After successfully fending off a patent infringement suit from headphone maker Taction Technology Inc., tech titan Apple Inc. is now seeking compensation to cover its legal expenses. As presented in a recent request lodged with a California federal judge, Apple is requesting a sum of approximately $5 million to cover attorney fees and expert costs incurred during the litigation process.
In their legal defense, Apple’s team made allegations against Taction, with claims that the headphone manufacturer had engaged in “unreasonable” litigation tactics. It was these tactics, Apple insists, that led to the tech giant being hit with a hefty bill for attorney fees and expert costs. As such, they are now pleading their case before the court, hoping to receive reimbursement for those significant expenses.
Subject to court approval, this recent move by Apple may shed light on the financial implications of litigation for companies embroiled in such legal scenarios; and in particular, the burdens experienced by those defending against claims of patent infringement.
More details about Apple’s court case against Taction Technology Inc. can be found on Law360.