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Could Patent Expirations Be a Chink in Intuitive Surgical’s Armor? | MD+DI

August 25, 2016  | Josue A. Villalta

Partner Josué Villalta authored “Could Patent Expirations Be a Chink in Intuitive Surgical’s Armor?” published in MD+DI. Josué discussed how several of the surgical robotics company’s patents are set to expire at the end of the year, which could open the door to even more competition.

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Josue A. Villalta

For over 20 years, Josue Villalta has helped clients protect their inventions in the U.S. and internationally. Josue’s practice includes global utility and design patent portfolio development, IP audits, IP...

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