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Q: "How do I prevent someone from stealing my idea? I want to show it to a company next week but it’s not patented yet..."
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Q: "I cannot manufacture my invention myself. Have you any tips on how to approach manufacturers who make similar products, to find out if they can do the job. My invention is made of polystyrene so I thought I would approach manufacturers of polystyrene cups and plates etc. What  do I need to know?  Like many people out there, I  CANNOT afford to patent my invention so, I have decided to mass produce and put my product on the market anyway... HELP!!!!!!!! Any tips would be very much appreciated."
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Q: "I have a great little box that I have designed based on my own personal need. Upon designing this box, I did some market research and realized that there is a great need for this box. I took my idea to one company which stated that it was too specific. Therefore, they could not use my box. (I did sign a confidential agreement). This is a great idea and I don't have the finances to patent it myself. I really need some advice on other avenues. I can have my box mass produced and sell them locally. However, I would lose the rights if a big company comes along and steals it. Could you provide some kind of assistance?"
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Q: "I'm confused between the different types of intellectual property protection. Could you explain my options?"
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