using services or companies like those provided by ...
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| Seeking angel investment for a business, must the business/company be established first? | 10/9/2009 |
Q: I have a well developed business plan, and wish to start seeking angel investors. I have not yet ...
A: You're now asking questions I would ask a potential Angel. I can but speculate on the following: ...
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| Seeking angel investment for a business, must the business/company be established first? | 10/7/2009 |
Q: I have a well developed business plan, and wish to start seeking angel investors. I have not yet ...
A: 1. First, I would like to say that determining my location simply by IP address is not terribly ...
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| Seeking angel investment for a business, must the business/company be established first? | 10/6/2009 |
Q: I have a well developed business plan, and wish to start seeking angel investors. I have not yet ...
A: Your location appears to be Germany. Other than as an educational focus for me - I am unclear why ...
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| Invention | 10/4/2009 |
Q: I have an invention and I am trying to raise the money to patent it. It is something that already ...
A: You've asked the $64-mill question so many seek an answer for. In round one it's usually limited ...
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| patent funding | 10/3/2009 |
Q: I have a product that I'm excited about. I worked with an invention help company that made big ...
A: Good work on investigating further and finding me! 1. I have a product that I'm excited about. I ...
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| Using an Existing Patent in New Product | 10/1/2009 |
Q: after nearly two years of research and discovery, I think I may be close to creating a workable ...
A: I see you have quite a few issues. Realize, I am not an attorney so what follows is not legal ...
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| Licensing | 9/28/2009 |
Q: What are some of the best ways to contact a company "out of the blue" and get a chance to speak with ...
A: What are some of the best ways to contact a company "out of the blue" and get a chance to speak with ...
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| green energy machine | 9/25/2009 |
Q: I'm Roberto from Italy and I've invented a new generator of electric energy which produces clean ...
A: U wrote: I'm Roberto from Italy and I've invented a new generator of electric energy which produces ...
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| patten pending | 9/22/2009 |
Q: I would like to know if a product has a "patent pending" how do I go about finding out the details ...
A: It depends what type of application was filed by the inventor and/or attorney or agent. Typically ...
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| New product idea | 9/21/2009 |
Q: I have a new product idea for a baby item. This idea would would work on an existing baby product. ...
A: 1. I just made the prototype last week. It was out in the public twice and other than that I used it ...
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| New product idea | 9/20/2009 |
Q: I have a new product idea for a baby item. This idea would would work on an existing baby product. ...
A: I'll answer your Qs below: 1. I have a new product idea for a baby item. This idea would would ...
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| Investor/backer wanted | 9/20/2009 |
Q: I have been inventing all my life and I tried to launch three inventions but the "investors" ...
A: I'm afraid I don't know anyone investing in anything right now. Times are "tight." If you let me ...
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| Invention | 9/19/2009 |
Q: What would it take to get Davison shut down for good without opening under an different name? I ...
A: I can tell you what I have found has worked so far (lastest case a couple weeks ago) to get a ...
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| my invention | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I have been a tile setter for 25 years and i came up with a couple of tools for this trade i know ...
A: I wouldn't worry about "getting ripped off" since you have no money. As to someone "stealing" your ...
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| Invention of New Outdoor and Indoor Games | 9/13/2009 |
Q: My Hobbies are 1. Cricket. I love to watch this Outdoor Game. In my school days, i was playing ...
A: I don't see why those would not work but there again, it depends on what market research ...
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| what to do? | 9/12/2009 |
Q: my idea its a sport shoe.this idea have more to do with fashion than sport. i have already contact ...
A: 1. I planning to do first in NZ a Provisional patent. * OK 2. But i looked in to the idea ...
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| New Idea !! | 9/12/2009 |
Q: I have an idea of a product but I want to know what's the process to get started, i need some advice ...
A: Re samples: some do while other do not. Re protection: In round one a Non Disclosure/Non Compete ...
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| Invention of New Outdoor and Indoor Games | 9/10/2009 |
Q: My Hobbies are 1. Cricket. I love to watch this Outdoor Game. In my school days, i was playing ...
A: Akerkar, What sort of "inputs" are you looking for? What I need is a specific question to ...
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| New Idea !! | 9/10/2009 |
Q: I have an idea of a product but I want to know what's the process to get started, i need some advice ...
A: The process to get started is to not fall into 1-800=# invention company traps as seen on TV. If ...
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| Patentable Product? | 9/8/2009 |
Q: Thirty years ago I was given a fabric rug as a wedding shower gift. I love the rug and have wanted ...
A: You wrote: 1. Thirty years ago I was given a fabric rug as a wedding shower gift. I love the rug ...
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| what to do? | 9/6/2009 |
Q: my idea its a sport shoe.this idea have more to do with fashion than sport. i have already contact ...
A: Why don't you use the New Zealand patent office to write/file an inexpensive "Provisional ...
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| How do I turn my idea into a profitable reality | 9/6/2009 |
Q: I have an idea for an invention that I believe would be very useful to many people. The few people I ...
A: U wrote 1-3: 1. I have an idea for an invention that I believe would be very useful to many ...
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| Should I have money to be successful as an inventor? | 9/3/2009 |
Q: I have come up with many new ideas and products. I have drawn and redrawn things not yet done. Is ...
A: Greetings again, I'm about to be very serious: have you the educational degrees to apply to NASA ...
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| Should I have money to be successful as an inventor? | 9/3/2009 |
Q: I have come up with many new ideas and products. I have drawn and redrawn things not yet done. Is ...
A: You wrote 1-5: 1. I have come up with many new ideas and products. I have drawn and redrawn things ...
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| Chocolate Product | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I am interested in licensing a chocolate product. Would you be able to tell me of a few ...
A: I focus on products as opposed to foods, recipes, etc. However, I did some research for you and ...
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| an idea.....of course:) | 8/29/2009 |
Q: I can state my baby product idea in two words. It is not something that needs a prototype. It ...
A: Understand, there are thousands of types of baby products. Not all producers use the same equipment, ...
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| an idea.....of course:) | 8/28/2009 |
Q: I can state my baby product idea in two words. It is not something that needs a prototype. It ...
A: I can state my baby product idea in two words. It is not something that needs a prototype. It ...
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| licensing a pending patent | 8/27/2009 |
Q: I just submitted my SB16 form for provisional patent pending status. I've developed an energy saving ...
A: Re your questions: 1. I just submitted my SB16 form for provisional patent pending status. I've ...
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| Where do I go from here? | 8/25/2009 |
Q: "Hi Penny, I am a machine and tooling design engineer for my employer. I developed a new product ...
A: Greetings Doran, The answer to your question, is the question (in the last para). You flip that ...
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| Presenting idea to large corporation | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I have an invention/innovation for which I do not wish to pursue manufacture and sales, rather I ...
A: Had you not have been selling it online I would have suggested a Non Disclosure/Non Compete ...
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| new invention | 7/30/2009 |
Q: I talked to davison about my idea and also found the company is paying alot of fines. Davison knows ...
A: Re Davison; In theory they should not if they signed a Non Disclosure. Davison is a company and ...
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| licensing/ sales agreement | 7/26/2009 |
Q: I would like to know if you perform IP Agent services, ie: negotiation of deals/ agreements?( We've ...
A: One key point is that your inflatable is posted all over the web on several sites so if you haven't ...
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| Invention Licensing | 7/23/2009 |
Q: I've developed a water riding product that's been professionally researched by a leading firm (free ...
A: I was trying to say that in total I Spent $1100 for Patent designs, 3D renders and provisional ...
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| Invention Licensing | 7/22/2009 |
Q: I've developed a water riding product that's been professionally researched by a leading firm (free ...
A: You wrote: 1. I've developed a water riding product that's been professionally researched by a ...
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| New product idea | 7/17/2009 |
Q: I have two ( i think) great ideas for new child based products. I have done some research online and ...
A: Great to hear from you! I was just talking to my friend in the UK yesterday. He works at the patent ...
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| invention idea | 7/2/2009 |
Q: i have a couple invention ideas. right now it is just an idea. should i create a prototype first ...
A: You wrote: I have a couple invention ideas. right now it is just an idea. should i create a ...
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| SBA? | 7/1/2009 |
Q: How do I contact the SBA? ANSWER: Hi there, The answer is www.sba.gov Regards, Penny ...
A: Who do I (SPECIFICALLY) contact talk about/tell of an idea to help with the energy crisis? ...
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| Invention Idea | 6/27/2009 |
Q: I just thought of an invention idea and not real sure where to begin ? I feel I have a good ...
A: Avoiding companies with upfront fees, lawsuits filed against them (they lost), tons of complaints ...
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| Packaging Products | 6/26/2009 |
Q: I have been designing and making halloween costumes for the last year. I want to package and ...
A: It reads somewhat along the lines of a Sell-Sheet but on the other hand check out the below web site ...
