One of the well known invention marketing (scam) company was ordered to pay $26 million by a Pennsylvania judge on March 17, 2006.

FEDERAL TRADE COMM v. DAVISON & ASSOCIATES, et al
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW. Signed by Judge Gary L. Lancaster on 3/17/06. http://inventnet.com/articles/Davison_Findings.pdf
ORDER for PERMANENT INJUNCTION. Signed by Judge Gary L. Lancaster on 3/17/06. http://inventnet.com/articles/Davison_Orde...rmanent_Inj.pdf
ORDER entering JUDGMENT in the amount of $26 million in favor of plaintiff and against defendants, jointly and severally, with the exception of defendant Miele-Davison, whose liability is limited to $8 million; Monies collected on this judgment shall be deposited by plaintiff into an interest bearing account for distribution pursuant to a disbursement plan to be approved by the court.
Signed by Judge Gary L. Lancaster on 3/17/06.
http://inventnet.com/articles/Davison_Order.pdf

Beware of others like them that are still in operation.