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I have an idea of a new way to use an existing product. How can I, or can I copyright or protect my idea. The design would be different and I don’t believe anyone is using this existing product in this way.

A patent protects how something works or, in the case of a design patent, how something looks. For a device to be protected by a utility patent, the device must have utility or some usefulness. A copyright protects works of art. You may be able to get a patent that adds features or builds on somebody else’s idea, so long as what you have added is patentable. It would be best if you would contact our office at 941-331-4343 to discuss the issue and specific facts of your situation. This is just a general summary based on the limited facts your provided. It would be best if you discussed the issue with a registered patent attorney. Please be advised that I do not know the details of any particular situation you may have, and am just discussing the general state of the law.
Nothing in this response is meant as legal advice and should not be taken as such and no legal opinions or advice have been expressed. Unless otherwise noted, no attorney-client relationship exists between any attorney at the Law Office of Steven B. Leavitt and any reader of this information. If you have legal questions specific to your individual needs, then you should consult with an attorney or other qualified legal professional.