The Patent Jungle: The Inventor's Friendly User Guide

A booklet written by a successful inventor who had patents for products in use throughout the world. Learn from someone who’s been there, who tells you… --How to find your pathway in the patent jungle; --How to make sure your invention is patentable (before spending any money); --Where to get free help in filing for your patent; --Why it is important to do a thorough search for products like yours; --About resources available for protecting your patent; --How to keep your patent secret; --How to decide whether to sell or license your patent, or to “do it yourself”; The author also gives you the bad news… --Fewer than half who file for a patent actually receive one; --You’ll have to wait at least three years before you get your patent; --There are “patent trolls” and other bad guys who may do you harm. You stand to make a lot of money with a good product. You may also lose a lot of money. The author gives you pointers on how to “make” it and how to avoid “losing” it.