Olga and Simon are involved in patent litigation.Olga's arguments are based on the idea of "the patent bargain." That phrase refers to a contract under which a person pays a patent holder for the right to use an invention.In this instance, Simon broke his promise to pay a fee to Olga in exchange for her permission to use her patented invention.

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The phrase "the patent bargain" refers to the concept where the inventor discloses the details of the invention to the public in exchange for the exclusive right to use and sell the invention for a limited period, not a contract for payment between individuals.

Olga and Simon Are Involved in Patent Litigation