Patent Enforcement
/ˈpætənt ɛnˈfɔːrsmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of asserting and protecting patent rights through legal actions such as lawsuits or administrative processes to prevent unauthorized use of patented inventions.
The company engaged in patent enforcement to stop a competitor from infringing its core technology.
Forms
- patent enforcement
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Commentary
Patent enforcement focuses on the post-grant legal measures to uphold patent rights and deter infringement; clear contract and documentation help facilitate enforcement actions.
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