Federal Circuit Court of Appeals (specific to patent law)

The Federal Circuit Court of Appeals is a specialized court in the United States that primarily handles appeals in patent law, among other areas. It deals with disputes over patents, including their validity and infringement. Established to create consistency in patent rulings across the country, this court reviews decisions from lower courts and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Its rulings are significant as they set important precedents that influence how patent law is interpreted and enforced, impacting inventors, businesses, and innovation throughout the nation.