Constitution And By Laws Of The Eastern Railroad Association Corrected To May 12 1910 PDF Download

Seller's note: "The Eastern Railroad Association was formed for 'the protection of its members against unjust claims made for invalid patents." Procedures are established for the investigation of patent claims, their defense, their negotiation and litigation. In the latter 19th century, railroad were barraged with patent claims; costs of investigation, litigation, and settlement were substantial. The Association's establishment reflected a join decision to minimize costs through collaboration.' "