IPilogue

AUGUST 24, 2022

NPEs are a special type of entity that specifically purchases patents or patent rights but does not commodify the patent. The second kind, private parties, often use the patents they acquire for profit through damage or settlement awards, or royalties and licensing rights.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

This is the latest in the series titled “NPE Showcase,” where we discuss high-volume non-practicing entities (or as some call them, “patent trolls”). This installment will focus on a company named Sockeye Licensing TX, LLC. NPEs are also known to limit their license when suing software companies.

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JD Supra Law

DECEMBER 14, 2021

A number of small providers are receiving patent demand letters with a settlement or licensing offer to avoid litigation. Many of these letters are a typical part of the playbook of entities that have been variously called “non-practicing entities” (NPEs) or “patent trolls.” How should you respond? Should you respond?

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IPilogue

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Professor of Law at Harvard Law School, where she teaches contracts, international IP, patents, copyright, and courses on Biblical Law. Individuals and companies commonly engage in the strategic purchasing of critical blocking patent portfolios. Professor Ruth L. Okediji is the Jeremiah Smith Jr.

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