Number: RL31281
Title: Patent Quality and Public Policy: Issues for Innovate Firms in Domestic Markets
Authors: John R. Thomas, Visiting Scholar, Resources, Science and Industry Division 
Abstract: This report opens with an introduction to patent system fundamentals. It then considers merits and shortcomings of the three prevailing views of patent quality. The report closes by identifying legislative options for addressing patent quality issues, as well as by presenting suggestions for future research.
Pages: 20
Date: Updated January 28, 2002