How to PROTECT Your IDEAS Without Lots of MONEY!

[@wedabneys6870]

Can I protect my idea/app by writing down exactly what the app is about and putting it in a sealed envelope and mailing it to myself?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Arthur Dabney No, sorry bro: “The practice of sending a copy of your own work to yourself is sometimes called a ‘poor man’s copyright.’ There is no provision in the copyright law regarding any such type of protection, and it is not a substitute for registration.”

[@wedabneys6870]

Ok thanks.

[@marshalcraft]

***** but in determining where ip came from it matters. just because an individual has a copyright or patent isnt everything. if their is evidence that they aren't in fact the original source and didn't have a valid contract to the ip from the source then he would have a case based of the quality of his evidence to original rights to ip. Perhaps with a lot of fighting in court but still.

[@youtuberocks8397]

Hey, the real reason is no because its free they can't rob you!

[@BIOGODANIC]

the only way it might work if you don't open the letter when you receive it and get the letter registered as evidence of date time and signed and then have another copy of the letter of the idea as a reference to show it has not been messed around with, then by some justice of the Peace signing that stat declaration.

[@faithstephens7065]

You are the first person that has given me a straight answer to put me on the right road instead of sending me in on a ghost hunt thank you so much

[@EvanCarmichael]

You're welcome, much love. 😊💛 #Believe - Feb

[@tams.114]

what reassurance do we have that the patent lawyer won't take the idea and give it a contact? Thx

[@EvanCarmichael]

Their credibility #BTA453

[@beachboardfan9544]

Soo no reassurance at all...

[@ricanteja]

Do your research on whoever you choose to trust. Read testimonials, public record of people they have worked with who have had their ideas patented. Maybe even try to get in contact with some of their previous clients to learn how the whole thing went. If this is important to you, you will do your due diligence.

[@IAMGROOT4EVA]

Have the lawyer sign a non disclosure and get it notarized. Always have something in writing just in case. You can never be too sure...

[@shucksful]

@@IAMGROOT4EVA ....Exactly. Get it in writing!

[@sistiff3719]

I like how you talk smooth...your voice is not annoying nor obnoxious...and spoke in laymen terms..thank you for this info..keep up the good work ..Do not listen to negative words but understand constructive criticism without changing who you are..don't be like anyone else but you.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for the love and support :) #BTA1132 Luka

[@Efiloy]

wow, old video. very simple and to the point. not flashy yet so helpful. really love this. thank you

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad it was helpful!💕

[@farrahboulden7773]

Hi how do you? Make sure that once your idea is patent, that is documented in the Court as well as an archive for something.??

[@dnm25]

Suppose you go with the provisional patent, can you still partner up with a lawyer in that case during that 12 mo period? I am wondering if they would be less interested in partnering up because the process is already rolling. Also what sort of percentages (revenue vs. income vs. ownership of the venture) would you say is reasonable/worth it to give in exchange for your typical legal service? Thanks!

[@tatekristopher9492]

i guess Im asking randomly but does someone know of a way to log back into an instagram account? I was dumb forgot my password. I would love any tricks you can give me!

[@jacquelinevanbierk]

Thank you for sharing this!!!! Question, if it's pending is my idea safe?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Hey Jacqueline, thank you for your question. The best way to reach Evan directly for Q&A is on one of his live streams. The next one is on next Thursday at 12:30pm EST, here is the link to it: kzbin.infovideos?view=2&live_view=502&view_as=subscriber&shelf_id=13&sort=dd Much love! #BelieveNation #BTA939 Luka

[@FloridaDude1969]

Thanks Evan for offering good, solid advice without a scheme to make money. So frustrating to have 99% of the info out there on the web free and all you really need is someone to tie it all together for you. Instead they all want to offer you some package to make money for their time.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for the appreciation and for watching Michael. :) #Believe #BTA548 Shine

[@YavedHoffman]

Very insightful information, thank you. I'm in the process of creating my own business. I'm a 22 year old entrepreneur with visionary ideas and the biggest impediment is protecting my ideas. I'll look into the provisional patent. Honestly though, the way you speak and your experience puts me more at ease when it comes to bigger companies.

[@Steampunkaneer]

I agree you do put people a ease when they might be really nervous and it seems over-whelming. My question because it is mostly art based - do I already have a basic copyright because I made it?

