What does the patent cover?
PreEnroll's U.S. Patent No. 6,289,348 claims a method and system of electronically receiving and processing membership information of an organization. In non-legal terms the patent covers complete registration systems that includes integrated functionality such as roster and schedule management. To get a more precise understanding of what is covered, you are encouraged to read the full text as found on the United States Patent and Trademark Office website at United States Patent #6,289,348.

How do other systems compare with PreEnroll's patented system?
The United States patent process is very rigorous. The process takes over 2 years. Patents are only awarded for unique and innovative systems. After reviewing the complete text of the patent, we are confident that you will agree that the system is the quintessential online registration system. Some registration system providers may claim that their system does not violate our patent because it lacks key functionality, such as automatic roster management. These providers will always be limited in the functionality they provide. If a provider claims to offer the same functionality described in the patent, infringement liabilities may exist.

Can I use a system from another provider?
The patent excludes others from making, using, offering for sale, or selling a system that falls within the claims of the patent for a period of 20 years. Thus any organization that uses such a system, whether the system was developed internally or provided by a third-party, is infringing on the patent unless a license has been granted by PreEnroll. Willful patent infringement can subject the user and system provider to triple damages and attorney fees.

How will PreEnroll protect its patent rights?
PreEnroll has notified users and third-party providers of online registration systems that it owns an important patent in this area. PreEnroll may offer a license to organizations found to infringe on the patent if an appropriate agreement can be reached concerning the terms of the license. Otherwise the organizations will be asked to cease and desist the use or sale of the system.