As our parents age and making decisions becomes more difficult, someone becoming a Guardian of their elderly parent rather than continuing as a Power of Attorney may become necessary and the best option to keep your parent(s) safe. But what is Guardianship and what do you need to know about it?
Following is a definition […]

Ideas creative or innovative are of little value unless they are developed, changed into original products or services and commercialized to harvest the benefits of creativity and innovativeness successfully.
If you are starting a new business or already have established one and are going to launch innovative product in the market, then don’t forget to […]

It is said, in philosophical circles at least, that there is no such thing as original thought. Whether or not this is true is up for debate. Although many great inventions come into being year after year following a patent application; there are numerous cases where one inventor has been pipped to the post […]

When you’re sure you have a great idea that can turn into a profitable invention, do you know what steps to take to make sure your idea is a good one? Applying for patent assistance worldwide is a good idea, but there are a few things to do beforehand. You’ll need to research your idea, […]

If you’re of the creative type, it’s quite likely you’ve made something you’d like to protect from others. Whether it’s the creation of a novel, a new fabric softener or you’re trying to launch a new business that will have its own unique brand, hiring an attorney to help may be in order. Since copyright, […]

In this dog-eat-dog world a businessperson can’t be too careful. It’s hard to tell who is trustworthy and who isn’t. For an inventor, getting a patent on an idea can mean the difference between finding good investors that will help launch a company or a design or running into a hornets’ nest of people who […]

Creating a new product, a new machine or launching a business with its own distinct lines is a crapshoot. It’s hard to tell what ideas will take off and sell and which ones won’t. But the odds in an inventor or businessperson’s favor can be greatly reduced if their products and/or ideas aren’t protected. This […]

For those who cannot afford to dish out thousands of dollars for a patent lawyer, do it yourself patents can be a great alternative. Do it yourself patents can be done if you are up to the challenge. It is not impossible although the biggest drawback on do it yourself patents is that you are […]

Some may think that brilliant men like Thomas Edison and Nicolai Tesla are rare these days but I know better. As a matter of fact I have a friend who is a certifiable genius inventor, inventing things like an engine that runs on tap water and a device that increases gas mileage by nearly 40%. […]