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For those who cannot afford to dish out thousands of dollars for a patent lawyer, do it yourself patents can be a great alternative. Do it yourself patents can be done if you are up to the challenge. It is not impossible although the biggest drawback on do it yourself patents is that you are not afforded the luxury of having professional advice.

This article is for non-practitioners seeking to familiarize themselves with the basics of patent law. It is Part II of a four part series consisting of an overview of the different types of patents, and patentability requirements. Parts III and IV will follow in biweekly installments, and will address Design Patents, and Plant Patents, respectively.

Are you confused about what a patent is and whether you should get one? This is a primer for beginning inventors that answers your most commonly asked questions. Questions include what is a patent, what is patent pending, what protection does a patent provide, should you keep your invention secret, and more. A must-read for inventors at all experience levels.

Some may think that brilliant men like Thomas Edison and Nicolai Tesla are rare these days but I know better. As a matter of fact I have a friend who is a certifiable genius inventor, inventing things like an engine that runs on tap water and a device that increases gas mileage by nearly 40%.