And as you know, one of the litigation reform measures that Chairman Leahy and I have included in this legislation deals...
With regard to some of the pleading requirements and the filing requirements that we have talked about, aren't we really...
I do believe that action by Congress is warranted, and I do believe that there is empirical evidence to point that out.
Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you, Ms. Overton, for joining us today.
I am curious to know why you seem to believe that the courts, rather than Congress, should address these issues...
Thank you. And, Mr. Rao, how do you respond to the argument that access to justice will be limited?
I think it is important for us to keep our focus on bad behaviors within patent litigation rather than focusing on anyth...
And collateral estoppel would apply as to the issues in common.
Our fee-shifting language, similar to the test used in current law, would require courts to award attorneys' fees to the...
The bill before us would not only prohibit arbitration but actually terminate arbitration agreements that parties have a...
I understand.
The idea of using mandatory fee shifting to discourage frivolous patent litigation is not a new concept.
The standard for fee shifting in current law is too high.
And do any of those reforms obviate the need for any of the reforms we are discussing today?
This is a very important issue and to ask if I could submit written questions to the witnesses.
the integrity of our immigration system is compromised, and potential threats to our communities and national security a...
The unfortunate thing this coming year, the unfortunate thing is the bloom doesn't take place until May or June, which m...
This is a problem, and it is an abuse, and I am glad we are addressing it.
