Ruby's trial

In Ruby, a trial refers to a preliminary step in the patent application process where the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) reviews a patent challenge, such as a reason to invalidate certain claims. This process allows others, like competitors or third parties, to dispute the validity of a patent before the patent owner takes further legal action. It’s a cost-effective and quicker alternative to full court litigation, providing an efficient way to resolve patent disputes or reexamine the scope and validity of a patent while encouraging quality and transparency in patent rights.