For the past two decades, automakers have misused the design patent system to reduce competition and limit choice for consumers, contributing to higher prices. In this fact sheet, we take a closer look at the differences between utility and design patents to explain why design patent applications have skyrocketed over the past 20 years.
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FACT SHEET – Patent 101: Design vs. Utility Patents
September 30, 2021
- Issues:
- Consumer Choice