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The America Invents Act Inspires an In-house Makeover

Who will be able to claim ownership over the next great American invention has a lot to do with patent law and its dramatic new makeover. Learn how a savvy medical supplies company had a makeover of its own, developing a system in order to cheaply and smartly apply for patents in this changing legal landscape.
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Tips on Handling the Patent Troll in Court When Multiple Related Cases Are Involved

Patent troll lawsuits can be costly and time-consuming. The stakes are especially high for small start-up companies, which are the primary targets of patent trolls. Fear not – help is on the way. This article explores the challenges in the current patent system and evaluates the proposed remedies.
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Value Practice: Value Matrix for Intellectual Property Matters - Alternative Fee Structures Based on Level of Difficulty, Staffing Mix and Billing Guidelines and Informal Training

The Clorox Company, after implementing a program focused on cost savings and driving incremental value, realized a significant cost savings in intellectual property matters.

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Top 10 Ways to React when You Just Received a Demand Letter Accusing Your Company of Patent Infringement

Thu, 03/30/2023 - 10:00

Being sued for patent infringement can strike fear into the heart of the most seasoned in-house counsel. But some patent owners seek to resolve issues of alleged infringement outside of litigation, and this typically starts with a demand letter. Initially published December 2, 2022; republished March 30, 2023.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts, Intellectual Property

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Limitation of Liability Clauses (United States)

Thu, 03/30/2023 - 07:15

This Wisdom of the Crowd (ACC member discussion) addresses how to negotiate a limitation of liability clause in a consulting agreement to sufficiently protect your company's confidential information and intellectual property, under US law. This resource was compiled from questions and responses posted on the forum of the Intellectual Property Committee and Corporate and Securities Law Committee ACC Networks.* Initially published March 11, 2015; republished March 30, 2023.

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Interest Area: Intellectual Property

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Region: United States

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Sample Trademark Assignment Agreement

Thu, 03/30/2023 - 07:12

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This is a sample trademark assignment agreement between two companies, for the assignment of all rights, title and interest in and to trademarks, including "pending applications and registrations, together with the good will of the business symbolized by the Marks, and all causes of action and claims based on past actions or infringement related to the Marks."

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts, Intellectual Property

Source: Resource Library

Region: United States

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