Is it difficult to patent and idea?
The patent process is complicated & would likely be worth your while to consult with a patent attorney. That being said, there’s nothing wrong with doing a little homework first. NOLO is a great, free informational site. Also, be sure to read what the USPTO (United States Patent & Trademark Office) has to say about patents. http://www.nolo.com/resource.cfm/catID/0… — NOLO’s Patent Resource Center http://www.uspto.gov/main/patents.htm — USPTO’s Main Patent Page http://www.uspto.gov/web/offices/tac/tmf… — USPTO’s FAQ Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can. Here are some book titles that are relevant: * Patent It Yourself (11th Edition) by David Pressman * Patents and How to Get One : A