RESTORE Patent Rights Act of 2024

Hozzl · 2025-01-14T17:15:30Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 4840 RESTORE Patent Rights Act of 2024 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Commerce. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/14/2025, 5:15 PM

Summary of Bill S 4840

Bill 118 s 4840 aims to make changes to title 35 of the United States Code in order to establish a rebuttable presumption that a permanent injunction should be granted in certain situations. This bill is designed to address concerns regarding the granting of permanent injunctions in patent infringement cases.

The bill proposes that in cases where a patent holder has proven infringement and irreparable harm, there should be a presumption that a permanent injunction will be granted. This presumption can be rebutted by the infringing party if they can demonstrate that the harm caused by the injunction would outweigh the harm caused by continued infringement.

The goal of this legislation is to provide more clarity and consistency in the granting of permanent injunctions in patent cases. By establishing a rebuttable presumption, the bill aims to ensure that patent holders are able to protect their intellectual property rights effectively while also considering the potential impact on the infringing party. Overall, Bill 118 s 4840 seeks to strike a balance between protecting patent holders and promoting innovation and competition in the marketplace. It will be important to monitor the implementation of this legislation to see how it impacts patent litigation and the overall patent system in the United States.

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Current Status of Bill S 4840

Bill S 4840 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 30, 2024. Bill S 4840 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 30, 2024. Bill S 4840's most recent activity was Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property. Hearings held. as of December 18, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4840

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Commerce

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4840

A bill to amend title 35, United States Code, to establish a rebuttable presumption that a permanent injunction should be granted in certain circumstances, and for other purposes.A bill to amend title 35, United States Code, to establish a rebuttable presumption that a permanent injunction should be granted in certain circumstances, and for other purposes.

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