Invention/patent question

[Jameson]

If I invent something and start producing it without patenting it can someone come along and patent it and make me stop producing it?

No, I didn't figure out the floating ratchet.

Also if anyone has suggestions for patent lawyers please do share.

[Jameson]

While I'm still intent on talking with a patent attorney just to see if I got something, it's looking more and more that I'll just give my product a special name and try to flood the market with it. Other companies will undoubtedly find a way to copy me or improve my product one way or another. Like I said it's nothing earth shattering. That should get me a good amount of the sales, and a niche in the market. That should result in enough clients beyond just selling them my initial product, to make my company profitable long term.

Which was sort of my intent all along, but if I accidentally invented a product that made me rich along the way it wouldn't be so bad.

Thanks everyone for the responses.

[hitthebricks]

From what my son said, there is a technical problem in IP Law or any law that says I solicited your business. You need to contact him yourself. try larson i p law at dot com. The kid is very smart and know hes stuff and will steer you in the right direction.

Good luck.

I have had a few friend do well and my self with this process.

HTB

[Jameson]

Patent Pending

That is not to say that I'm a patent holder at this point. Only that a patent application has been filed. Still a big gamble.

[LightningBG]

Good to hear you're moving ahead. Best of luck.