[@zacktalal8702]

HI Evan I'm inventor from Somalia i loooove ur Videos it's Simple and clear and direct . much thanks

[@EvanCarmichael]

Glad to know that you love the videos and you are learning from them Zack. :) All the best to you! Much love. #BelieveNation #BTA305 Shine

[@InventionTherapy]

What are the advantages to a patent over just going straight to building and marketing your product?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Patent protects you in case someone takes your idea and goes and does it themselves #BTA383

[@LyndaE79]

@Evan Charmichael; I'm not sure I follow the 2nd option you gave at minute 4:24. Would you elaborate a bit more in layman's terms?! Thanks.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Hey Lynda, thank you for your question. The best way to reach Evan directly for Q&A is on one of his live streams. The next one is on next Thursday at 12:30pm EST, here is the link to it: kzbin.infovideos?view=2&live_view=502&view_as=subscriber&shelf_id=13&sort=dd Much love! #BelieveNation #BTA968 Luka

[@MattMaginley]

Great insight. The product was originally going to be promoted to lawyers, but I think we missed this solution.

[@1stPrinciples455]

Dear Evan would you consider doing a video on Utility Model or Patenting a Process /Method? Thanks

[@ToyotaGuy1971]

Is a person required to prove that their invention actually does what they say it will do, before they can get a patent?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you very much for your question and it would be great if you could post it under the comments of this video #7 Ways - What Topic Should I Cover Next? kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYnKlINtbt2lhLM so Evan might be able to answer it doing a #7Ways video for it or in another video especially if more people will vote or like your question or you could ask it to Evan live on his next Live Stream on November 2 - Thursday at 11:00am EST: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaO1fYh_hsZgatk and hopefully it will be answered by him. Much love. #Believe :) #BTA653 Shine

[@ToyotaGuy1971]

okay, thanks. I'll consider doing that. Have a wonderful day.

[@gonzooznog8986]

Yes, Contructive reduction to practice & Actual reduction to practice. Get book on Patent it Yourself By David Pressman - nolo press

[@muganzoentertainment5329]

Thank you for this info. Do you have recommendations on how to contact large companies for pitches? Are you familiar with requesting or pitching a business idea for licensing? Such a huge fan, -Melissa

[@EvanCarmichael]

Hey, thank you for your question. The best way to reach Evan directly for Q&A is on one of his live streams. The next one is on next Thursday at 11am EST, here is the link to it: kzbin.infovideos?view=2&live_view=502&view_as=subscriber&shelf_id=13&sort=dd Much love! #BelieveNation #BTA896 Luka

[@jhonmulim6891]

Thank you for the answer Evan!!

[@crashsitetube]

at 2:40 did you say, "heart rate applicable here" and if so, what does that have to do with partnering with a lawyer? In your wrap up, at 4:49 did you say, "bl?p, that's my pitch"?

[@EvanCarmichael]

At 2:40 he said - "partner up with a lawyer" and at 4:49 he said - "Believe. That's my tips." He was sick when he recorded it so it may sound different. :) Thanks for asking and for watching. #BTA390 Shine

[@troygreen4377]

What to stop a lawyer from stealing your idea if you have no protection on your idea?

[@vod0921]

Great info. Thanks! The partnering up in my case is an excellent suggestion. I DO have a question but I’ don’t think I put it here. Can you share where I send it? Thanks much!!!👍

[@EvanCarmichael]

Evan has Instagram lives every workday, you can ask there @evancarmichael :) #BTA1403 Veljko

[@Wetheuntitled]

I have an idea and I’ve been working on it for some time and it’s come to the point where I’ve been thinking of making a patent but I have no idea anything about what or how to attain a patent. I’m not sure where to go and then what to get and what to fill out. Just saying I’m only 18 and it’s just me working on this project.

[@EvanCarmichael]

I hope that our content is helpful to you. :) #BTA1119 Luka

[@tsnstt]

You’ll thank me later at 4:20 #1. Patent yourself will cost $1000, 2. One year provisional patent $100, 3. Get lawyer which will cost $5k to $10k, 4. Partner with a lawyer to save money and to use their contacts. GREAT VID MY FRIEND!

[@EvanCarmichael]

:) #BTA1338 Veljko

[@tsnstt]

Evan Carmichael not sure I understand that hashtag?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Evan made a video where he explained what is #BTA more thoroughly: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKS8aZWjibqJhpo Much love :) #BTA1338 Veljko

[@mohakmalhotra85]

HI Evan! PLEASE suggest me what to do in my situation. So, i have a multi-million dollar idea.. i discussed it with my closed ones whom i can trust, and they think the same too. my idea is a service. i am in high school (11th grade) and there is no may i could pay attorney fee of $15k. i want to get an international patent. what do you recommend doing? thanks in advance!