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| invention | 6/22/2009 |
Q: We recently received literature from Davison companies regarding a new invention. I am happy I have ...
A: We recently received literature from Davison companies regarding a new invention. I am happy I have ...
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| I have an idea for an ad... | 6/22/2009 |
Q: Penny! I have an idea for a sunscreen ad...I have an image(which is my own) and a slogan. Do I ...
A: I have an idea for a sunscreen ad...I have an image(which is my own) and a slogan. Do I contact a ...
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| Also Duped by Davison | 6/18/2009 |
Q: Penny, I too have been duped by Davison and am out $14,000. I have a registered letter written and ...
A: Penny, I too have been duped by Davison and am out $14,000. I have a registered letter written and ...
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| Can I patent what my software invented? | 6/16/2009 |
Q: Say I use an automatic software program to generate possible new configurations of some item like an ...
A: I am not an attorney so anything I write not linked to the patent office as source to support it is ...
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| Words of Wisdom | 6/9/2009 |
Q: I am writing you to ask for some words of wisdom. Bottom line is I spent from 2002 to 2007 ...
A: I am writing you to ask for some words of wisdom. Bottom line is I spent from 2002 to 2007 ...
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| licensing | 6/6/2009 |
Q: I have an invention that will enable online music retailers to add new service to their service ...
A: I have an invention that will enable online music retailers to add new service to their service ...
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| Help! | 6/3/2009 |
Q: I read a paragraph by you about the Davison Inventegration, and wondered if you could help me. I ...
A: Nice to hear from you. So let's see what you have for me: 1. I read a paragraph by you about the ...
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| baby product | 5/31/2009 |
Q: How are you? (noone ever asks that so i thought i would!) Okay, let me introduce myself. I am ...
A: 1. How are you? (noone ever asks that so i thought i would!) a) Excellent point! Ditto the above to ...
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| finding companies for new tools or kitchen | 5/27/2009 |
Q: I have been coming up with ideas for twenty years only to have someone else get the credit for it. I ...
A: Greetings Charles, Great to hear from you! U wrote 1. I have been coming up with ideas for ...
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| Improving a man-made, big company product... | 5/22/2009 |
Q: I'm very new at inventing, but I've got an idea for improving the way a major brand name packages ...
A: You'd have to get legal advice to determine if it is more likely patentable than not. If it meets ...
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| My marinade | 5/18/2009 |
Q: Is is legal to market my marinade even if I use an existing product as a base for my formula? And if ...
A: Speaking as non lawyer: 1. I don’t think the marketing police will come after you. I suspect Right ...
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| patent about to expire | 5/9/2009 |
Q: I recently had an idea and of course thought it was quite original - I searched through the patent ...
A: Realizing I am not a patent attorney so what follow is merely educational and not legal advice: 1. ...
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| Production Funding | 5/6/2009 |
Q: We have a fine new application of a kinetic drive with regenerating electricity for further service. ...
A: I'm not sure I can help you but since the essence of your issue if financial I'll stay focused on ...
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| Bathroom item | 4/26/2009 |
Q: I'm sure you've been of great assistance to many people. I am having an issue with funding as many ...
A: I'm sure you've been of great assistance to many people. a) I do my best. I am having an issue ...
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| new fitness shoe | 4/16/2009 |
Q: I have a patent-pending on a unique fitness/athletic shoe and live close to K-Swiss. My question is ...
A: I have a patent-pending on a unique fitness/athletic shoe and live close to K-Swiss. My question is ...
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| Contest Opinion | 4/16/2009 |
Q: I was intrigued by your answer to someone else's question below because I was searching all night ...
A: Wherever you read that statement it very much applies but then I am biased! The only advice I can ...
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| invention not able to be patented | 4/7/2009 |
Q: I have an idea/invention for a product that does not exist but is so simple in its design that 2 ...
A: It's certainly not the end of the world that something can't be patented. As far as protection is ...
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| New food product | 4/6/2009 |
Q: Miss Ballou, I have a food product that I would like to sell on the open market. What do I need to ...
A: Here are a couple of options, the first one is to go to www.fda.gov go to their menu the first one ...
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| a patents already exists for a similar idea, can i still get mine to market? | 4/4/2009 |
Q: i had an idea for a product with MAJOR MARKETABILITY right NOW. it is a definite NEED that no one is ...
A: Umm! Reads like a dilemma at this point. Several answers are possible of which a couple are below: ...
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| non disclosure agreements | 3/29/2009 |
Q: I am interested in patenting my idea; so I have been researching the patenting process. I am ...
A: Nice to hear from you. Your questions are: 1. I am interested in patenting my idea; so I have been ...
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| creating a prototype | 3/29/2009 |
Q: My sister and I have two great product ideas that we have research and found that they are missing ...
A: Be very cautious about those sponsored links. Enter into Google keywords: Davison Design and ...
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| baby invention | 3/28/2009 |
Q: I have developed an invention for babies and have a provisional patent for it. I believe that there ...
A: Let me see what answers I can muster re your issues: 1. I have developed an invention for babies ...
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| creating a prototype | 3/28/2009 |
Q: My sister and I have two great product ideas that we have research and found that they are missing ...
A: Morning Marcella, I see you have questions for me so let's see what we can do: 1. My sister and ...
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| new use patents | 3/28/2009 |
Q: I am curious about the new use patent. I am a veterinarian and have begun using a product patented ...
A: Morning Lisa, There are three main types of patents in the U.S.: Design Utility Plant For more ...
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| patent | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I see that patent protection tends to expire in 14 years for some of the products in the space that ...
A: Greetings, Fourteen years indicate it was only a Design patent versus the twenty-year Utility ...
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| Sneaker Prototype | 3/22/2009 |
Q: Would you tell me how to get a sneaker that is designed on paper into a prototype? Thank you ...
A: I took an hour-and-a-half researching to help you as best as I could to come up with most of those ...
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| Sneaker Prototype | 3/21/2009 |
Q: Would you tell me how to get a sneaker that is designed on paper into a prototype? Thank you
A: Take a look over the below links -> 1. http://www.chikoshoes.com/FAQs.htm 2. ...
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| patenting a cosmetic formulation? | 3/19/2009 |
Q: I have developed a body lotion at home that has provided great relief for treating my eczema. I ...
A: Regarding your questions, take a read of the following quote from para 6 of the below article: ...
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| Dangerous waters, full of sharks. | 3/19/2009 |
Q: Let me tell you a little about me & what I'm looking for. I'm a 40 year old Chef, 20 years stuck in ...
A: Morning Patrick, U wrote 1: No I don't have a grill that was just a using that as a exsample. I've ...
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| Dangerous waters, full of sharks. | 3/19/2009 |
Q: Let me tell you a little about me & what I'm looking for. I'm a 40 year old Chef, 20 years stuck in ...
A: Greetings, Are you intimating that you've got a barbeque grill you want to license, is this ...
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| product-based product idea | 3/18/2009 |
Q: My invention-idea is essentially a product based on other commercially available products, some of ...
A: Nice to hear from Germany. Know that I am not an attorney and what follows is not legal advice: As ...
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| first thing to do is what! | 3/18/2009 |
Q: I Have Created an idea.. for a product already on the market, some sort of help or update for the ...
A: I can't totally understand your question so I'll try to answer what I think you may be asking: ...
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| licensing a pap | 3/17/2009 |
Q: wow, what a great service this is! I have an application filed that i assume is under review ( i ...
A: 1. wow, what a great service this is! a) You're welcome 2. I have an application filed that i ...
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| Footwear Design | 3/15/2009 |
Q: I'm working on developing a shoe line. Right now I draw my ideas on sketch paper. I add colors and ...
A: It reads to me like you are designer and will be one as a career choice. Therefore, were I in "your ...
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| Patent infringement | 3/15/2009 |
Q: I wrote you another question not long ago. I was hoping you could answer one more. My product ...
A: You wrote: 1. I wrote you another question not long ago. I was hoping you could answer one more. ...
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| FDA approval | 3/15/2009 |
Q: I am trying to create a topical skin care product that would contain an over the counter strength ...
A: The FDA has been kicking up a stink about Lidocaine and patches as I recall. I would suggest going ...
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| Next steps for my invention | 3/14/2009 |
Q: I have made on my own and been using a working product sample of my invention that has less ...
A: Good grief! You send them money and you'll have me to answer to in your nightmares every night from ...
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| Davison | 3/14/2009 |
Q: I believe I have also been scammed by Davison like so many others. Is there any info you can give ...
A: Yikes!!! How many years ago did you pay those fools? I ask because it could be you could file a ...
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| invention to be created | 3/13/2009 |
Q: i have an idea of something i want to invent, basically, i wrote up a description and drew a picture ...
A: You wrote: 1. I thought I had to get it notarized so that I have something with a date and my name ...
