[hootr]

Hi
Okay, dumb question.
What is the difference between a patent and a product license in the U.S.A.
Thanks,
Ron

 

[Ger21]

Just a guess, but wouldn't a license be issued by the patent holder to allow you to make the patented item?

 

[hootr]

i don't know either gerry but i'm bettin the ljs come thru

 

[bill1352]

Ger 21 is correct. patent means only you can make it legally. you get 10 yrs. on a patent. license is buying the right to make it. there is a bunk bed company that sells the right to use their name & 800 number. they give you a few plans and a business model & the 1-800-bunk-bed phone number. cost was $1200 i think

 

[hootr]

thanks bill
that kinda cleared it up for me