Schwan’s Seeks Dismissal of Conagra’s Late Expert Reports in Trade Secret Dispute

In a developing legal confrontation, Schwan’s Company has requested that a Minnesota federal judge dismiss late-stage expert reports and related documents introduced by Conagra Brands. The dispute centers on alleged trade secret violations involving the employment of a former Schwan’s scientist by Conagra. Schwan’s argues that Conagra’s submission of these new damages theories and evidence post-discovery is akin to “trial by ambush,” an accusation that significantly shapes the case’s dynamics. Schwan’s motion for dismissal highlights the challenges corporations face when litigating intellectual property disputes, particularly in strategic areas like expert testimony and evidentiary timing. For further details on the unfolding case, visit the full article on Law360.