You’re right … there is little hope for any IP case. I learned that some years ago, as a an expert witness in a number of cases, both in the U.S.A. and Canada. Part of the reason is that nothing in real life is “binary”.

I do agree Bob, and NPE are playing a role as broker in a non-transparent market. But what about the opportunity for all my grocery producers to upload their production online transparently and sell directly to the consumer? (Community supported Agriculture does already use this model from producer to consumer. ) Grocery Trolls such as Safeway or Walmart for sure provide a wider channel for commerce but do they promote the best quality product for the end-user?

In a similar way, Patent Trolls provide professional channel handling and patent-related transaction but do they encourage the usage of top innovation when they sue for infringement?