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Published Jan 17, 2020

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Jordan Harbinger and Jason DeFillippo tackle the intricacies of job transitions while balancing personal and family needs, demystify the process of combating out-of-state speeding tickets, and expose the exploitative practices of patent trolls in the flawed US patent system, advocating for reform.
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  • Patent Trolls

    Patent trolls exploit the US patent system by purchasing patents cheaply and filing numerous lawsuits against companies, often targeting tech giants like Apple and small businesses alike. and discuss how these entities profit from settlements, as it's usually cheaper for companies to settle than to fight in court 1. This practice is facilitated by filing cases in the Eastern District of Texas, a jurisdiction known for favoring patent holders. shares his personal experience of donating to fund to combat these trolls, highlighting the absurdity of patenting software concepts like playlists in podcast players 2.

    It's scary as a small business owner, I think the average settlement is like 340 grand.

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    The conversation underscores the financial burden and fear these trolls impose on businesses, often leading to unsatisfactory settlements.

       

    Patent Law Challenges

    The challenges posed by current patent laws are significant, with patent trolls exploiting loopholes to their advantage. highlights the corruption within the system, where judges in the Eastern District of Texas have familial ties to patent litigation firms, creating a biased environment 1. This district's reputation for siding with patent holders makes it a hotspot for filing lawsuits, forcing defendants to settle rather than face costly legal battles.

    There are very few instances of blatant sort of collusion, corruption in the legal system other than this.

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    The need for reform is evident, as current laws enable a multibillion-dollar industry that stifles innovation and burdens businesses with unnecessary legal expenses.

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