Burgeoning new technology sometimes progresses so fast that ideas outpace the hardware. This panel discusses the risks and costs associated with patent litigation from the perspective of in-house counsel and outside attorneys. In-house counsel discusses the process of evaluating patents and deciding whether to license competitors or file litigation. Outside counsel discusses the process of litigating patent cases through trial and appeal.

Moderator:
Michael Rounds Esq., Partner, Watson Rounds

Speakers:
Sam Basile, Executive Vice President and General Counsel, Aruze Gaming America
Marc Foodman, Of Counsel, Watson Rounds
Laura McAllister Cox, Executive Vice President and General Counsel, Gaming Partners International Corporation
Lars Perry, Vice President of Intellectual Property, Bally Technologies