This course examines doctrines and policy concerns of United States patent law. Focal points include (1) patentability requirements such as eligible subject matter, novelty, and nonobviousness; (2) assessment of patent scope and forms of infringing activities; and (3) theories and institutions of patent law. There are no specific prerequisites. The course is designed to be accessible to students without a science or engineering background.
Textbooks ( * denotes required )
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ISBN: 978-0-8400-1079-7
Principles of Patent Law, Cases and Materials
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Golden, John, Kieff, F., Newman, Pauline, Smith, Henry
West Academic
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edition: 7
ISBN: 978-1-63459-446-2
Golden, John M