Lqp Ask the Patent Attorney: What Are Your Thoughts on the America Invents Act?

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Craige is an experienced engineer, accomplished patent attorney, and bestselling author.

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Key Takeaways
  • In this episode, Martin Schweiger of Schweiger & Partners interviews Craige Thompson, a patent attorney, electrical engineer, and professional engineer, about his views on the America Invents Act.
  • The America Invents Act represents a significant piece of U.S. patent legislation that Craige discusses from his professional perspective as a practicing patent attorney.
  • The interview format brings an outside perspective, with Schweiger’s international patent firm bringing questions to Craige about how the Act affects patent practice.
The Bottom Line: Understanding a practicing patent attorney’s perspective on the America Invents Act can help inventors and businesses better navigate how the law affects their patent strategy.

Summary: In this episode of “Ask The Patent Attorney,” Martin Schweiger interviews Craige Thompson, JD, EE, PE explains his thoughts on the America Invents Act.

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