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| help! what to do next | 3/12/2009 |
Q: "I am getting very frustrated and confused regarding what to do next. I have a great idea for a new ...
A: Greetings Jim, Not to worry. You definitely DO NOT pay whomever it is asking for so much money as ...
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| invention to be created | 3/11/2009 |
Q: i have an idea of something i want to invent, basically, i wrote up a description and drew a picture ...
A: Let me see if I can give you my viewpoint: 1. I have an idea of something i want to invent, ...
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| new invention | 3/10/2009 |
Q: I have a really great idea for a way to design and use a blanket (not like the snuggle one that just ...
A: 1. I have a really great idea for a way to design and use a blanket (not like the snuggle one that ...
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| Sneaker Prototype | 3/3/2009 |
Q: I am a university student based in Australia who is designing a athletic Sneaker as as my honors ...
A: Below are a few Australian sources to contact to find information and hopefully arrive at answers to ...
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| Licensing agent | 3/3/2009 |
Q: I have a utility patent pending product, prototype, presentation information & trademarked name. I ...
A: Did she advise during patent pending to have them sign a "Non Disclosure/Non Compete Agreement" per ...
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| Licensing agent | 3/2/2009 |
Q: I have a utility patent pending product, prototype, presentation information & trademarked name. I ...
A: Greetings Jo, Yep! It's not so easy licensing bags since it's generally a case of first to market ...
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| how to properly mark a product as patent pending | 2/26/2009 |
Q: i have filed a provisional patent and am approaching manufacturers with drawings,photos,and a home ...
A: In the U.S. there are three major forms of patents filed by inventors (there are others) these ...
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| patent search and steps to take | 2/24/2009 |
Q: If I have done a preliminary search on google but now want to do an extensive search, who would do ...
A: 1. If I have done a preliminary search on google but now want to do an extensive search, who would ...
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| Where do I start? | 2/17/2009 |
Q: I have an idea for a simple product and I don't know if I have to get a patent first or if I can ...
A: U asked: I have an idea for a simple product and I don't know if I have to get a patent first or if ...
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| Food invention | 2/12/2009 |
Q: I have an idea to modify/improve a food product that is currently sold as a breakfast food. My ...
A: U wrote: 1. I have an idea to modify/improve a food product that is currently sold as a breakfast ...
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| Obtaining a patent for a food product. | 2/9/2009 |
Q: A friend of mine makes a garlic dip that is unlike anything on the market right now. Everyone keeps ...
A: A friend of mine makes a garlic dip that is unlike anything on the market right now. Everyone keeps ...
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| Licensing Representation | 2/9/2009 |
Q: After a 22-year distinguished military career, I returned to my hometown to raise my three sons. I ...
A: I'm afraid I don't know a thing about comic strip licensing. My focus is products. However, below ...
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| broke and bad credit | 2/8/2009 |
Q: i have a knack for designing electric guitar bodies....are there guitar companies that are ...
A: 1. I have a knack for designing electric guitar bodies....are there guitar companies that are ...
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| Protection for a Patent Product | 2/8/2009 |
Q: I have a patent pending product.Before I approach a manufacturer what precautions should I take to ...
A: 1. Would you mind suggesting how I go about getting a prototype made on my own(not by approaching a ...
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| Protection for a Patent Product | 2/7/2009 |
Q: I have a patent pending product.Before I approach a manufacturer what precautions should I take to ...
A: I have a patent pending product.Before I approach a manufacturer what precautions should I take to ...
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| need reliable info about how to patent my product | 1/29/2009 |
Q: I have been trying to find a reliable way of going about getting my product on the market. I have ...
A: Let's see if there's anything below I can answer for you as it provides help to other inventors ...
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| Invention from start to finish | 1/29/2009 |
Q: Ballou: Thank you for your time spent answering my questions and concerns. I have an invention ...
A: Morning Pierre Rabinowitz; U wrote 1. I have an invention which could be qualified as a gadget. The ...
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| i have a design of a product not found in the market | 1/28/2009 |
Q: i am a stay at home mom , i made a design of a product , it has a lot of good benefits and i think ...
A: U Wrote: i made a design of a product , it has a lot of good benefits and i think that any ...
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| US Patents Pending | 1/26/2009 |
Q: I am asking on behalf of an inventor, who has about 7 patents pending. During a recent conversation ...
A: Morning! Sorry about the couple of faux pas on my past write-up.....as in using the "deceased" ...
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| US Patents Pending | 1/24/2009 |
Q: I am asking on behalf of an inventor, who has about 7 patents pending. During a recent conversation ...
A: By the way, how did you find this site and me? U Ask: 1. I am asking on behalf of an inventor, who ...
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| searching for patents | 1/23/2009 |
Q: It's difficult for the average "Joe", who's filing a patent application to search for prior art on ...
A: Sorry I missed your question. I would suggest using Google: www.google.com/patents You could try ...
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| New inventions | 1/20/2009 |
Q: I have got a great new invention in the field of kids nutrition. I have done focus group tests and ...
A: How to ensure your final product has the best chance of success, is your Q: Not knowing if it's a ...
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| How safe to tell designer idea? | 1/18/2009 |
Q: I'm in the process of contacting designers to help develop my invention (its electro-mechanical, and ...
A: U ask: ...contacting designers to help develop my invention (its electro-mechanical). They've ...
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| Copywriting/Trademarking A Logo Or Label | 1/16/2009 |
Q: I'm not for sure if the following relates to copywriting or trademarking. Having no experience in ...
A: Certainly you can design anything you want to, the question is, would you sell it in the public? If ...
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| Shoe Design & Manufacturing | 1/4/2009 |
Q: My friend and I are looking at starting a specialty shoe company. I saw your response to another ...
A: I've actually answered this questions (at least tried to) many, many times over the last few years. ...
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| davison | 12/29/2008 |
Q: Just wanted to know if there any good at all with this company and i also have paid my 685.00 and ...
A: Greetings Antoine! If you are asking me for my personal opinion I will give it as follows: You ...
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| invention | 12/23/2008 |
Q: I actually have a packet sitting on my desk here at home right now that im suppose to sign and send ...
A: Morning Elliott, Let me start out by stating, "Phew!" a near miss. Thank goodness for your due ...
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| need help copyright, trademark or copyright | 12/23/2008 |
Q: Okay, I have been searching for a good forum that would help me with my dilemma. I plan on creating ...
A: U WROTE: 1. Thank you for your fast response. I just remembered an important fact. I saw another ...
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| Ripped-off by Davison | 12/16/2008 |
Q: How do you go about getting your money back from this company? I have been taken for $12,000. The ...
A: To be brutally honest, I "just" read a response they sent to one of the inventor complainants ...
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| new product | 12/12/2008 |
Q: I have a new baby product that would GREATLy benefit all mothers and dads and I already have the ...
A: Nice to hear from you. So let's see what you have for me: 1. I have a new baby product that would ...
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| Ripped-off by Davison | 12/3/2008 |
Q: How do you go about getting your money back from this company? I have been taken for $12,000. The ...
A: Sorry to hear about your plight. I've got several inventors in the same position this moment. ...
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| new product idea | 11/30/2008 |
Q: I have an idea for a new product. Although it would be more profitable in the long run to license ...
A: U wrote #1: I have an idea for a new product. Although it would be more profitable in the long run ...
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| Patent pending/online patent | 11/30/2008 |
Q: Penny, First of all, I'd like to say thank you for taking the time to read my concerns/questions ...
A: Good to hear from you and thanks for thanking me (in advance)! I've sliced and diced your issues ...
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| HELP | 11/26/2008 |
Q: Ballou, I have an idea it is more like a marketing concept then an invention. I already have orders ...
A: Your Q is: I have an idea it is more like a marketing concept then an invention. I already have ...
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| New consumer product invention: | 11/24/2008 |
Q: How can I get grant for patent search and patenting? Or, to safely introduce my idea/concept to ...
A: 1. How can I get grant for patent search and patenting? a) They are not available except through ...
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| Markting question. | 11/24/2008 |
Q: I will really appreciate your thoughts for the following- I am a freelance creative ...
A: Let me see what I can do to address your issues and any questions in them: 1. I will really ...
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| The most reliable licensing company | 11/23/2008 |
Q: Please can you tell me which is the most reliable licensing company.
A: Please can you tell me which is the most reliable licensing company. ...
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| The y wont refund my money | 11/20/2008 |
Q: I just got done dealing with davison. They won't refund my money, ($5,600.00) I paid for half of the ...
A: You should connect with me off-line. I can be found in any search engine. I'm helping a lady (not in ...
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| patent pending | 11/20/2008 |
Q: i was wondering if you know what step i would take to find someone to make me a prototype for my ...
A: i was wondering if you know what step i would take to find someone to make me a prototype for my ...
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| Licensing | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I have a new product that I have patented, prototyped and am now starting full scale production. ...
