Global benefits from the National Patent Board
Article Abstract:
The US government has established the National Patent Board (NPB) to provide both domestic and foreign firms with a means to avoid costly patent dispute lawsuits. The NPB provides these firms with streamlined dispute resolution procedures including limited discovery, a one-day hearing before a three-judge panel provided by the NPB and a non-binding written ruling within six months of dispute filing. These procedures are part of an abbreviated process that will cost $100,000-$150,000, compared to millions that would be spent in protracted litigation.
Publication Name: World Trade
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 1054-8637
Year: 2000
User Contributions:
Comment about this article or add new information about this topic:
A key to no-risk open accounts sales
Article Abstract:
Export credit risk insurance is a financial strategy that enables exporters to insure themselves against most of their losses once foreign importers fail to pay for services or shipments that are not secured by letters of credit. This financial strategy, which was employed for decades by firms in Europe, is currently being offered widely in the US, primarily through the US Export-Import Bank. In addition, export credit risk coverage is also offered by major carriers such as AIG, CNA, American Credit Indemnity and Maryland Netherlands.
Publication Name: World Trade
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 1054-8637
Year: 1999
User Contributions:
Comment about this article or add new information about this topic:
Incentive programs and New Economy pay off in northeastern states
Article Abstract:
Northeastern states are shedding their image as a 'rust belt' with business incentive programs aimed at luring young, entrepreneurial companies of the New Economy. Once a region where manufacturing companies thrived, the northeastern states are shifting their focus to high-growth sectors such as technology, financial services, telecommunications and biotechnology. Business incentives such as tax cuts, loans and relocation incentives are becoming commonplace in such cities as New York, New Jersey and Boston.
Publication Name: World Trade
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 1054-8637
Year: 2000
User Contributions:
Comment about this article or add new information about this topic:
- Abstracts: God, what an army. A new wolf in South-East Asia. Doing business with Pol Pot: Thailand
- Abstracts: Wall art ... makes every room perfect in minutes. Instant style. Add style and comfort to every room with area rugs
- Abstracts: Getting passion back in a marriage: even the most loving relationships can fall victim to the stress of everyday life - but the spark can be reignited
- Abstracts: Firms must speak up for human rights. Chartered, Lucent team up. Venture launched in Batam