Since your collateral agent does not verify whether the patent collateral securing your loan exists, is owned by the borrower, remains unexpired, and continues to meet these conditions throughout the loan term, you can rely on PatenTrack to handle these checks and assist with specialized patent collateral liquidation if needed.
When patent collateral weakens post-closing, lenders are often the last to know. A quiet shift in LTV can throw off your risk model—and cost you hundreds of thousands in annual return. Here's how it happens:
In an era of increasing shareholder activism and heightened board accountability, patent portfolio valuation and reporting isn't optional—it's an essential component of fiduciary duty for innovation-driven companies.
Systematic risk management isn't merely defensive—it creates competitive advantages through greater operational certainty and leverage in business negotiations.
Defective title chains are a silent killer of patent value. Real-world cases like Ethicon and Tri-Star underscore the financial and legal fallout of oversight.
Patent ownership disputes often arise when companies fail to explicitly secure rights to inventions created by employees or contractors.
The complexities and risks associated with encumbrances necessitate a proactive approach, underpinned by advanced technological solutions.
Patent enforceability hinges on effective maintenance fee management.
How can I use risk assessment to strengthen my client’s negotiating position? How can I anticipate risks that others overlook? By embracing this mindset, you will not only safeguard your clients’ IP assets but also position yourselves as indispensable strategic partners in the dynamic world of patent law.
