Although you don’t have to be the first person to invent your product to get a patent, you will still need to keep a record of your invention including the complete range of specs and uses.  Record the process of inventing your product. Write down how you came up with the idea, what inspired you, how long it took, and why you want to make it. List all the things you will need to create it, all the possible parts and materials for your invention. Keep a record of your research showing that you did not encounter any other products on the market that are similar in design to yours and already have a patent. You have to prove that your invention is unique in order to qualify for a patent.  Consider the commercial sales value of your invention. There are fees involved in getting a patent even if you don’t use a patent lawyer. Before committing to these fees, make sure you’ve recorded the commercial value and potential income based on sales of your invention. This way, you will know that the earning potential of your product outweighs the amount you will pay in fees. Create an informal drawing of your invention. You don’t need to have anything fancy created, but having an accurate drawing of your invention may be required to file for your patent. If you are not an artist yourself, consider having an artistic friend or family member create the drawing for you. Although patent attorneys can be very expensive, their help can be invaluable. The main job of a patent attorney is to help get you a patent and to deal with patent infringement.  Patent attorneys can give advice based on the most recent changes in patent law to make sure you are always up-to-date. Should someone infringe on your patent (once you get it), your patent attorney can help you take legal steps to deal with the issue or sue them if necessary. If your invention is classified under the “technology” category, a patent attorney can be especially helpful in making sure similar technological advances are not already underway by other companies or businesses. Technology is one of the fastest-growing areas of development, and one of the most difficult areas to be patented in. A provisional patent application, also called a PPA, shows your invention as being in the process of getting a patent. This means that you will be safe from others copying your idea while your patent application is still being processed.  This step is optional, but can be very helpful in saving you from heartache and frustration should someone get a patent on the same invention as you slightly before you do. You will have to pay a fee ranging from $65-$260 based on the business you work for and the item you wish to patent. Once you have organized all your information on your invention, you can file for a regular patent application, or RPA. These are filed through the USPTO on their website or an office if you are located near one. Simply follow the step-by-step directions provided on the form and provide all necessary information before sending it in.
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