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European patent validation strategies: How to choose the right approach?

European patent validation is an important step, although not necessarily the only one. Without proper validation, a patent has no legal force in any country. 

As patent holders, therefore, it must be decided where and how to enforce rights. Choosing the inappropriate strategy, however, can lead to unnecessary costs or weak protection. 

This article looks at the major enforcement options and helps to identify the most effective approach to protecting innovation in Europe.

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PatentAndras Pintz
What if I miss a patent annuity deadline?

If you miss a patent annuity deadline, it can have significant consequences for your intellectual property rights. Patent annuities are periodic maintenance fees that must be paid to keep a patent in force. Failure to pay these fees on time can result in the abandonment of your patent, which means that your exclusive rights to the invention will be lost. However, in many countries, there are still some alternative ways to keep your patent in force.

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PatentAndras Pintz
WHAT IS A PATENT ATTORNEY?

IP lawyers or attorneys, also known as patent and trademark or intellectual property lawyers or attorneys, play a vital role in protecting and safeguarding intellectual property rights. These legal professionals possess specialized knowledge and expertise in the complex field of intellectual property law.

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