Conflicts

We can also assist you when your competitor exploits your invention and you wish to do something about this. Our approach is creative and cost-effective. You can, for example, prevent your competitor from exploiting your invention, but it could be commercially more interesting to offer a licence or to negotiate other deals. If you have received notice from a competitor that you are infringing their patent, please ask us for advice. We will usually begin by carrying out an examination concerning the validity of the patent. For example, if your competitor failed to maintain their patent by not paying the annual fee on time, the patent might no longer be valid. If the patent right turns out to be valid, we can examine whether or not infringement has actually occurred. In addition, we can negotiate on your behalf and assist you in legal proceedings. Many conflicts can be resolved without going to court. Frequently, negotiations can lead to a mutually beneficial outcome. By involving us at an early stage we may spare you the costs of a court procedure.