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Patent Validity Search

At Promax, we provide hybrid validity searches utilizing our cutting-edge AI tool, PATENT VAL, in conjunction with the expertise of our  seasoned search professionals, all customised to meet your unique case requirements. Employing a tireless "search till you drop" approach, we leave no stone unturned in our quest to unearth the most relevant patent and non-patent prior art with unmatched precision. With a proven track record of over 800 patent validity or invalidity searches under our belt, our client base spans from leading IP law firms to illustrious Fortune 500 companies, prestigious research institutes, and dynamic startups worldwide. What's more, our search services extend to six different languages, facilitated by our in-house language experts, ensuring comprehensive coverage across global markets.

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Our Search Methodology

Our methodology combines rigorous research, data-driven analysis, and innovative problem-solving to deliver effective solutions.

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PAT VAL

Automatic Validity Search Tool

Our “PAT VAL” (Automatic Validity Search Tool) allows you to perform most complex patent strength assessments quickly and accurately in-house, without any technology limitations. PAT VAL uses combinations of NLP, Machine Learning and Deep Learning models so you can be confident in its results. It searches, analyzes and ranks identified prior art(s) in the best order of relevance and cuts noise by degrading deceptively similar or inaccurate patents. PAT VAL can significantly reduce search costs vis-a-vis save time needed to focus on creating winning IP strategies for growth and profitability.

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Why Choose Promax Legal for Validity Search

Tick IconPowerful synergy between our PAT VAL (Automatic Validity Search Tool) platform with its NLP, Machine Learning and Deep Learning models and the expertise of our team of skilled patent professionals ensure unparalleled results.

Tick Icon State-of-Art Algorithm for Novelty Detection, Advanced Classification Models, Technical synonym's Concept Graphs& Proprietary Patent Ranking Algorithm for identifying most relevant prior art(s).

Tick Icon Multilingual search capabilities for searching and reporting in 7+ languages.

Tick Icon Continuous communication from an initial kick-off call to rolling disclosures for a more collaborative strategy and comprehensive search coverage

Tick Icon Meticulously crafted tailor made check-lists for consistent and exceptional quality of each search matter

Tick Icon Extensive coverage across more than 50 patent and non-patent databases, encompassing over 100+ jurisdictions.

Tick Icon Robust processes and systematic approach for super prompt delivery for both bulk and single search requests.

Tick Icon Proven record of excellence, consistently meeting and exceeding expectations by successfully conducting 800+ Validity searches for the most complex matters.

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Case Studies


Title: Revolutionizing US Patent Invalidation: A Case Study Powered by NLP and AI Models

In a pioneering effort to challenge the validity of a US patent, our team employed PATENT RAZOR (Automatic Invalidity Search Tool) enhanced with Natural Language Processing (NLP) and advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) models. This case study explores the application of cutting-edge technology to streamline the patent invalidation process.

The targeted US patent, a critical component of ongoing litigation, presented intricate technological complexities. To efficiently navigate this challenge, we embraced an automatic invalidity search tool integrated with NLP and AI models.

Our approach leveraged the automatic invalidity search tool equipped with NLP capabilities. The tool analyzed the patent’s language, deciphered key concepts, and extracted semantic meaning.

PATENT RAZOR powered by AI models, conducted an intelligent search across diverse patent databases. By understanding context, language nuances, and technological intricacies, the tool autonomously identified relevant prior art, surpassing the limitations of traditional search methods. The fusion of the PATENT RAZOR with NLP and AI models yielded impactful results. Relevant prior art was swiftly identified, strategically challenging the patent's novelty and non- obviousness. The outcomes not only strengthened our client's position but also showcased the effectiveness of advanced technologies in reshaping patent invalidation processes.

Case Study: Invalidating a High-Stakes US Patent in Litigation

In the words of Billy Beane, We have got to use every piece of data and piece of information, and hopefully, that will help us be accurate with our analysis.” This philosophy guided our approach in an invalidation search against a software patent under litigation.

Tasked with invalidating a patent related to animating portions of digital still photos or frames of video files using directional motion vectors, particularly in the context of litigation against PixaMotion, we initially employed conventional strategies like keyword-based searches and classification-based searches. However, these yielded supplementary prior arts but not a direct match.

Expanding our search to non-patent literature, we discovered relevant references from companies like Photo Mirage, Zeotropic, StoryZ, Pixa Motion, MovPic, Cinemask, Disflow, VIMAGE, Loopsie, MotionGraph, and GIF Camera. While these software applications operated similarly to the subject patent, they were launched after its priority date and couldn’t serve as prior art.

Turning our attention to the litigation complaint against PixaMotion, we found a valuable lead. The plaintiff’s example in the complaint, describing animating a still photo of an individual before a waterfall to make it appear flowing, included keywords not present in the subject patent. Querying with these keywords led us to three relevant Japanese patent prior arts teaching animation using the waterfall falling theory.The client expressed satisfaction with the identified prior art references, providing positive feedback that brought us great pleasure.

Our clients praise us for our great results

“ I have been working with Promax from the past 5 years. They are handling our in-house work which includes prosecution, infringement scan, patentability and portfolio analysis. Promax gets to the point of what their clients really want and need.”

Patent Director

Silicon IP to Software, USA

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Hi Aseem, I want to extend to Promax – and in particular to the team  – my sincere appreciation for the work that was done on the E-Watch project under difficult circumstances.   I especially appreciated the team’s willingness to work long days for two weeks straight so that we could meet our deadline.  I know that many people had to make personal sacrifices so that production could be increased and the deadline could be met, and I am very grateful for those sacrifices.   Moreover, I want to complement the team and Promax’s process for producing high-quality charts. Your team was able implement the changes suggested by us in an immediate and effective manner, which cut down substantially on the work we had to do after we received the charts.  By the last week of the project, the quality of the work coming from the team was so high, I found no errors in the charts that were produced and no changes had to be made on our end.  Please pass on my gratitude to the team for their hard work and dedication to the project.   Without their commitment to the project we would not have met this difficult deadline.  We will be sure to use Promax again.  Thank you.

Director of Patents

Silicon Valley Based Semiconductor Company

Aseem Chadha is a Managing Associate at Promax Legal.  I first met him at a conference in 2014.  He made me a deal I couldn’t refuse and guaranteed he would find better art on a search project that I had already found in an earlier searched done by another firm.  Aseem and his team came through.  Aseem is a good listener and gets to the point of what his clients really want and need. Like you, Aseem is a very nice person, and I am sure you will enjoy meeting him.  While Aseem is based in India, he does travel here from time to time.

Managing Director and Associate General Counsel, IP

Silicon IP to Software, USA

Once again, I wish to thank you and your team for the excellent and timely work! Greatly appreciated.

Leading Intellectual Property and Complex Litigation Firm, USA

Silicon IP to Software, USA

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