[@EvanCarmichael]

+mohak malhotra You can do a provisional patent for way less which gives you a year to go out and make some money on it. #BTA46

[@pcno2832]

How about filing a PPA, getting it approved, then, in the next year, looking for a lawyer or promotion firm with whom to partner on a contingency basis. The upside is that you have some recourse if they say "no thanks", then try to steal the idea. The downside is that if you botch the PPA, it might doom your chances of ever getting a patent that's worth anything.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for sharing with us and thanks for watching. :) #BelieveNation #BTA709 Luka

[@InventionTherapy]

How much does an average patent cost?

[@fernandogarza4115]

hello .. i have a question if i have already my idea on paper and have mailed it to myself i wanna to do a PPA but if i do that can i go ahead and start trying to sell it to companies before that year is up either i will have consumers interested and buying would i still have to patten after the year wether i have buyers for it or not ? or can i lease the idea to them and collect royalties

[@fliskography9378]

can you do a video on how to collaborate with products (businesses) to pitch an idea? I have an idea for a 'boxing'.

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Fliskography Great question - if you join one of the live thursday sessions I'd love to dig deeper here #BTA140

[@fliskography9378]

Awesome, will do, thank you!

[@ffy3683]

Hi Evan, If you have no patent and see your idea in a Chinese catalogue is there any way to stop it been sold? i.e. customs intervention or prior art rights that can be enforced? What if the factory do not have anything filed, can you still file any sort of design right/patent protection?

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Fergal Furey Unfortunately, no #BTA134

[@awolff3381]

I have an invention but I haven't made a prototype there are several ways to do what I'm trying to do I probably will do a trial and error to see which works the best way but my question is if I patent my idea and somebody comes along and builds essentially the same thing only using a different method can I be protected? will I be protected and is there any way to essentially patent the idea so that another company can't make something that does the same thing only uses a different method thanks so much your video is great

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you very much for your question and it would be great if you could post it under the comments of this video #7 Ways - What Topic Should I Cover Next? kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYnKlINtbt2lhLM so Evan might be able to answer it doing a #7Ways video for it or in another video especially if more people will vote or like your question. Much love. #Believe :) #BTA541 Shine

[@robertdees2442]

My idea will definitely make money & save lives.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Good luck Robert. 💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@БожидарИскренов-о2т]

can I patent a certain banking idea? this is a very technical idea thats why im asking...if i register it as a private bank with its services being connected through a certain way, would this be allowed?

[@LURKLORD92]

Could you reiterate the pros and cons of the "provisional patent"?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Best bet to reach out to Evan and ask him your question directly would be on one of his Instagram live streams. He does Instagram Lives every workday @evancarmichael :) #BTA1219 Luka

[@charlesrosaly]

Okay so I would love to do a provisional patent but where do I start? Do you have any place that spelled it out for me? Thank you good video by the way!

[@EvanCarmichael]

I don't think we have another video on provisional patents but hopefully this video started you down the right path :)

[@johnathangayden4055]

I have drawn out my idea on paper and specified the differences and also the advantages of my product. Will the provisional patent give me any protection until I get it officially patented?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for reaching out, Jakub. Evan is doing the premieres on KZbin every night at 8pm EST so that would be best way to reach out to him directly. Much love! #BelieveNation #BTA1059 Luka

[@La_abbess]

Evan, what if the piece is an art piece, but you want to also file a design patent. Would there be a need to copyright the piece, or does it fall under design patent.

[@dominiquiedoe5756]

If i get a patented lawyer for my idea. When is the correct safe time to disclosed my idea. Im just paranoid of stolen inventions.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for reaching out. Evan is doing the premieres on KZbin every night at 8pm EST so that would be the best way to reach out to him directly. Much love! #BelieveNation #BTA1115 Luka

[@arrowstheorem1881]

Can you specifically tell us what are the risks or failures or losses that can be expected if we write our own patent?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you very much for your question and it would be great if you could post it under the comments of this video #7 Ways - What Topic Should I Cover Next? kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYnKlINtbt2lhLM so Evan might be able to answer it doing a #7Ways video for it or in another video especially if more people will vote or like your question. Much love. #Believe :) #BTA631 Shine

[@Atol1000]

I hear that some Canadian universities offer partnering help to their alumni. The concept is similar to partnering with a law firm. I have not investigated this option since I do not belong to alumni.

