At a conference hosted by the Innovation Alliance in September in Washington D.C., Federal Circuit Court Judge Kathleen O’Malley warned the audience that she believes certain patent proposals would interfere with the role of independent judiciary in patent cases. According to the article “…the legislation doesn’t touch substantive reforms to the law but instead would … Will Patent Proposals Weaken our Judiciary?
This article in Forbes does a great job of providing historical context for the U.S. patent system. The importance of “non-practicing entities,” or NPEs, is clearly explained along with the role they play in the business cycle of Inventor > Manufacturer > Marketer. Not all inventors had or have the means to manufacture. The practice … Some Founding Fathers Might Have Been Called Troll
Politico Whiteboard: Appeals court judge cautions Congress on patent legislation 9/27/13 2:38 PM EDT A prominent appeals judge warned today that lawmakers should stay out of further patent reform. “There’s a more important structural reason why Congress should not be in this business and that is because we have a separation of powers,” said Kathleen … A Quick Read From Politico
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
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, 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
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
Strong patent rights have played a crucial role in the U.S. since its founding. Article I, section 8, clause 8 of the Constitution gives Congress the power “[t]o promote the Progress of Science and useful Arts, by securing for limited Times to Authors and Inventors the exclusive Right to their respective Writings and Discoveries,” and … The Economic Case for a Strong Patent System
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
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