The Erosion of Patent Rights: How eBay v. MercExchange Eroded America's Innovation Landscape

This episode unpacks the pivotal eBay v. MercExchange Supreme Court case and how its four-factor test reshaped patent law, reducing permanent injunctions. We explore its impact on small innovators, the rise of "predatory infringement," and proposed reforms like the RESTORE Act of 2025. Experts discuss how these changes influence U.S. innovation and global competitiveness.