A: Nice to hear from you. So let's see what you have for me: 1. YOU STATED: I have a new product that ...
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| Idea... | 11/12/2008 |
Q: I have an idea for a childrens product that I desperately needed for my child.. I can not find ...
A: YOU ASKED: I have an idea for a childrens product that I desperately needed for my child.. I can not ...
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| School Project | 11/11/2008 |
Q: I am doing a design technology project at school and I was wondering if you could help me. Basically ...
A: Greetings Alex, I can totally see where you're going with thus however, a point you may not have ...
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| shoes..... | 10/28/2008 |
Q: I know you hear this alot "I have an idea", but I have an idea to IMPROVE something in the fashion ...
A: No you don't contact retailers. Retailers buy inventory not finance ideas or inventions. You find ...
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| patent ownership | 10/26/2008 |
Q: Several years ago i was told by my employer he had a product that he wanted to make and was told to ...
A: You wrote: Several years ago i was told by my employer he had a product that he wanted to make and ...
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| fuel for life - for generators to engines | 10/25/2008 |
Q: I have an invention that will benefit military to non military - automotive to aviation engines & to ...
A: You wrote: 1. I have an invention that will benefit military to non military - automotive to ...
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| Cell Phone Function Invention | 10/24/2008 |
Q: For about a year I have had an invention for cell phones. Ironically, sounds funny, but it came to ...
A: Morning Trudy, Good to hear from you. I'll address your issues below: 1. For about a year I have ...
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| Crooks | 10/9/2008 |
Q: I would like to talk to you regarding some products I would like to launch. However seeing invent ...
A: I would like to talk to you regarding some products I would like to launch. However seeing invent ...
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| Design System | 9/29/2008 |
Q: Nowdays there a retailer that has implemented program for the safe disposal of compact fluorescent ...
A: Here you go: INVENTORS CLUB OF BRANTFORD Les Such 73 Palace Street Brantford, Ontario, Canada 'N3T ...
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| in need of a computer engineer | 9/29/2008 |
Q: I need a computer engineer who can design and build a prototype, must be willing to work for a ...
A: Contact Robert Scheinkman (Director)of the Invention Association of St. Louis (314) 432-1291. If ...
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| Design System | 9/28/2008 |
Q: Nowdays there a retailer that has implemented program for the safe disposal of compact fluorescent ...
A: I'm afraid I am not a designer and have no idea what technical specifictions would be required to ...
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| invention-design | 9/28/2008 |
Q: Good Morning! I have a design for a clock unlike any I've seen. I believe it would be a fun and ...
A: My money says you'll likely find the company on www.inventored.org/caution/extreme. If not there ...
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| licensing an invention | 9/25/2008 |
Q: Penny, I am interested licensing a simple piece of consumer electronics. How do I generate al list ...
A: Everyone has a different way they find them and it's usually done under trade secret status as ...
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| Invention/Patent questions? | 9/12/2008 |
Q: I have an idea for an invention, and I know the process is to submit a patent. However, I don't have ...
A: Let's see what you have for me today: 1. I have an idea for an invention, and I know the process ...
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| Pricing, and patenting and licensing | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I have a great idea for a product that is a modification to the GPS services, it can also stand as ...
A: Sorry for the delay. Let me see if I can address some of your issues: 1. There are several GPS ...
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| Reinventing an Idea | 8/23/2008 |
Q: The idea I have already exists but there are a few different styles of this product out there. ...
A: 1. Although this product already exists, my version of the product will have different dimensions, ...
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| Helpful Device that Could Save Lives | 8/22/2008 |
Q: I have a concept for a device that could potentially help million of people alone in the U.S. I ...
A: You wrote: I have a concept for a device that could potentially help million of people alone in the ...
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| New Invention | 8/18/2008 |
Q: A friend has invented a wonderful item but has no money. I have money and have access to people ...
A: Morning, 1. A friend has invented a wonderful item but has no money. I have money and have access ...
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| Product Prototype | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I am have been looking for someone to help manufacture a prototype of shoes that I have already ...
A: I've been thinking about your Q for a couple of days and it occurred to me that you should consider ...
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| Food products | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I have several ideas for new food products. One has been evaluated by a college and found to be ...
A: I'm personally not surprised you got nowhere with Harshaw. Hopefully you weren't stung too badly in ...
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| Patent | 8/8/2008 |
Q: How much do it cost to get a patent?
A: The answer depends on who you go to: 1. PATENT ATTORNEY 2. PATENT AGENT 3. RETIRED PATENT OFFICE ...
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| Food products | 8/8/2008 |
Q: I have several ideas for new food products. One has been evaluated by a college and found to be ...
A: I need to know more information; what makes it "original" and different from any other food in a ...
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| new invention | 8/4/2008 |
Q: I have an idea using natural products to make stocks cubes with no MSG ADDED. How can I start my own ...
A: I am not sure I understand your question. How can you start your own stock cube (what?). If it has ...
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| Patent Ownership | 8/1/2008 |
Q: I had been working for a company for 9 months, during that time. I have a patent idea and the ...
A: 1. I had been working for a company for 9 months, during that time. I have a patent idea and the ...
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| ideas | 7/30/2008 |
Q: My mother has great ideas. Most of her ideas end up appearing on the market a couple of years after ...
A: My first thought was to get a partner with time and some money on his/her hands. Inventing for money ...
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| how to register a new recipie? | 7/18/2008 |
Q: Penny I would like to know what to do to register my recipe( bread recipe),advertise it and how to ...
A: I used to Google to pull up a couple of links for you as I've misplaced my packet of information on ...
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| funding | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I've started the patent process on one of my invention ideas. But, it is quickly becoming costly ...
A: Unfortunately Adam there are no grants for new ideas or inventions UNLESS you have an invention or ...
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| Protecting an Idea while Selling your Idea | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I have a new product concept that I have taken the time to completely outline its functionalities ...
A: It's an urban myth there's an "idea market" in the first place. Not much advice I can give you if ...
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| Protecting an Idea while Selling your Idea | 7/1/2008 |
Q: I have a new product concept that I have taken the time to completely outline its functionalities ...
A: Realizing I am not an attorney or agent, there are minimally two options (assuming you're in the ...
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| shoes | 6/30/2008 |
Q: I have the website up and they provided me with a mailing list. I have mailed and e-mailed until I ...
A: What state is the invention marketing company in that you have "gone with?" What they forgot to ...
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| Shoes | 6/27/2008 |
Q: I would like to start my shoe retail business with my designs. Right now i just draw them out on ...
A: Greetings, It reads to me as though you intend to go into business making and distributing shoes. ...
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| Scammed by Davison | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I have reviewed other mentions about money lost with Davison. Wish I had reviewed this before I ...
A: You would be wasting money going to a lawyer in my personal opinion, unless you've found a ...
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| new product development | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I HAVE A NEW PRODUCT WHICH I HAVE DEVELOPED, NOW 3 YEARS RUNNING. BUT NEED A INVESTOR AND FUNDING ...
A: Since I've no idea what type of product or market category I have no idea what to advise for all I ...
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| fees | 6/16/2008 |
Q: my old company wants me back to finish several projects that I started there which were exciting ...
A: 1. my old company wants me back to finish several projects that I started there which were exciting ...
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| licensing and distribution | 6/9/2008 |
Q: I have a question in reference to how a patent holder, one who does not have the financial resources ...
A: Your Q is relatively easy to answer. There are several ways to identify potential licensees. ...
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| angel investors | 6/3/2008 |
Q: Other than provisional patent or confidential disclosure is there a safe way to seek angel ...
A: Good to hear from you. If all you have is a mental "idea" - you need to develop it into a ...
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| angel investors | 6/3/2008 |
Q: Other than provisional patent or confidential disclosure is there a safe way to seek angel ...
A: Other than (1) provisional patent or (2) confidential disclosure is there a safe way to seek ...
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| Patenting or Not | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I have a concept for dolls making. I will not be making the dolls myself, I am going to contract a ...
A: 1. I have a concept for dolls making. I will not be making the dolls myself, I am going to contract ...
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| Joshua Ashbaugh's request for help with Davison Inventegration | 5/31/2008 |
Q: Just read Joshua Ashbaugh's complaint against Davison Inventegration. Attorneys with the FTC are ...
A: The lawsuit under Appeal by Davison clearly pointed to thousands of victims. Surf Google and you'll ...
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| non disclosure | 5/30/2008 |
Q: I'm a mom inventor. I have a patent and at this time I'm in the process evaluating quotes and sample ...
A: Greetings, What would be more workable would be to acquire a Chinese NDA and have them sign it. If ...
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| Baby Bottle | 5/30/2008 |
Q: I have invented a new baby bottle.I already have the patent for it and between the prototype and ...
A: Holly Moley. Either or for that matter "any" option right now would seem the right way to go to get ...
