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Patent Law Essentials A Concise Guide, Second Edition
Alan L. Durham
ISBN: 0-275-98205-X
ISBN-13: 978-0-275-98205-8
264 pages
Praeger Publishers
Publication: 9/30/2004
List Price: $76.95 (UK Sterling Price: £53.95)
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Media Type: Hardcover
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Trim Size: 6 1/8 x 9 1/4
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Description: Business has always been driven by ingenuity and innovation. Now, more than ever, with an economy built on knowledge work and intangible value, developing—and protecting—intellectual property is vital for individuals and organizations alike. This book presents a brief but thorough survey of U.S. patent law, presented in the clearest possible terms for nonspecialists—including scientists, engineers, business managers, and entrepreneurs—as well as students and practitioners of patent and intellectual property law. Drawing from both practical and academic experience, Alan Durham explains the basis of patent law and covers such topics as the application process, claim interpretation, the requirements of novelty and non-obviousness, disclosure requirements (such as enablement and best mode), and infringement—including infringement under the controversial doctrine of equivalents. Complex legal issues are explained through in-depth examples, many borrowed from actual cases, and feature such timely topics as patent protection of computer software, business methods, and biological materials. This revised and updated edition discusses recent developments in the law and draws from the most current case authority. Used as an introduction to the topic or a handy desk reference, this book will be an indispensable guide to the dynamics and mechanics of patent law.

Durham illustrates complex legal issues through dozens of in-depth examples, many borrowed from actual cases. Of particular interest are cases involving patent disputes over computer software, business practices, and biological materials. From building a better mousetrap to building a better mouse, Patent Law Essentials defines the coverage and limitations of patent law and its protections, and shows how they are applied in the courts and in practical application. This revised and updated edition discusses recent developments in the law and draws from the most current case authority. Used as an introduction to the topic or a handy desk reference, this book will be an indispensable guide to the dynamics and mechanics of patent law.
Table of Contents:
  • Preface
    Overview
    Patents Distinguished from Other Rights
    Reading a Patent
    Patentable Subject Matter
    Patent Prosecution
    Ownership and Other Rights
    Interpreting Patent Claims
    Conditions of Patentability
    Enforceable Defenses
    Infringement
    Patent Litigation
    Special Topics
    Appendix A: Sample Utility Patents
    Appendix B: Sample Design Patents
    Index
About the Author: ALAN L. DURHAM is Associate Professor of Law at the University of Alabama School of Law, where he teaches in the areas of intellectual property, antitrust, and torts. A native of California's Silicon Valley, he practiced law there from 1989 to 1998, primarily in the field of high-technology patent litigation.
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