[@esang78]

Thank you for the information. If I partner up with an investor. What percentage of share will be fare?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for your question for Evan. He gets a lot of messages but there are 2 ways to get a personal answer: 1. Ask him live on his IG @evancarmichael. He goes live almost every day. Turn your notifications on and be the first one in with your question. 2. Ask him live on his new gaming channel. He goes live weekdays at 6 pm EST if he’s not traveling. Here’s the link to join for Free: kzbin.info/door/Suj8LsxPAJ8DKXSBlG92UQ See you there! ❤😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@santosh345]

Thank you for sharing .1 - is it necessary, you have to be self employed in order to get into this procedure ? or can i patent while i am employed at the company. 2 - what about patent service in other country like asia ? or they co related to one or do we have to patent international only?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Hey Santosh, thank you for your question. The best way to reach Evan directly for Q&A is on one of his live streams. The next one is on next Thursday at 12:30pm EST, here is the link to it: kzbin.infovideos?view=2&live_view=502&view_as=subscriber&shelf_id=13&sort=dd Much love! #BelieveNation #BTA983 Luka

[@arlanalowe9265]

Im starting my art business but what's the first step with legal documents like the LLC do I have to get my artwork copyrighted or anything

[@EvanCarmichael]

Best bet to reach out to Evan and ask him your question directly would be on one of his Instagram live streams. He does Instagram Lives every workday @evancarmichael #Believe :) #BTA1660 Veljko

[@rzlb5]

Evan Carmichael, if you don't mind can you tell us how much is the percentage that give to the lawyer or without going into details you could even say what is the percentage range that is appropriate for us to part ways when we are doing JV with the lawyer firms ?

[@EvanCarmichael]

all over the place but as a general range I'd say 1-20% depending on the size of the opportunity #BTA545

[@rzlb5]

So it is not more then 20%. Thank You Evan for the reply, I do appreciate it.

[@Mrfatparakeet1]

Will a provisional patent protect me within that years period? An idea would be to crowd fund with a kicker campaign to gain some money. Doing that however would potentially spark some ingenuity for people to steal the product. Will the provisional protect me within the proof of concept phase?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Best bet to reach out to Evan and ask him your question directly would be on one of his Instagram live streams. He does Instagram Lives every workday @evancarmichael :) #BTA1362 Veljko

[@farrahboulden7773]

Can you copyright or patent a business,??And if so, how did you go about doing this? And is there a cheaper way of doing so thank you for your advice out of time.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for reaching out. Evan is doing the premieres on KZbin every night at 8pm EST so that would be the best way to reach out to him directly. Much love! #BelieveNation #BTA1067 Luka

[@mtblood1]

Hey man, thanks for the info. How do patent attorneys actually make their money? How can we prevent them from over charging us and to make sure they do the work even when we bring this issue to their attention? Thanks.

[@EvanCarmichael]

+mtblood1 Most lawyer work on a retainer with an hourly rate. Before deciding on who to go with make sure you check their references and get an estimate as to how much it'll cost. Good luck :) #BTA99

[@emeaplug]

Q: Evan does the lawyer with the partnership make continual residuals funding or limited to contract or billable hours?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Hey, thank you for your question. The best way to reach Evan directly for Q&A is on one of his live streams. The next one is on next Thursday at 12:30pm EST, here is the link to it: kzbin.infovideos?view=2&live_view=502&view_as=subscriber&shelf_id=13&sort=dd Much love! #BelieveNation #BTA923 Luka

[@SatansShockTroop]

okay so, if I were to use a crowdfunding type deal to get funds for like a prototype or what not, can they just steal the idea itself if I explain the device and show a sketch or whatnot?

[@EvanCarmichael]

+ShockTroop potentially yes - it's whoever files first. #BTA93

[@Beforewearecancelled]

So hypothetically: if I have a provisional patent and I am taking my idea to market but someone else copies my idea in the meanwhile. Am I protected/ able to sue the copycats in the given situation?

[@EvanCarmichael]

yes, for 1 year #BTA390

[@johnmcconnell2020]

With a provisional could you then approach say shark tank and try to get them to buy your idea?

