How canI sue someone for stealing my invention?
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How canI sue someone for stealing my invention?
I invented this device and apparently it has taken the world by storm. I thought I would be smarter and use a corporation to help me. This also did not work. How can I sue? I have the original idea and the blueprints in my home timed and dated with a serial number on it. They basically stole food out of my children’s mouth.
Asked on December 4, 2010 under Business Law, Michigan
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry. I think that it would be best for you to seek help from an attorney in your area. Bring with you the blueprints with the date stamp on it. You should also start to think about your contact with the person that you think stole the idea: when the contact and discussions regarding the product came about andhow they would have had access to the idea. Did they patent or copyright it? You should make an inquiry in to the matter. See of it was registered anywhere. All this type of information is necessary to prove your case. Also, any of your contact with the corporation may help with the time line. Good luck to you.
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