Ironically, the term "pirate" has also been used to describe patent owners that vigorously enforce their patents.

The company has recently begun an aggressive campaign to enforce its patents.

They will now attempt to enforce their patents against everyone who wants to participate in the smart phone market with multitouch interfaces.

"If you are a small business and want to enforce your patents, you are going to have a hard time."

I believe if a company doesn't enforce their patents they could lose them.

There is no reason to require further formalities from a patent holder who wishes to enforce his patents.

Robert Kearns, another inventor who fought a long battle to enforce his patents.

Individual inventors and many companies don't have the money or expertise to enforce their patents.

It is the responsibility of patent owners to enforce their patents.

Court action can be very expensive and can deter people from enforcing their patents.