Modern Patent Law Precedent: The Dictionary of Key Terms and Concepts

Rapid technology advances in all aspects of our society are leading to more patent filings and more patent litigation. In response, important new precedents are flowing from the courts at the same time many traditional terms and issues are being further refined For and patent practitioner or researcher The New Modern Patent Law Precedent, Fifth Edition is the first place to turn for a quick, up-to-date, on point reference to developments in this burgeoning body of law. Are you aware of how the courts are assessing the term "Method of Doing Business" to expand available patent protection to new applications in financial services and other areas? Look up the phrase in Modern Patent Law Precedent and you'll see recent and prior case comments in chronological order. All the terms are encountered in prosecution or litigation relating to obtaining, enforcing or defending against patents. The text is that of written opinions or paraphrases thereof.