Rethink(IP) - Eavesdrop

To fully round out the circle, let me offer this:

In many art areas, the most relevant art may come from sources other
than the USPTO databases (think chemical, biotech, etc). The electronic
services that merely index the USPTO sources are completely missing
these other sources (as are "hand search" techniques conducted at the
PTO).

My position is this -- every invention is different. Some may justify a
search (a hedge on the gamble to which Steve refers), and some may not.
Some may only need a quick electronic search of USPTO-based info, while
others may need a more comprehensive look that includes non-USPTO
sources.

The attorney's role, in my mind, is to help the client make a decision
on "the gamble" and, if a search is in order, match it with the most
appropriate approach. All while keeping expenses in mind.

I hope this adds to the already fascinating discussion.

-- Matt

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