[@EvanCarmichael]

+John mcconnell sharks don't buy ideas - they want to invest in a company #BTA117

[@Heracleanos]

Thank you for the video!!! I have been up for hours and it's already 4am but your video helped me and has steered me towards the right way!!!! Thanks again!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Larry Lybrook Glad I could help Larry - good luck! :)

[@fernandogarza4115]

i just seen your video sword of answered my question so with the PPA these companies cant touch my idea or anything about my idea for a year correct? this idea was GOD sent after being in an accident at work on the the waterfront so it's a safety product that needs to be out ASAP

[@1brathwaiteenterisellc39]

What about Invent Help Inc? I need this product develop and presented to a manufacturer for sell. This not a good idea?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for your question for Evan. He gets a lot of DMs but the best way to get a personal answer is to ask him live on his new gaming channel. He goes live weekdays at 6pm EST if he’s not travelling. Here’s the link to join for Free: kzbin.info/door/Suj8LsxPAJ8DKXSBlG92UQ 💛😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@dejunjames2326]

I enjoyed your video. I have a product that I need to get patented but I do not have the resources at this time. I would like to find some investors that could fund my patent and in return I could offer them 1-5% of my profit. What would be the best way find investors?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Hello De Jun James , I just want to let you know that Evan and Rishy of RishyCupTV have answered your question on BIZ Q&A + LOL Episode #48. You can check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZmzY2CcaMRrea8 Thank you very much for sending your question. All the best to you! Have a wonderful day. Much love. :) #BelieveNation #BTA307 Shine

[@cvhb4075]

Hey I’m 36 years old man I got 3 kids and I’m working with patent USA from Miami florida I put down 900$ to start patent my idea and they are whiling to work with they really believe in my idea but now I’m stuck because I have to come up with about 17000$ to get full patent and events do you think it’s a good idea to work with this company and how can I come up with the money to get it fully complete I’m stuck

[@barbfineman4861]

How do I find a patent attorney that will partner with me on a really needed invention that no one has done yet?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Hello Barb, I just want to let you know that Evan and Rishy of RishyCupTV have answered your question on BIZ Q&A + LOL Episode #51. You can check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5DLeKd8nc1lZ8U Thank you very much for sending your question. All the best to you! Have a wonderful day. Much love. :) #BelieveNation #BTA311 Shine

[@carashayalexis5791]

Hi Evan. Your videos are very resourceful. I am learning alot. Question: can you patent an idea (more like a program)?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Perhaps this video would help to answer your question Carashay: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2jShmhrd8isb8k #BTA304 Shine

[@EvanCarmichael]

Hello Carashay, I just want to let you know that Evan and Rishy of RishyCupTV have answered your question on BIZ Q&A + LOL Episode #50. You can check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/infVeYZmYtKJpMk Thank you very much for sending your question. All the best to you! Have a wonderful day. Much love. :) #BelieveNation #BTA308 Shine

[@TheSpiffingSangheili]

I have an idea for a video game mechanic and I think it's an amazing idea, I would like to know if I could patent it ? -thanks.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing. You should check out these videos, I'm sure they'll be helpful to you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqe2pWymgc-lm9U & kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqSTp2COYt10gpo & kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHuchJKNrrmbpZo - Good luck and much love. :) #Believe #BTA1033 Luka

[@sfbluestar]

Hi Evan: Do inventors try to acquire patent from many countries/markets for the same invention?

[@EvanCarmichael]

+sfbluestar they can if they see the business opportunity #BTA1

[@piyush0516]

how to patent a idea for online site....means the site which we are developing.... no one can work on that kind of website in future...... so how could we do that....... nd is it possible to do that........... thanx in advance....

[@EvanCarmichael]

Evan is focused on making a bigger impact through creating videos so more people can learn but if you have any question, you could catch Evan via KZbin live streaming and ask him question via live chat - the next "Entrepreneur AMA - Ask Evan Anything" - February 15th - Thursday at 11:00am EST: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2Gok5uvg9Gqbc0 Thank you very much for the love and support. Much love. #Believe :) #BTA774 Luka

[@crc528]

HI EVAN! I AM NOW YOUR #1 FAN:) Appreciated the wisdom...so my idea (humble opinion) will take off like Starbucks.. I WAS SO EXCITED ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY TO START A THRIVING BUSINESS.... Curious of feedback and advice, not even thinking of someone using my idea.. I unfortunately shared the vision with a few people.Their eyes lit up like Christmas Trees:) They agreed the business would be extremely successful and the product is very much in demand. WOULD YOU RECOMMEND OBTAINING THE COMPLETE PATENT BEFORE HIRING A PATENT ATTORNEY? I'm really worried now! PS. are we related?? Lol... Chantal Carmichael

