The effect of the auction as a marketplace is already being felt. We sought permission from a few sellers to publish their participation in the auction early in the process.

I think the effect has already been felt on Ford's earnings because Ford and the other automakers book themselves in profits when they produce and ship the cars to the dealers.

I think the effect has already been felt on Ford's earnings because Ford and the other automakers book themselves in profits when they produce and ship the cars to the dealers,

We've gone through the proper channels and sought permission. They've said we can and that's as far as it's gone. Whether that leads to a contract is another matter entirely.

Ray's corporate IP and legal experience will add tremendous value to the firm both nationally and in Chicago. His addition to our firm furthers our strategic plan to expand the breadth and depth of our practice areas.

Patents are a constitutionally protected right and they have been an engine of innovation and economic development in this country.