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Looks Like Big Tech Is Winning the Battle With Patent Trolls
The trolls are in retreat in the wake of several changes in U.S. law.
Have a Brilliant Idea? How to Keep it Safe. (Infographic)
From patents to trademarks to copyrights, here is an overview of what you can legally do to protect your intellectual property.
An Entrepreneur's Guide to Getting Sued and Fighting Back
When a court case threatens your business, consider taking the following steps.
Patent Reform and the Future of Innovation
Many assert that patent trolls are costing the U.S. economy billions of dollars, inhibiting innovation. The solution, however, is not so clear.
A Rant, and Some Suggestions What to Do, About Patent Trolls
An entrepreneur devoted to innovation and protection of intellectual property lets loose about patent trolls and the patent system that enables them.
Yes, Patent Trolls Are Hurting Your Business
They're just as bad as everyone says they are. Here's why.
3 Things Every Entrepreneur Should Know About Patent Risk
For startups, patent trolls can be a major headache. Make sure you remain abreast of patent risk to avoid litigation with trolls.
Tesla Gets Smacked With Trademark Lawsuit in China
A suit brought today by Zhan Baosheng, who registered the 'Tesla' trademark in China in 2006, could decelerate the electric car-maker's eastward expansion.
A Primer on Patents: Who's Getting Them, Where and How Long It's Taking (Infographic)
As Washington continues to mull new patent legislation, here's a snapshot of the U.S. patent landscape.
Google Becomes the Latest Victim of Patent Trolling
SimpleAir, a non-practicing entity that has gone after other tech giants, is seeking $125 million or more in damages for patent infringement.
More Bad News for Patent Trolls
On Monday, both the Supreme Court and New York State took a crack at trolling.
House Passes Anti-Patent Troll Bill, Sends to Senate
The Innovation Act sailed through a first vote on Capitol Hill today, but faces challenges before becoming law.
Entrepreneurs Want Patent Trolls Gone, But Current Legislation Is Sloppy
The House of Representatives is expected to take up the Innovation Act today, but stakeholders fear that the increased paperwork required by the bill would be counterproductive.
Tell Us: Is Intellectual Property Even Property at All?
Businesses spend a lot of time and money fretting over patent issues, but perhaps the concept of intellectual property as a whole needs to be re-examined.
Angry Business Owner Wages War on 'Troll'
Kevin O'Connor, who co-founded ad tech company Doubleclick, is publicly battling a patent troll who is demanding $50,000.