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for the support, much appreciated. 😊❤️ #Believe - Feb

[@tenzingdhashoen]

Evan Carmichael, i already have an idea and have already done a drawing of the product in detail and written a page of the product's purpose, how and why its better than a similar kind of product out in the market and how its going to make life much simpler. Quite a number of patent firms and license firms have been contacting me. but how do i know which one should i choose to go with? i dont want to get robbed in the process by the big firms. any suggestions on which are the few of the trustworthy companies out there? thank you

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Tenzing Dhashoen I'd go through someone you trust. Your lawyer, accountant, friends... get a referral in. #BTA80

[@charleshazlett6014]

Question, how can someone know before applying for a patent, if it already exists, even though one may not be able to google it? Thank you

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for reaching out. Evan is doing the premieres on KZbin every night at 8pm EST so that would be the best way to reach out to him directly. Much love! #BelieveNation #BTA1097 Luka

[@eshandas4787]

should we start a business without patenting the name and the logo? i want to start my own youtube channel and a business/blogging website so should i register my logo first?

[@EvanCarmichael]

You can't patent a name or a logo. If you want to protect it you can, but I'd focus first on creating something that builds momentum first. #BTA433

[@superlatoso142]

quick question if per say you partner up with a lawyer and he does all the patent and you have shown what the product is can he go and patent himself as the inventor

[@lemababi3]

Hi, I'm an undergrad, and I'm trying to get my product line started, I like the idea of partnering up with a lawyer. But I have a low income job and I want to get started, what can I do with little to no capital? I'm going to look into an angel investor, but at the same time how do I conjour up some agreements and then pay them out whenever I do win?

[@EvanCarmichael]

+lemababi3 It has nothing to do with your low income job. It comes from connecting with people and letting them see your passion and the opportunity. #BTA121

[@owenthomas2914]

its maddening that its so expencieve and needlessly complicated to patent, and that even with a good patent it's so expensive to defend your IP, basically saying that invention is a game only for those with existing capitol.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. #BTA1199 Luka

[@younewsedapp2897]

Hi Evan, thank you so much I am big fan of yours. You made me believe and be believe nation!!! Q1. What % should be offered to attorney for patent, corp, legal forms etc? Q2. Please recommend attorney in SFO area or how to find or what to yelp? Q3. What % to first second third employees? Q4. What should be offered to the person investing first 100k when there is only website and apps no users?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for reaching out, Jakub. Evan is doing the premieres on KZbin every night at 8pm EST so that would be best way to reach out to him directly. Much love! #BelieveNation #BTA1057 Luka

[@jonspencer4767]

Would you advise going through an invention company?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Best bet to reach out to Evan and ask him your question directly would be on one of his Instagram live streams. He does Instagram Lives every workday @evancarmichael #Believe :) #BTA1640 Veljko

[@jonspencer4767]

@@EvanCarmichael thank you so much

[@MatthewMullinxxz57]

what do you recomend getting a lawer or an intern who is breaking in to this patten filing, If you got quoted a price of 20 to 30 grand doing all parts of the patten filing

[@EvanCarmichael]

Here's the thing - if they make a mistake, then your huge idea can easily be stolen. Companies don't want to pay you for your idea. They just want it and if they can find a loophole in your patent so they don't have to pay you, they will. You need someone to close the loopholes. #BTA163

[@Brian-tg7iw]

Can you patent an idea without being close to selling your product.

[@howtogaintime739]

Yes

[@ramirodelgado6128]

Ive develop and design my on prototype i just need to know what's my next step who should i go to or what . and by the way i been keeping records of when i started and stuff like that

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for sharing iwth us. I hope that the video was helpful to you. Lots of videos on our channel which could be helpful :) Good luck and always #Believe :) #BTA859 Luka

[@pujank16]

Does provisional patent mean protected in every country for a year?

[@tmobilesucks3090]

Pujan Khadka No, there are international patents too. That's one of the things scam artists do, and then import it to the U.S..

