by Paul Raya | Apr 10, 2015 | Blog, Cook Alex, Patent Portfolio, Patent Protection, Patent Strategy, Patent Trolls
Non-practicing entities are sometimes called “trolls” and are typically painted as bad guys in the IP world; however in this case it looks like Apple was seen as the bad guy and the “troll” was viewed as standing up for the little man. We think this case shows the...
by Paul Raya | Mar 10, 2015 | Blog, Cook Alex, Patent Portfolio, Patent Protection, Patent Strategy, Patent Trolls
Technology companies often use defensives patents to prevent and/or settle litigation. The strategy involves accumulating an extensive collection of patents to use as protection in the event a competitor attempts to file an infringement suit. Like the Soviets and the...
by Paul Raya | Jun 13, 2014 | Blog, Patent Portfolio, Patent Position, Patent Strategy
One of the most important things for any startup company to do in its infancy, particularly those in a technological field, is to begin to develop a strong patent portfolio. Engaging an experienced IP attorney early on in the company’s formation can help lead to the...
by Paul Raya | Oct 31, 2013 | Blog, Patent Protection, Patent Strategy
Regarding Patent Protection Strategies: Myriad Genetics, a Utah based biotech company, held a patent on the isolated form of genes that can predict an increased risk of cancer. Many researchers and geneticists claim that this single company’s patent raised...
by Paul Raya | Mar 18, 2013 | Patent Strategy, Technology Patent
Most technology developers think of patents as offensive tools, meant to prevent competitors from knocking off their innovations. Patents can also serve as defensive tools, especially when the innovation you’ve developed is useful, but turns out not to be the best for...
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