Protecting Yourself from Patent Infringement

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Whether you work for a large corporation or are a single entity unto yourself, inventing new products or product enhancements is very difficult work. It takes time, energy, money, intelligence, creativity, motivation, failure, and of course, and sweat.

Patent infringement isn't just a financial threat to you, it is an insult to your work and your abilities. It is the adult version of cheating on a test, and it is insulting. Wanting to protect yourself from it is only natural. Patent infringement is one of today's fastest growing white collar, silent crimes and being concerned about it as an inventor is prudent and aptly justified.

There are various steps one can take to attempt to protect themselves from it, although the steps may vary significantly depending on where you work and who you work for. If you work for yourself, the simple and most effective method of protecting yourself from patent infringement is to hire a attorney. More

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