[@HungarianHacker]

Do you know of any patent lawyers in the central Florida area? Big firms that may partner up with the right product? Thank you

[@EvanCarmichael]

Best bet to reach out to Evan and ask him your question directly would be on one of his Instagram live streams. He does Instagram Lives every workday @evancarmichael :) #BTA1211 Luka

[@jumpropestairs6129]

good job thanks. I like what you said about the connections the layer makes.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for the appreciation and for watching roba. :) #Believe #BTA470 Shine

[@mr.aszureperry2896]

so I made some robots that smoke weed and I allowed someone to craft they own because I was too busy to make him more but at the same time people are telling him to patent my idea. happy I found this video

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for watching. All the best! #BTA562 Shine

[@sarahdeecreates]

Dear Evan, your videos are great. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge here. I wonder if you have any suggestions please on where to find lawyers willing to partner with clients. How does one get such lawyerrs interested? Also what are the steps and process involved?

[@EvanCarmichael]

It's just really about timing. The more you connect with them and the more you keep in touch the better your chances are. #BTA264

[@povang4474]

hey evan, does it matter who and what patent lawyer or lawyer firm you choose? I am currently looking for one and I am trying to find the best one i can find so that way i can get the best patent possible to help protect my invention.

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Po Vang Like in any industry, the best people are the best for a reason :) #BTA54

[@MusingsOAM]

Can I make the design open source to protect from patent infringement lawsuits (don't care about others stealing it).

[@EvanCarmichael]

I don't have an answer to that :) #BTA1289 Luka

[@troygreen4377]

The book patent on it yourself is good as well..

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for sharing! 😊 #Believe - Feb

[@CarlosGarcia-kz1nq]

Evan, question, how can i be sured that if u partner up with a lawyer they won't take my idea and leave me out of the equation?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Here are some videos that I hope will be of help to you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqe2pWymgc-lm9U / kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHaUg5uklLygiJY & kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3vVn4WcgtWdgq8 Thanks for watching! :) #BTA283 Shine

[@yolandacarcamo8218]

I created some very unique and unusual vases. I went to 5 stores in San Clemente, CA to ask potential shop owners if they would consider placing my vases in their establishments for my marketing research. One of the shops the, the sales personnel gave me a card with the sales personnel's email on the back. When I forwarded the email I noticed that the sales individual did not give me a card with the shop owner's email, which she said it was on the card. I sent the power point presentation of my vases. I called the next day to speak with her to get the owner's email and the owner answered and brushed me off. Well, there I saw what was going on. So asked her about seeing her the next day as planned and she said she had someone who did those type of vases, which I know is untrue. There are definitely no vases made the way I made them. I have been working on the design for over 2 years. No patent. But, I contacted a patent attorney today. He wants to speak with me and wants me to bring him some of the vases. He's not charging me as well for the consultation. I listened to your video and I'm hoping we could do an attorney sponsored type deal. Thanks for your input. Didn't know an attorney would do that...Thanks! yolanda-TidePool Vases

[@EvanCarmichael]

Sorry to hear about that experience Yolanda but for sure you'll get what you deserve because you worked hard for it. Always #Believe in yourself. All the best to you! :) #BTA346 Shine

[@therabidpancake1]

I have sevral ideas that I would like to patent but I am not sure how to go about it.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Just start! #Believe :) #BTA1180 Luka

[@geoob2]

thanks buddy- really informative and simple,

[@EvanCarmichael]

+Gio Bahena Thank you. #BTA62 Nina

[@TMiMO]

I hope you see this. Any lawyer or firm that you know and recommend.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Evan seldom recommends anyone as sometimes it depends where you are and it is advisable that due diligence is done before hiring a lawyer and if you are interested you could catch Evan live by following him/believeteam on Twitch: www.twitch.tv/believeteam He is usually live every Friday at 9:15AM EST so you can ask business questions there via live chat. All the best to you! Always #Believe! :) #BTA389 Shine

[@hopelovebreathe]

Good Video Even, Great content, you explain it well. Nice honest answers. I would add "You must believe that you are smart enough and plenty capable of figuring it out on your own if you need to go that route" Just make the time to take the time and everything will be just fine! Keep up the good work. Cheers!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for adding your thoughts. :) Glad you liked the video, thanks for watching! #BTA237 Shine

[@ethanthesken6200]

Can you talk to a patent attorney and have them steal your idea before you can patent it?

[@luxdolphin-care6586]

Always remember before discussing your idea, have EVERYONE..I MEAN EVERYONE TO SIGN A NON DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT!! You can download it off line for free. Hope this helps!!

[@miss.phyllisreneefoster9547]

thank you thank you thank you so much your such a smart man i wouldnt of never thought of this you gave me some great idea's i wish, i had a friend like you thats smart im not a real smart person but i do have some idea's, i would like to protect for myself, but i thank you, so much for this wonderful information teaching, you be well, and have your self a nice day.