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| Joshua Ashbaugh's request for help with Davison Inventegration | 5/28/2008 |
Q: Just read Joshua Ashbaugh's complaint against Davison Inventegration. Attorneys with the FTC are ...
A: I already work with FTC attorneys providing whatever they need regarding invention submission ...
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| invention help | 5/27/2008 |
Q: Penny if I wanted to start a nursery of inventions where I and a team of inventors would work on one ...
A: Excellent idea as long as each person adopts different responsibilties to prevent the "too many ...
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| Re: Question | 5/27/2008 |
Q: I have made assumption as to how new product development works for the little guy. I do not know ...
A: Greetings, Any company that asks for money upfront I would be wary of. Some invention marketing ...
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| exercise workout | 5/23/2008 |
Q: I have a workout of stretching and strengthen your body that is good for all levels and ages. Its ...
A: It appears you are lacking a business and a marketing plan so your first stop might be locating your ...
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| Toy invention. Steps to follow | 5/18/2008 |
Q: I have the idea of a design for a plastic toy. It would use probably two types of plastic one harder ...
A: U wrote: 1. I have the idea of a design for a plastic toy. It would use probably two types of ...
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| invention submission | 5/15/2008 |
Q: I am in process of possibly using Davison to submit my idea to companies. I have read a lot of ...
A: I know what my personal opinion is: don't use them; don't call them; don't give money to them; don't ...
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| Continuing ed :) | 5/9/2008 |
Q: Would you entertain entering such an agreement outside of allexperts. I would so like to disclose ...
A: I sign them all the time. If you don't have one I can send you mine. However, you should really only ...
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| New pet idea | 5/9/2008 |
Q: Being a mom and pet owner I realize people will spend just as much raising their pets as their kids! ...
A: ...........so let me see what you have for me: 1. Being a mom and pet owner I realize people will ...
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| my many inventions and ideas.. | 5/2/2008 |
Q: have ALOT of buisness ideas but i am really not that smart and dont know who to bring it to or how ...
A: If you have problem reading as you mention I'd best make what I write real short. Personally ...
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| Shoe invention - how to start the process | 4/25/2008 |
Q: I have an idea for a shoe. I don't know really where to start. I have drawn what I think it should ...
A: Nice to hear from you. Your question comes up a lot in regards to shoes. If you figure out how to ...
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| is marketing idea patentable | 4/19/2008 |
Q: Is it possible to patent an idea of an existing product with same components, but re-organized in a ...
A: Sorry I hit the Reject versus the Accept button so I'll try to post an answer below by modifying the ...
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| New Invention Website - Looking for writers | 4/14/2008 |
Q: We’ve recently started a new invention site (www.loveinventions.com) and are currently looking for ...
A: You really need to contact me offline. I know absolutely nothing about you nor have I heard of you ...
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| is marketing idea patentable | 4/13/2008 |
Q: Is it possible to patent an idea of an existing product with same components, but re-organized in a ...
A: This is a tough question to answer because without seeing and comparing what exists to what you have ...
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| Exercise Invention | 4/10/2008 |
Q: I have been fiddling with a product for a little bit now and honesty feel that its something that ...
A: 1. U wrote: I have been fiddling with a product for a little bit now and honesty feel that its ...
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| Food Type Idea | 4/9/2008 |
Q: Penny- I know you dont have a lot of expertise in this area but I think my question is general in ...
A: It's hard to speculate on whether or not your idea is patentable as I've not seen it and have not ...
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| Not patentable | 4/8/2008 |
Q: I had a patent search done by Sturm and Fix LLP and was sent a letter from Richard Fix stating the ...
A: Greetings again, 1. say for instance that it is not patentable, where do you recommend that I go ...
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| Not patentable | 4/8/2008 |
Q: I had a patent search done by Sturm and Fix LLP and was sent a letter from Richard Fix stating the ...
A: I had a patent search done by Sturm and Fix LLP and was sent a letter from Richard Fix stating the ...
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| Funding for ideas. | 4/3/2008 |
Q: Penny. I have come up with some great ideas that can help in the house maintenance/repair/help. I ...
A: 1. I have come up with some great ideas that can help in the house maintenance/repair/help. I do ...
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| Utility Patent - filing from start to finish | 3/22/2008 |
Q: I am ready to file a Utility Patent. Have done the research of like product. Now, what list of forms ...
A: Are you telling me "you" intend to write and file your own Utility patent application and want a ...
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| design a boot line for plus size women and women with large calfs? | 3/10/2008 |
Q: my name is charisma patterson and i am a plus size woman with large calfs and i have the hardest ...
A: Umm, I can't say I know anything about designing boots, shoes or for that matter anything as I don't ...
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| Invention Convention | 3/7/2008 |
Q: I have to do this Invention Convention for School. I thought of this great idea a sign that has a ...
A: I have to do this Invention Convention for School. I thought of this great idea a sign that has a ...
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| Question for Penny | 3/6/2008 |
Q: Penny...I am almost 29 and am interested in marketing a food product that I have eaten and loved for ...
A: Let me just say right off the bat I have no experience marketing a food product or in the food ...
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| Course of Action | 3/1/2008 |
Q: I am the proverbial little guy with an idea. I (naturally) am sure of the feasibilty, ...
A: From a merely personal viewpoint I wouldn't worry about it. What I would do is minimally determine ...
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| Can you explain your reply for me | 2/29/2008 |
Q: Madame, I'm not sure what you mean by homework question and I would appreciate if you can explain ...
A: Greetings, I do not recall your original question but it occurred to me it was answerable if you ...
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| Course of Action | 2/28/2008 |
Q: I am the proverbial little guy with an idea. I (naturally) am sure of the feasibilty, ...
A: If I am aware that certain laws are currently "not being followed" yet my invention will, then, cure ...
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| Patent Q's | 2/23/2008 |
Q: I have an idea for an invention. Ive checked online and cannot find a similar product. Ive also did ...
A: Greetings Tony, I have an idea for an invention. Ive checked online and cannot find a similar ...
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| Idea Protection | 2/21/2008 |
Q: Will a confidential non-disclosure statement protect my idea enough to present it to various ...
A: Will a confidential non-disclosure statement protect my idea enough to present it to various ...
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| Patentability of my idea | 2/11/2008 |
Q: I have a great idea that solves a huge problem. This idea is very simple and it makes me wonder if ...
A: In terms of costs they are across the board depending what it is. For example, if it has electronic ...
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| Patentability of my idea | 2/11/2008 |
Q: I have a great idea that solves a huge problem. This idea is very simple and it makes me wonder if ...
A: It's too difficult to speculate on whether or not something is patentable especially not knowing ...
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| Help needed | 2/10/2008 |
Q: I have an idea for a computer apparatus for young kids and I do not know where to go from here. What ...
A: It is a toughy! No one wants to give money away on an unproven idea leaving few alternatives. Here ...
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| Brilliant Idea where to go from there | 2/1/2008 |
Q: I have taken a product and altered it. The original product is patent and on the market. The new ...
A: I have taken a product and altered it. The original product is patent and on the market. The new ...
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| licensing agent | 1/30/2008 |
Q: I have a utility patent pending product, prototype, presentation book & trademarked name, I am ...
A: Congratulations! I would be interested in possibly representing your product after I find out more ...
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| designing a product and copy rights | 1/23/2008 |
Q: I have a great idea for a massage chair that would benefit people who have the medical condition I ...
A: Yes all above possible and add to the mix a furniture designer. Minimally you may have to make the ...
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| correction tape | 1/20/2008 |
Q: Ballou, Thank you for taking the time to read this question. I'm not sure if you will be able to ...
A: Here you go Kelsey: BETTE CLAIR MCMURRAY WHO BECAME BETTE CLAIR NESMITH ...
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| product | 1/17/2008 |
Q: I made a clear cover (Craft) for an item, i saw similar items like mine online but not exactly like ...
A: 1. The Q would be, "How Different is Yours"? (no answer required). Does it meet an unmet need not ...
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| Try to sell a patent in Sports market | 1/16/2008 |
Q: Penny, Last year I came up with an idea which is focussed around one particular major league ...
A: 1. Last year I came up with an idea which is focussed around one particular major league baseball ...
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| I have a patented new sports product and I want to sell it!? | 1/4/2008 |
Q: I do not have a whole lot of experience in Manufacturing, Distribution, or Marketing and I am ...
A: I can't answer your first Q as I've no idea (a) what you have and (b) who "those companies" are ...
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| Silverware Sorter | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I have a machine that sorts silverware. see www.silverwaresorter.com for the protoype in action. I ...
A: 1. I have a company that will design the prototype for a percentage to a manufacturing ...
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| getting a licence with sony or microsoft | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I have a invention that would work on both playstation or xbox. I am interested in knowing how to ...
A: My advice would be to have a very strong patent before contacting any of the big names. I think ...
