I want to create a “new” invention by combining two existing products. Can I do that if the existing items are protected by patents?
This is a legal question and we are not attorneys so we cannot give you an answer. You may have a great idea and there may be a way to do it, but you will need to consult with a patent attorney or patent agent to know for sure. Many patent attorneys and patent agents will give you your first visit free in order to determine if your idea is patentable. Just call their office and ask the person who answers if that is the policy before scheduling your appointment. My husband works for a large company that made him sign a contract saying that anything he invents while he works for them belongs to them. He has invented something that has absolutely nothing to do with his work. Can we file for a patent listing me as the inventor instead of him? We are not attorneys but we believe the answer is a resounding NO! That would be fraud on the patent office. Please check with an attorney to be sure. It is our understanding that the patent must list the actual inventor/inventors.
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