Legal Question in Intellectual Property in New York

The type of protection depends on the product and the application of the product. Without additional information, I cannot comment further.

Patrick Tracy

Any attorney will say more information is needed. Usually new product ideas are the subject matter of patents. This is a complex area of law requiring a patent attorney. Consult with an attorney in your area for specifics.

Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D. - Mr. Franchise

Franchise Attorney

One of the ways to protect your inventive concept, particularly if you intend to pitch your idea to companies, is to file for provisional application for patent registration with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

You should consult an experienced Intellectual Property Attorney to draft and file your patent application.

COMMENTS MADE HEREIN ARE NEITHER LEGAL OPINION NOR DO THEY ESTABLISH AN ATTORNEY-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP.