Q: Hi my brother was the inventor of some equipment used to facilitate the wafer manufacturing of microcips is the fam.
Is the family.entitled to his royaltys
A: A lot more information is required to answer this question, including the status of any patents, whether your brother was an employee and the nature of that engagement, and whether there was a will. You should consult a patent attorney about the details of your case.
A: If your brother was the inventor and he held a patent for the equipment, then the royalties would be paid to the patent owner, which would typically be your brother or his estate if he has passed away. If your brother assigned or licensed the patent to a company, the royalties would be paid according to the terms of that agreement. It is important to review any relevant contracts or agreements to determine who is entitled to the royalties. If there is uncertainty or a dispute, it may be necessary to consult with an attorney who specializes in patent law.
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