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Key Policymakers Consider Strong Patent Rights Critical to the Success of the U.S. in the Global Economy

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A strong patent system is the backbone of American competitiveness in the global economy. The U.S. intellectual property portfolio is estimated to be worth approximately $5.5 trillion, and royalties and license fees account for a trade surplus of around $80 billion. The success of our patent system in promoting innovation and economic growth has made … Key Policymakers Consider Strong Patent Rights Critical to the Success of the U.S. in the Global Economy

GAO Study – Non-Practicing Entities are Not Bringing Most Patent Litigation

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The U.S. General Accountability Office calls into serious question whether there is a NPE patent litigation problem and, accordingly, whether broad new legislation constraining the activities of NPEs is necessary. A long awaited and recently released study by The U.S. General Accountability Office calls into serious question whether there is a NPE patent litigation problem … GAO Study – Non-Practicing Entities are Not Bringing Most Patent Litigation

The Innovation Alliance on Patent Legislation Proposals

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The Innovation Alliance, a coalition of R&D-based technology companies, supports measures to improve patent quality and curb excessive litigation costs for all users of the patent system. Certain reform proposals recently circulated by the White House and in Congress, however, would unfairly diminish the value and enforceability of patents. A recent study by the Government … The Innovation Alliance on Patent Legislation Proposals

Proposed Stay Provisions Fail To Provide Access To Justice In A Fair And Prompt Way

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Several Members of Congress propose stay provisions as part of patent litigation legislation. These stay proposals direct courts to stay judicial proceedings against vendors, manufacturers, and end-users of a product when a retailer or manufacturer farther “upstream” in the distribution chain of the product or component that is covered by the patent is a party … Proposed Stay Provisions Fail To Provide Access To Justice In A Fair And Prompt Way

Statement by Judge Paul R. Michel to the House Committee on the Judiciary, October 2013

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Retired U.S. Chief Federal Circuit Judge Paul R. Michel has consistently earned global recognition, awards and distinctions for his leadership in intellectual property and patent law. He is considered one of the most knowledgeable and respected global experts in the field of intellectual property. His statement fully articulates our own views and concerns with potential … Statement by Judge Paul R. Michel to the House Committee on the Judiciary, October 2013

Owner of Small Tech Company Writes Letter to Chicago Tribune

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Patent reform threatens small business There’s an idea looming in Congress and it threatens the core of our economy: small businesses. The biggest thing our country has is technology and the skills, knowhow, excitement and innovation to create something new. One idea puts that all in jeopardy. Rep. Bob Goodlatte, R-Va., released a draft discussion … Owner of Small Tech Company Writes Letter to Chicago Tribune