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| invention | 1/2/2008 |
Q: I have an invention idea. I have no idea where to start, if someone has possibly already invented ...
A: If you do not have the skillsets to make it if only a prototype, then you may need to take on-board ...
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| Making something better | 1/2/2008 |
Q: Good Morning, I have an idea on taking a current product and changing it to make it more useful. ...
A: I have an idea on taking a current product and changing it to make it more useful. Where should I ...
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| Steps past the "patent pending" stage | 12/31/2007 |
Q: I just reached patent pending status on a business idea of mine and I'm not sure where to go next! ...
A: 1. I just reached patent pending status on a business idea of mine and I'm not sure where to go ...
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| Is this patentable? | 12/29/2007 |
Q: First, thank you for donating your time to helping people like me. This is a very daunting process ...
A: Greetings Ben! 1. I have an idea for a product which is a culmination of two existing products. ...
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| invention | 12/20/2007 |
Q: my question is with so many websits out there-i really have no clue where to start-i went to ...
A: Going to any company who asks for money upfront is, to me, a sign they don't care what the invention ...
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| Next Step | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I'm currently developing a child's toy and will have a fully functional prototype within the next ...
A: You'll definitely need some form of patent or patent pending when going the licensing route. That ...
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| Next Step | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I'm currently developing a child's toy and will have a fully functional prototype within the next ...
A: There are several answers depending on which route to market you've selected. Are you going ...
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| Recipe Patents | 12/13/2007 |
Q: How does one go about getting a recipe patent?
A: A toughy! There are such patents but they are difficult to acquire. Not being an attorney here are ...
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| how much is a great shoe design worth | 12/8/2007 |
Q: i am patenting an idea of a shoe design i wanted to know how much a great shoe design would be worth ...
A: Frankly I have no idea about shoe pricing. Have you checked Google using different types of keyword ...
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| feasibility study report tips and tips for selling business ideas | 12/1/2007 |
Q: im a writer, civil engineer, journalist, business developer and media consultant. i however intend ...
A: Feasibility studies are not my forte, I suggest you use www.google.com posing questions such as: how ...
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| 400 nm laser pumped by aneutronic fusion -- possible? | 11/28/2007 |
Q: Is it physically-possible to design and build a 400 nm laser that is directly-"pumped" by aneutronic ...
A: You are way out of the fields I've listed as being able to answer Qs in. However, I asked a ...
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| food invention | 11/27/2007 |
Q: I have recently come up with a great idea and it is showing great potential. However I am faced ...
A: I've actually no idea as this is not what I provide advice about. My suggestions are: Locate a ...
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| I do not know what to do with mu idea | 11/26/2007 |
Q: I have two ideas, that I would think could be very mainstream. One has to do with cars and the other ...
A: Unfortunately there are not enough hours in my day to educate in this medium as to all steps that ...
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| I have the idea, how to mass produce it, but what's next? How do I promote it? | 11/25/2007 |
Q: My invention idea is fairly simple and I’m not sure if I even need a patent or if I can patent it. ...
A: Ummm, I'll divide your issues so my answers are clear as to which issue each address: 1. I have ...
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| Where to start? | 11/19/2007 |
Q: I have an idea to manufacture a product, although it is simple, it's functional for a niche market ...
A: 1. I'd like to make a prototype, but I'm not sure how to create it, without it looking too ...
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| I need an inventor | 11/19/2007 |
Q: I have a couple of ideas but don't know how to find an investor and get it off the ground. One of ...
A: Although I would like to be more educated, I have two bachelor degrees, one in accounting and the ...
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| I need an inventor | 11/15/2007 |
Q: I have a couple of ideas but don't know how to find an investor and get it off the ground. One of ...
A: Let's start with basics in regards acquiring investor: what have you readied (other than mental ...
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| Sell or License a patent. | 11/13/2007 |
Q: I have been granted a u.s. patent and have had interest and contact from several large international ...
A: Most agent would answer that, "If I told you I'd have to kill you." You've got two types of animals ...
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| using existing products to create a new product | 11/9/2007 |
Q: Our new product is made by modifying and then combining two completely unrelated store-bought ...
A: More likely than not you can do that however, if a component(s) is patented that's in their product ...
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| idea | 10/28/2007 |
Q: i have a great new idea for cell phone advancement that im sure will blow up but i dont know how to ...
A: I have some experience in this area as I've recently worked on a project to license an advanced ...
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| Printer Ink from Old Tyres | 10/24/2007 |
Q: I am interested in the above invention, but the problem is I am having difficulties on geting ...
A: Do you not know how to use Google to search? I went to Google entering, "printer ink from old ...
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| chemical entrepreneur presentation | 10/19/2007 |
Q: i need to create a new revolutionary product(something new or an improvement of a product currently ...
A: Your Q doesn't indicate whether it qualifies for a US or other patent and market/business studies ...
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| Pricing for new product | 10/19/2007 |
Q: I have a new patent pending item that will be sold to convenience stores, gift shops, etc. A ...
A: Whatever the market will bare sounds like a common deal to me. What's his strategy on buying the ...
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| selling | 10/13/2007 |
Q: And what kind of doc signing will I keep off from thanks
A: 1. any advice on selling your patent or lisencing? * Know more about any companies or persons you ...
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| Protecting an idea | 10/13/2007 |
Q: I have a niche idea for an invention that will need to be molded of some type of plastic foam, like ...
A: Questions: 1. I don't quite see how you could send a registered letter through the mail without ...
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| design | 10/12/2007 |
Q: The time should be like 2-3mins.I think maybe to use either autocard,3d-4,flash.Any good cheap ...
A: http://www.21citizen.org.uk/c Does an application for a UK patent give worldwide protection from ...
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| design | 10/12/2007 |
Q: The time should be like 2-3mins.I think maybe to use either autocard,3d-4,flash.Any good cheap ...
A: I cannot refer you to someone at this point. My suggestion would be to check with local web ...
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| Protecting an idea | 10/11/2007 |
Q: I have a niche idea for an invention that will need to be molded of some type of plastic foam, like ...
A: 1. I have a niche idea for an invention that will need to be molded of some type of plastic foam, ...
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| provisional | 10/11/2007 |
Q: Mail a copy of one’s proposed application explaining what one intends to do to the Security Section ...
A: In your former responce you advised me to first check with UK security issues about filing in a ...
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| design | 10/11/2007 |
Q: The time should be like 2-3mins.I think maybe to use either autocard,3d-4,flash.Any good cheap ...
A: I am not sure I fully understand yourAre you asking how to find someone who can create a two to ...
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| provi | 10/11/2007 |
Q: And I will like to get a provisional patent on the same invention from America and am planning on ...
A: 1. Hi am still having little problems like I have now been given patent pending with number which I ...
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| provisional | 10/8/2007 |
Q: I will like to use legalzoom to file for provisional patent but am hearing a lot about them anyway ...
A: Greetings! Let me see if I can answer your Qs realising I am not an attorney: 1. I will like to ...
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| patent | 10/8/2007 |
Q: My agent the other day told me that this number is for my filing for patent number and offered to ...
A: 1. My agent the other day told me that this number is for my filing for patent number and offered to ...
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| using a lawyer? | 10/5/2007 |
Q: I was told by a patent attorney that is was not a good idea to use any online services to patent an ...
A: I agree with the attorney and I'll tell you why: It's based on the principle "what goes in, comes ...
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| Prototype | 10/3/2007 |
Q: My name is Madelyn I live in Raleigh NC. I have a strong passion to design boots. I have several ...
A: As to a prototype, always a good idea. You'll need a designer unless you know how to use 3-D CAD. ...
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| shoe design | 10/3/2007 |
Q: i have a great shoe design. i have all the info in my head, the only problem is how to get started. ...
A: Reads to me like you need all of the above, PLUS. As to a prototype, always a good idea. It could ...
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| Help Me | 9/25/2007 |
Q: My question is Involved. My story is i redesiged a already existing product in the market of ...
A: 1. My story is i redesiged a already existing product in the market of cigarette recepticles. My ...
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| Provisional Patents | 9/20/2007 |
Q: I would first like to say you guys do a great job. My questions is... If you have a provisional ...
A: 1. If you have a provisional patent filed, is it a good idea to get a signed NDA with manufacturers, ...
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| shoe manufacturer | 9/19/2007 |
Q: How do you find someone that makes shoes? I want to take my shoes to stores to see interest and ...
A: The optimum phrase being "in the US". That's the rub. See if any of these shoe manufacturers make ...
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| Baby Line | 9/12/2007 |
Q: I have a great idea for a baby line. I don't know how to get my ideas up and running and who I ...
A: Below are a few basics but there is much I’ve not included in the below which is merely a summary. ...
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| Website business idea | 9/10/2007 |
Q: I have a pretty solid website idea. Maybe not the next google, but something in those lines. There ...
