I'm asked this question a lot. I have a great idea. I should patent it, right? After all, it's the first thing we've been conditioned to do when we stumble upon something special - cherish and protect it.Before you decide to invest the money and the heartache (in that order) consider these key questions. The answer is not as obvious as it seems.Do your own patent search first.Surprisingly simple, yet often overlooked-ask yourself "has anyone already thought of this?&rdquo [...]
