Re: Tom Tom and Microsofts Linux patent lock-down ..

[Hyman Rosen]

Alan Mackenzie wrote:
> Can anybody explain to me why a typical simple court case in the
> developed world takes 18 months to resolve and costs the loser one,
> or even several years' earnings?

Because doing the research needed to properly argue a case takes a
long time, and challenge-response is implemented through filed court
documents which must be prepared to accepted standards and rules. It
just takes time. That's why parties are encouraged to settle.