[@DNA2477]

The one thing I never understood or figured out is why in the world does it cost around $50,000.00 to complete and get a professional patent? I mean it is mainly professional paper work and not hard manual labor! And mainly, what if you are just plain and simply poor and dont have the money to start out new as an inventor? It just seems like a rediculous amount of money to file and protect your idea or trademark.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Daniel A It is a lot and combines filing fees and legal fees. But you can start with a provisional patent before going for a full patent. That gives you a year to try to make money from your idea.

[@DNA2477]

+Evan Carmichael Do you have to have a patent for a recipe or type of food you have an idea about to protect it or are they different than products? Or in other words, are both items and foods the same?

[@gemminijets59]

also can you please make a more in depth video on how to get a patent and more about the process

[@martyhafermann938]

Thanks for the information, Mr. Carmichael👍

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thanks for watching Marty #Believe :) #BTA1589 Veljko

[@ramirodelgado6128]

Do u think i should go to a big company and show them my idea and my model ive made ?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Check our channel for more videos, a lot of them covered that subject :) #BTA860 Luka

[@alichaychi2842]

Tnx for your information , do you know how can we (iranians) patent our idea internationaly?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Best bet to reach out to Evan and ask him your question directly would be on one of his Instagram live streams. He does Instagram Lives every workday @evancarmichael #Believe :) #BTA1602 Veljko

[@AskMeStartUp]

you can file a patent at any national patent office. Just ask your patent attorney to file a PCT form and define the countries you would like to seek patent protection

[@alichaychi2842]

@@AskMeStartUp thanx

[@AskMeStartUp]

ali chaychi you are welcome. Got a video on patents up if you like

[@Crowntrout]

Hello, I have an idea for a product that I know would be successful, I see what would be "knock off versions" of this product once it is actually out there. The "knock offs" I see all the time on Kickstarter,Indiegogo and other crowdfunding platforms. I'm currently in college so I do not have the capital to patent this product, But I know for sure this could be successful. I'm just looking for advice on what to do without putting my idea out there without a patent as of yet. Is there a way I can just "sell my idea".

[@EvanCarmichael]

Perhaps these videos will be helpful to you; kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYDacqKCqdKjiq8 & kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYDacqKCqdKjiq8 Thank you very much for your question and for any other question, it would be great if you could post it under the comments of this video #7 Ways - What Topic Should I Cover Next? kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYnKlINtbt2lhLM so Evan might be able to answer it doing a #7Ways video for it or in another video especially if more people will vote or like your question. Much love. #Believe :) #BTA624 Shine

[@tmobilesucks3090]

Evan Carmichael Next topic might be how not to kick my lawyer in his knee when he steals my idea.

[@Exasia2010]

Evan.. I had a question.. Can i trust companies that claim to help patent with my ideal.

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for reaching out. Evan is doing the premieres on KZbin every night at 8pm EST so that would be the best way to reach out to him directly. Much love! #BelieveNation #BTA1124 Luka

[@healthmann]

What’s the affordable option for Canadians?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Thank you for your question. Evan is doing the premieres on KZbin every night at 8pm EST so that's the best way to reach out to Evan directly. Much love! #BelieveNation #BTA1030 Luka

[@Nnico232]

The music is so disturbing thanks for the advice!!

[@EvanCarmichael]

Sorry about that Nicoleta. Thanks for watching. ❤😊 #Believe - Dondon

[@ab.6033]

Is there any online way to share my idea to Google or any big company

[@EvanCarmichael]

Best bet to reach out to Evan and ask him your question directly would be on one of his Instagram live streams. He does Instagram Lives every workday @evancarmichael #Believe :) #BTA1567 Veljko

[@yuosef4642]

Hi Evan, I wanted to ask you if someone out of the states is able to hire a lawyer from the states to help them getting the job done?

[@EvanCarmichael]

Best bet to reach out to Evan and ask him your question directly would be on one of his Instagram live streams. He does Instagram Lives every workday @evancarmichael #Believe :) #BTA1582 Veljko

[@mynameismatt2010]

If I do the patent myself now, a few years from now can I hire a lawyer to rewrite it to be better?

[@EvanCarmichael]

+mynameismatt2010 No but if you make improvements to your product then you can have a lawyer help you with a second patent. #BTA60

[@thewayofthemasseuse2697]

Update?