I looked for an investor for my business but then he stole my idea to do on his own, how can i protect me?
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The unfortunate fact is that unless you had a signed legal agreement or contract in which he agreed in writing to keep your idea secret and not use it himself, there really isn't anything you can do about it.\n\nDepending on the type of idea, you may still want to try it yourself (if the market is big enough for both of you), or you may want to move on and try to come up with another great idea.\n\nSorry to be the bearer of bad news!
794107
So how did he get your name and address and how do you know about the deal if you have no dealings with the company? Did it all come from him? \n\nFind out the home address of the person who made the deal, and send that to the guy making threats. \n\nThe "all sales are final"  policy of a company has no legal effect unless  a contract was signed by both parties, then it only might apply. If no contract was signed, he should get his money back less any associated costs, for instance was the item purchased a custom item or off the shelf?\n\nHave you contacted the country this person is from?\n\nReally not enough information in your question. Was it all legal and above-board?
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That is not a good thing for him to be doing... But I would just hide your money really good and then just talk to him about what might happen if it wasnt you he was stealing from...Like Juvy or involvement of the police...Also you need to somehow set him straight...Maybe not desert if you have that in your house, or groundings....But nothing to harsh...THen that might give him other ideas...Just be a little harsh but not TOO harsh...
308190
You might contact those stores. If the idea can make $$$, get a patent or copyright before you approach them-- otherwise they will steal your idea.
847552
If you don't already have a copyright on the idea they can just steal the idea from you, create the product themselves and cut you out completely... If you've got a copyright then go for it.
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I know where you can get an invention protected....\n\nwww.provisionalpatenttemplate.com
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You could pay an escrow company to take the risk but that will cut into your profits.\n\nBasically this is the risk you run with dealing with a company in a place that you are unlikely to be able to get legal redress.  The best guarantee you have is the lure of regular business.\n\nGood luck
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Call him and point out his mistake.  If you've already sold it but havent closed you can cancel it, and in most states you have 3 business days after closing.
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You may want to go and pitch your ideas where investors gather. Here are some places where angel investors come and those looking for funding can come and pitch their business plans. Be sure to have a strong business plan and describe what makes your business idea stand apart:\n\nAngel Capital Association (has a lot of links to angel investor organizations as well as information about angel investors) http://www.angelcapitalassociation.org\nAngel's Forum http://www.angelsforum.com \nBand of Angels http://www.bandangels.com \nCommon Angels http://www.commonangels.com \nKeiretsu Forum http://www.k4forum.com \nLaunchpad Venture Group http://www.launchpadventuregroup.com\nNew World Angels http://www.newworldangels.com \nNew York Angels http://www.newyorkangels.com \nPrairie Angels http://www.prairieangels.org (charges $125 to submit idea)\nRobin Hood Ventures http://www.robinhoodventures.com (charges $250)
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Call the owner or manager and tell on the rep. This is highly un-ethical. \n\nSee what you can do to do business with other suppliers.\n\nDon't share customer names when you're getting quotes.
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There is something called "Universal Default" that you need to be aware of.....If an individual screws up on one credit card and another credit card finds out, they can and will shoot up your interest rate in a flash.  It's not enough to protect the standing of just one credit card anymore.  \n\nUnless your business was created properly, via an LLC, you and your "married" assets are vulnerable.    You need an attorney for Chap11.
825254
Just a warning to people reading this - do not send money to someone whom you have never met. Even if you do meet, make sure you can keep track of his whereabouts. Do not invest in something you can't trust 100%.
248665
I have a fiend in Nigeria who would like to help you find an investor for a small fee.  He is a true fiend...\n(Please ignore the rude person below.)
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usually u cant patent ideas unless u have the product.\nBut my friend was in the same situation as you and his idea got stolen by the person from th venture capitalist. They actually marketed his idea!
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You shouldn't leave something like this up to a template that may or may not be completely legal in your state.  Please hire an attorney who will protect your interests in thie situation.
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If you tell someone, they may steal your idea.  You should register your idea with a patent attorney or look up how to protect your ideas/inventions with some kind of legal protection.\n\nLook at the Eureka Ranch website for some information as they're a company that helps small business.  http://www.doughall.com.\n\nDon't tell one of those invention companies because they WILL most likely steal your idea.\n\nGood luck!
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Your resolution is easier than you think. First, there are numerous resources to utilize in your area. If the person that defrauded/scammed you was a business, then you can, of course, file several complaints with the BBB, FTC, State Attorney's General Office, City/County Prosecutor's Office, local police, etc. \n\nSecond, if the person that defrauded/scammed you is not a business but an individual, you may want to seek legal help from an attorney. You should try the local bar associations for referrals, low-cost, or pro bono services.\n\nThird, you can always seek self-help via the small claims process, depending on how much you were defrauded/scammed. However, you must be aware that any of the above options you will have to prove that the person and/or business has defrauded/scammed you. You should know that merely alleging something is not sufficient in the court's eyes.