A: Here are my thoughts: 1. Create something along the lines of story board using sheets of paper or ...
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| Who can help me take my electronic idea from "works in my mind" to "works in the real world" | 9/2/2007 |
Q: I have an idea for a simple electronic device (simple compared to other electronic devices i.e. ...
A: Sorry I hit the Reject Q by mistake if you get a message it was rejected. I'll see what I can do to ...
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| Selling or licensing my rights to a U.S. patent | 8/24/2007 |
Q: I have a U.S. design patent issued in 1995. I also have prototypes prepared and good evidence of ...
A: A Design patent could be tough to do anything with unless it is a product sought in fields such as ...
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| concept/idea | 8/21/2007 |
Q: I have recently come up with an idea/concept that i believe could be very successful. I couldn't ...
A: Sorry I do not, the problem is not understanding what yo have. What our its benefits (this way you ...
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| I'm Patent Pending, now what? | 8/21/2007 |
Q: Let me open by saying that I have read your responses to others questions and value your opinion. ...
A: Hey there, Not a great idea to post your email address here but you can find mine all over the web. ...
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| I'm Patent Pending, now what? | 8/20/2007 |
Q: Let me open by saying that I have read your responses to others questions and value your opinion. ...
A: Greetings! 1. I sought the services of a firm to help me market my idea and find an attorney to ...
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| selling patent | 8/14/2007 |
Q: Is there a list or a certain firm that can help me sell my patent pending idea. ANSWER: There is no ...
A: One point to remember, you do not have a patent yet (only in pending status) so you might think ...
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| selling patent | 8/14/2007 |
Q: Is there a list or a certain firm that can help me sell my patent pending idea. ANSWER: There is no ...
A: Okay Jeffrey, There are many websites hosting patents/offering them for sale or license but ...
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| selling patent | 8/13/2007 |
Q: Is there a list or a certain firm that can help me sell my patent pending idea. ANSWER: There is no ...
A: Greetings, Are you seeking "investors" to self-venture it or are you seeking a licensing partner ...
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| selling patent | 8/13/2007 |
Q: Is there a list or a certain firm that can help me sell my patent pending idea.
A: There is no "list" that I'm aware of besides which, it would depend on what category your invention ...
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| 8 years and no bytes | 8/10/2007 |
Q: PENNY!! We used to e-mail all the time on the inventors N/G Kinda lost track of ya. Anyway ... I ...
A: Not really sure which Thomas you are but greetings anyway. Are you implying Davison Design ripped ...
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| New Invention | 8/8/2007 |
Q: Hey Penny, This is Liz again. I emailed you about a medical product the other day. Thanks for your ...
A: Maybe you should create a Resume with the idea of seeking a position at an existing company looking ...
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| have patent pending | 8/6/2007 |
Q: i came up with an idea for an electronic cable assembly and i filed for patent pending. everything ...
A: 1. i am a lost wannabe inventor. i came up with an idea for an electronic cable assembly and i ...
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| New Invention | 8/3/2007 |
Q: I have a new invention and it is in the medical field. I had a past invention go to market, but ...
A: The medical field is a “hot” one if one has something that is potentially patentable. The first step ...
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| nz inventor | 8/2/2007 |
Q: I live in New zealand and have found it hard to have my invention manufactured here. I call it a ...
A: I've put together some links for you to investigate which I hope turn out to be very helpful for ...
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| make a box | 7/30/2007 |
Q: I am a dental technician and I need tooth shaped boxes to promote and send my cases to my clients, ...
A: Below are a couple of links to what you might be seeking. If they don't work, you need to find an ...
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| Have had 1 invention and now another | 7/30/2007 |
Q: I am an inventor at heart and I am only 28 years old and have been selling since I was 3 years old . ...
A: Chin up Liz! You've got your car back and can fully take back the driver's seat. Hence the ...
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| New product | 7/25/2007 |
Q: I have come up with a new pet idea. I am trying to find a manufacturer to make the product. I have ...
A: 1. I am actually trying to get a prototype made and then I would like to mass produce these items. ...
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| how to market my food product that is so goood... it's a Yugoslavian dish | 7/25/2007 |
Q: .. Can you tell me how I can get started to trademark my Yugoslavian food dish. My mom has been ...
A: 1. Can you tell me how I can get started to trademark my Yugoslavian food dish. * There are three ...
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| licensing | 7/24/2007 |
Q: Follow-up question to a previous answer. When you submit a product idea to a licensing agency (ie. ...
A: Greetings Linda, At this early point in the process you need to have the invention evaluated to ...
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| New product | 7/24/2007 |
Q: I have come up with a new pet idea. I am trying to find a manufacturer to make the product. I have ...
A: 1. I have come up with a new pet idea. I am trying to find a manufacturer to make the product. I ...
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| how to | 7/18/2007 |
Q: I have an invention that was thought up by myself and its a whole line of electronics that havent ...
A: Far be it from say you're wasting your time but - you're wasting your time. Step one is determine ...
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| Invention Idea | 7/15/2007 |
Q: I am a hardworking, single mom with a GREAT idea that I know can help others. I just spent the ...
A: 1. I came up with an idea that will benefit not only breast cancer survivors, but many, many ...
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| Inventions | 7/15/2007 |
Q: Are there reliable sources on the Web for advice/help in developing an idea/invention. There are ...
A: I will contact the company's R and R department and see if they are interested. *Whoa! No!!!!!! ...
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| new concept licensing vs. patents | 7/14/2007 |
Q: I have a new idea and am interested in marketing this idea to a toy manufacturer. What are your ...
A: 1. You won't be able to directly connect with one these days (the big boys) as they use commissioned ...
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| Inventions | 7/10/2007 |
Q: Are there reliable sources on the Web for advice/help in developing an idea/invention. There are ...
A: Greetings, 1. I have an idea which I think uses existing proprietary software. I do not have the ...
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| Inventions | 7/10/2007 |
Q: Are there reliable sources on the Web for advice/help in developing an idea/invention. There are ...
A: They all claim to be "reliable" BUT if they charge "any" fee upfront irrespective of whether they ...
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| Fabric use | 7/9/2007 |
Q: I am using peel and stick fabric on my product. Do I need to get permission from the manufacturer ...
A: Let me start by stating sorry for the spelling errors in my previous response. Naughty me for not ...
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| Fabric use | 7/5/2007 |
Q: I am using peel and stick fabric on my product. Do I need to get permission from the manufacturer ...
A: That's a hard question to answer as it has several ramifictions depending on how you acquired the ...
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| New Product with Prototype | 7/3/2007 |
Q: Is there anyplace to advertise a new product to find out if there might be a company that would be ...
A: 1. Is there anyplace to advertise a new product to find out if there might be a company that would ...
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| A new type of shoe - Where do I start | 6/28/2007 |
Q: I am so new at this and an idea has been in my head that is burning to get out. I am wondering if ...
A: It's rare I get two posters in a row with the same question. A fashion shoe eh? Find a trade ...
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| Do you have to state the origin of manufacture? | 6/27/2007 |
Q: I have a product for the lighter accessory market that's about ready to launch. I'm wondering, ...
A: You've got me on that one. Nafta (were you exporting say to Canada or Mexico) may have rules about ...
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| shoe prototype | 6/26/2007 |
Q: . i would like to know how to get a shoe prototype made and also what kind of start up cost would i ...
A: 1. What type of shoe are we talking about? Running Shoe? Men/Ladies leather shoe? Walking shoe? ...
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| Finally! A User Friendly Grass Trimmer! | 6/17/2007 |
Q: Penny,This is most likely the most difficult problem that I ever attempted to solve. Ever since the ...
A: Penny, still looking after two years for a manufacturere that wants the 'edge' over their ...
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| New Invention | 6/14/2007 |
Q: I invented a new computer mouse function. This developement was a result of a common complaint from ...
A: Greetings Steve! Ummm, fair shake eh? There are no 'fair' shakes in business, you know that. It's ...
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| How can I introduce a new recipe to fast food chains? | 6/12/2007 |
Q: I have a secret family recipe that will take over every breakfast menu on the fast food menu boards. ...
A: They've disclosed their submission rules and these companies are firm. Unless you know someone in ...
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| Licensing in Canada | 6/10/2007 |
Q: I own a business and I'm looking to expand. I'm exploring the option of selling licenses instead of ...
A: Ummmmm, step one would be to tell me licensing category for me to work out what/which laws would ...
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| "Novel" invention | 6/5/2007 |
Q: I'm wondering what is considered a "novel" idea/invention. I have an idea that is a tweek/variation ...
A: As to Novelty take a look over how the patent office defines it: ...
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| licensing vs. franchise | 6/1/2007 |
Q: I started my cobbler(as in peach cobbler) business 17 years ago. I really would like to expand but I ...
A: It could mean all of the above. However, unless your name is the name of your Peach Cobbler ("PC"), ...
