Re: get a patent or deal with the manufacturer?
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Posted by M. Arthur Auslander on June 14, 1999 at 11:27:22:
In Reply to: get a patent or deal with the manufacturer? posted by Khoa Tran on June 14, 1999 at 09:58:25:
: I have an idea that invloves the modification of an : existing product to increase it's performance by : many folds. It is low cost and the company currently : does not have such a feature on it's product. But, as : a young inventor, I have no clue on how to start. I'm : very tempted to call the manufacturer and have a chat : with them but I'm afraid they'd scam me. I'd like to : get a patent ...but can I can get once since it is : not really a product & just a component? Plus I know : patents are very expensive since I'm on a student : budget. what's the best way to approach the company : to sell my idea. I have a functioning prototype and : everything just waiting for the right time to act. It is if the utmost importance that the invention be kept secret or if divulged, that there be a confidnetial disclosure. It tough but can be done. My email is sick right now. Fax or call. I focus on giving service and saving money without cutting corners. I will not charge for the preliminary call. I usually suggest a "Reality Check". M. Arthur Auslander ELAINE's Workshop: Early Legal Advice Is Not Expensive (sm) Auslander & Thomas-Intellectual Property Law Since 1909 505 Eighth Avenue, New York, NY 10018 212-594-6900, fax 212-244-0028, aus@auslander.com
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