This paper examines the distribution of the values of patent rights in the United Kingdom, France, and Germany during … alternative ages and the renewal fee schedules to produce estimates of the distribution (and the total) value of patent rights in … changes over the period. The empirical results of particular interest concern: the total value of patent rights and the …

This paper examines the distribution of the values of patent rights in the United Kingdom, France, and Germany during … alternative ages and the renewal fee schedules to produce estimates of the distribution (and the total) value of patent rights in … changes over the period. The empirical results of particular interest concern: the total value of patent rights and the …

denying injunctive relief for patents (ex post liability rules). The debate about strategic behaviour triggered by the patent … important critiques against the use of liability rules in patent law, is also examined in depth. The book concludes by … and limited liability rules. Curtailing exceptions and limitations to patent rights, including the use of patent liability …