| Is the Patent Trial and Appeal Board the right forum for your patent matter?
Last week, more than a year after the CRISPR patent interference action began, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board decided the dispute in favor of the Broad Institute of Harvard and MIT. The University of California is considerin legal options, including the possibility of an appeal; meanwhile, biotech companies that chose sides in the dispute are preparing for the decision’s impact. The number of patent disputes held at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board is rising. If you are considering this forum for a commercial success argument, Asterion’s experienced IP consultants can help. Have you considered the merchandising value of your intellectual property? Although Disney seems to have cornered the global market for character merchandising, there will always be room for the next great idea. The first great character merchandiser, Beatrix Potter, self-published her stories and hand-made the original stuffed animals based on her characters. Her vision built a brand that is still a success more than a century later. If you are considering proposals to maximize the value of your intellectual property, consider contacting Asterion for assistance. Our consultants are experienced in analyzing the financial aspects of new opportunities. On the Lighter Side: Do you know the key to good luck? Some say luck favors the prepared, but it’s also helpful to be observant and keep an open mind. The Thread Recommends: Keeping your word, even when you lose a bet. Spotlight on Intellectual Property Asterion has extensive experience in the provision of expert and commercial advice related to the financial and economic issues surrounding Intellectual Property (“IP”). |
February 21, 2017