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| ideas | 5/23/2007 |
Q: i have maney ideas and inventions its too important and ihave not money too protect it what the ...
A: The issue here is, if you wish to become an entrepreneur/inventor then you should learn how to ...
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| Ideas | 5/16/2007 |
Q: I occasionally think of new ideas and love to expand them. One idea does not have a patent, how do I ...
A: Firstly, one would share "new ideas" online with anyone. Secondly, ideas alone are worthless ...
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| invention contests/competitions | 5/14/2007 |
Q: Can you tell me if there is a list of annual competitions for new inventions (not for kids or ...
A: 1. Give me your invention category and I'll see what my database pulls up. 2. My viewpoint re ...
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| new idea | 5/12/2007 |
Q: I have an original idea in the area of cosmetics/hair. I have done some research and found nothing ...
A: I just answered that question for someone else. Listed below are some suggestions. If you contact me ...
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| Invention Idea | 5/12/2007 |
Q: I contacted Davison for consultation but after reading customer reviews on the company, I am a bit ...
A: 1. I am at the beginning stages of my research and have not paid or signed anything to Davison yet ...
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| Patent Pending Shower Fixture | 5/3/2007 |
Q: We have a provisional patent on a shower fixture and are interested in bringing it to market. We've ...
A: Just a quick tip: The Home Depot will be holding an Open to Buy day for new products June 28th in ...
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| Patent Pending Shower Fixture | 5/3/2007 |
Q: We have a provisional patent on a shower fixture and are interested in bringing it to market. We've ...
A: 1. We have a provisional patent on a shower fixture and are interested in bringing it to market. ...
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| help for the newbie | 5/1/2007 |
Q: I have several ideas that I think will be great inventions. I have attended several JPMA shows to ...
A: 1. I have several ideas that I think will be great inventions. I have attended several JPMA shows to ...
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| New Cosmetic Product/Packaging | 4/30/2007 |
Q: I have a couple of ideas regarding women's toiletries/cosmetics. They could simply be a packaging ...
A: If you plan to self-venture, you'll need to work up a budget as you research the industry. Start by ...
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| A Question | 4/18/2007 |
Q: Who is the First inventor of computer ? When did he(she)invent? please help me.
A: I did a little bit of Google research for you. Read the below links: ...
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| Improvements on an already existing service | 4/17/2007 |
Q: I have had a business idea to improve an already existing service for cell phone companies. The ...
A: I see you have a follow up"My idea would be more of an added service to cell phone plans as opposed ...
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| Invention | 4/17/2007 |
Q: I am developing a new technology that I don't want stolen, but I want to show it's development to ...
A: You asked: I am developing a new technology that I don't want stolen, but I want to show it's ...
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| Improvements on an already existing service | 4/16/2007 |
Q: I have had a business idea to improve an already existing service for cell phone companies. The ...
A: If I'm understanding you correctly you have "an idea to improve a service." I don't get it's "man ...
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| new innvention help | 4/15/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if there is a local company (Toronto, Ont) that can hear my concept and help with ...
A: Greetings, Not sure but I know who can help you. He works with or is part of a registered ...
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| grants for new invention | 4/13/2007 |
Q: i have an idea for a new invention/business. i am out of for work, recently separated, and need to ...
A: I'm afraid grants are few and far between and are mostly designated for non profits. There are ...
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| Help needed for student entrepreneur | 4/5/2007 |
Q: Arizona. I go to Pistor MIDDLE school and this year we are working on a project with the Mcguire ...
A: I think the service is a great idea but...it has its inherent safety risks if there are insufficient ...
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| new food product | 3/23/2007 |
Q: What is the next step and what do I do with the idea now? thank you
A: Since I'm not sure the field of invention (cerals, food bars, breads etc), it's possible you should ...
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| Inventions Regarding Software? | 3/20/2007 |
Q: I'm just wondering if the general process is the same, regarding hardware or software inventions? ...
A: I might suggest you pick one concept to start with. Choose one with a huge market, cheap to make, ...
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| Rubber Bands | 3/15/2007 |
Q: Is a rubber band a motor?
A: You ask if a rubber band is a motor? =========================================================== ...
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| Is a rubber band a motor | 3/15/2007 |
Q: I want to invent a sort of pop gun, but noiseless, and I want to know if a rubber band is a motor. ...
A: That would be a tough Q for me to answer without seeing it work. If it accomplishes the job and ...
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| when to get a lawyer | 3/13/2007 |
Q: My sister and I are interested in patenting several ideas. We have conducted research regarding ...
A: “I think” it depends on: 1.Whom one gets answers from 2.What one seeks to accomplish 3.If one ...
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| Scammed by Davison for nearly $10,000.00 | 3/8/2007 |
Q: I was told to contact you by a person you have helped at one time,that had also been scammed by ...
A: Greetings, Actually I have a second one too... just heard yesterday he got most of it but a ...
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| INVENTION | 3/5/2007 |
Q: QUESTION # 1.YES THIS PERSON WAS WITH THIS COMPANY AT THE TIME OF THE WRITTEN CONTRACT.YES THEY WERE ...
A: The Q now becomes, how strong is your evidence against him and/or the company he worked for at that ...
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| New Product | 2/14/2007 |
Q: I have a great product idea similar to the nintendo Wii. How would I go about getting this product ...
A: You've picked an adventurous field. One start is to develop your idea into "an invention" and ...
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| Copyright | 2/6/2007 |
Q: I am architect who recently left a job working for a home builder to open my own business. Does the ...
A: //www.copyright.gov/circs/circ41.html Additionally, if your employer has a policy manual you might ...
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| Wisdom? | 1/19/2007 |
Q: So I submitted my idea already notarized and all and the company that i submitted it to was Davidson ...
A: You asked the following Qs: YOUR INTRO: i have created a new kind of technology or better yet a ...
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| Selling my idea. | 1/8/2007 |
Q: I have a invention idea with some good design but no prototype, i have a company in mind i would ...
A: That's a tough question to answer as it might and might not. It might also require you have a patent ...
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| New Product | 12/8/2006 |
Q: I presented a new product to a small company. They will research, market, produce, package, and sell ...
A: Your Q is what over the table negotiation is all about. It could be percent of the Net or maybe ...
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| i really need help..its killing me... | 11/28/2006 |
Q: im just wondering why coin sorter and counter was built...it might have a system error that cant ...
A: One can only speculate as to why early systems of automated machine sorting and counting were ...
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| Patent idea.. but I'm in Japan. | 11/14/2006 |
Q: Why thanks for your guidance bellow! Here's a bit more to the question and my situation... where ...
A: Note: Just because it has the same result ......if it accomplished it in a different way then it ...
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| Patent idea.. but I'm in Japan. | 11/13/2006 |
Q: I was reading a couple of your answers and they helped me a lot. Thanks! One thing you mentioned ...
A: Greetings! Good Q. What some attorneys/agents do is more likely than not what you noted but after ...
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| Steps to invent a product | 11/6/2006 |
Q: I have another question. My product idea comes from something that occurs naturally in nature, ...
A: My product idea comes from something that occurs naturally in nature, like a piece of wood, for ...
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| Steps to invent a product | 11/6/2006 |
Q: I have an idea for a unique new product. It began when I couldn't find what I wanted so I created it ...
A: You've asked lots of basics Qs which are easily answerable: 1. I have an idea for a unique new ...
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| selling intellectual rights | 11/3/2006 |
Q: i have had several ideas of which i want to sell the intellectual rights to and simply move on but i ...
A: A tough question to answer since it depends on many factors including but not limited to: Market ...
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| Off-Shore Sourcing | 10/31/2006 |
Q: I would be interested in off-shoring. We are based in INDIA and wish to take up projects in the ...
A: It's a bit astray from the area I focus on which is invention/product development. You're more ...
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| Licensing | 10/26/2006 |
Q: I followed you blogs in the past and you avoided answering various questions. Those blogs have ...
A: TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Thanks so much for your libelous statements. I see you are failing to ...
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| Wholesale pricing for sauces | 10/23/2006 |
Q: I have had some success selling a line of sauces and condiments online and at trade shows. I have ...
A: I would recommend you speak with a local or online food broker. This link merely explains the ...
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| How to promote our product to be licensed | 10/11/2006 |
Q: My company invented and manufactures a roofing sealant.Our product's name is registered. We have a ...
A: I'm a bit confused by most of what you've written as I can't decifer if you're saying you are the ...
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| Technology | 9/29/2006 |
Q: Answer - Well I am very much in the development part of it. I am a college student so nothing will ...
A: 1. Well I need to know about the technology to see if my idea is even possible. * Then you either ...
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| Is my invention good | 8/31/2006 |
Q: I think I have a good invention. Can you tell me? It is called CatDod Food. What I do is blend ...
A: Great to hear from you! I'm not sure what you want our opinion about suffice to say that if works ...
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