Why Consider an Invalidation Search?
Are you worried that an existing patent may threaten your product, or defending your patent’s validity against competitors? Whether you are already in disputes, planning to oppose a patent, or simply want clarity before making big business decisions, an invalidation search is essential. The search identifies earlier publications and technologies (prior art) that may challenge the novelty or inventiveness of a granted patent. The results help you assess real risks, avoid costly infringement disputes, strengthen your legal position, and make well-informed decisions
What Is an Invalidation Search?
An invalidation search, also known as a patent validity or opposition search, is an intensive review of global patent databases, scientific publications, and technical disclosures. Its purpose is to find prior art published before a subject patent’s filing date that shows the claimed invention may not be new or inventive..
Benefits of an Invalidation Search:
- Win disputes by finding strong prior art that can invalidate the challenged patent.
- Test the strength of your own patent before initiating or responding to legal action
- Assess the true value of patents during mergers, acquisitions, or investments.
- Reduce the risk of lawsuits and avoid costly disruption to your business operations.
- Evaluate a patent before licensing or purchasing it to avoid overpaying.
- dentify weaknesses in your competitors’ patents and bring your products to market with confidence.