In a significant legal development, a Delaware federal judge overturned a $50 million patent infringement verdict against Amgen, a well-known name in the biotechnology sector. The decision arose after it was revealed that crucial information was intentionally withheld during the patent application process. This action was linked to an inventor associated with the German biotech…
In a recent legal development, a federal court in the Western District of Texas has chosen to retain a patent dispute involving Nvidia, a leader in the chipmaking industry, and a burgeoning artificial intelligence startup. The court denied a request to transfer the case to a federal court in California, concluding that litigating in Texas…
In a significant development for Nintendo Co. Ltd., the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) has sided with the Japanese gaming giant in a patent dispute concerning its globally popular gaming console, the Nintendo Switch. The panel determined that claims from two patents, which Nintendo was accused of infringing, were deemed obvious, according to recent…
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has introduced new regulations affecting Inter Partes Review (IPR) proceedings. As outlined in a recent memorandum titled “Enforcement and Non-Waiver of 37 C.F.R. § 42.104(B)(4) and Permissible Uses of General Knowledge in Inter Partes Reviews,” issued on July 31, these changes are set to reshape patent litigation strategies….
In a recent legal maneuver, Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corp. has urged the full Federal Circuit to review a panel’s decision that dismissed its challenge against the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) proceedings. The core of Dolby’s argument centers on a perceived denial of its right to identify the actual parties behind a petition aimed…
Verifone Inc., a global payment technology company, is facing a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Sovereign Peak Ventures LLC in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia. The suit alleges that Verifone’s devices with cellular capabilities infringe upon Sovereign Peak’s patents. This legal action adds to Verifone’s history of patent-related litigation. In…
A Florida federal judge has declined a request for a new trial in a patent infringement case involving bike wheel manufacturers, confirming the jury’s prior decision of no infringement. The dispute centers on allegations by one manufacturer that a competitor’s wheel design unlawfully copied their patented technology. This decision comes more than two years after…
Masimo Corporation has initiated legal proceedings against U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in a federal court in Washington, D.C., challenging the agency’s recent decision concerning Apple’s latest smartwatch model. According to Masimo, CBP’s ruling contradicts legal standards by allowing the import of Apple’s newly redesigned smartwatches, which Masimo claims should be barred due to…
In a legal confrontation poised to impact the burgeoning CBD industry, a lawsuit has been filed against a New York-based hemp manufacturer. The company is accused of utilizing patented extraction techniques without authorization to produce its vape cartridges, gummies, and prerolled joints. This suit, lodged in a federal court, underscores the escalating tensions surrounding intellectual…
In a significant development in the ongoing legal battle concerning Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccines, a federal judge has ruled against the U.S. government’s attempt to seal names and contact information of certain U.S. Department of the Army employees. This decision comes as part of a $5 billion patent lawsuit initiated by an mRNA vaccine developer, challenging…
The intersection of artificial intelligence and patent law is increasingly becoming a focal point of legal debate. A recent ruling by the Swiss Federal Administrative Court on June 26 underscores this issue, where an AI system known as DABUS was involved in a landmark case. The case, B-2532/2024, revolved around whether an AI could be…
Verizon and Headwater Research have reached a settlement following a $175 million jury verdict against the telecommunications giant. This verdict arose from allegations that Verizon had infringed on two wireless communications patents held by Headwater. This development marks the resolution of a closely watched legal battle in the tech industry, highlighting ongoing tensions around intellectual…
LegalZoom has expanded its intellectual property services to include patent filings through its Arizona-based law firm, LZ Legal Services. This new offering provides attorney-assisted provisional patent application services, aiming to make patent protection more accessible and affordable for businesses and inventors. According to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, 368,597 patents were granted between December…
LegalZoom, a prominent player in the online legal services market, recently announced the launch of a new patent filing service through its law firm, LZ Legal Services, based in Arizona. This move aims to provide an accessible alternative to traditional patent processes, catering to the needs of startups and small businesses seeking to protect their…
In a decisive move, the Federal Circuit has upheld the invalidation of Wilco Marsh Buggies and Draglines Inc.’s patent related to an excavator and dredging vehicle. This decision affirms the ruling of a Louisiana federal court, which found the patent’s claims void under the “on-sale bar” due to prior commerce activities in the 1990s. The…
In the ongoing legal battle involving in-flight connectivity, a federal judge in Texas has ruled against American Airlines’ attempt to dismiss several patent infringement claims related to technology enabling Wi-Fi connections aboard aircraft. The decision marks a significant development in a case that pits the airline industry against patent holders seeking royalties for widely used…
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has announced that, effective September 1, 2025, all Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) hearings will transition back to in-person proceedings. This shift marks a departure from the remote hearings that became standard during the COVID-19 pandemic. ([uspto.gov](https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/news-updates/uspto-returning-person-ptab-hearings?utm_source=openai)) Under the new directive, parties are expected to appear in…
Samsung Electronics has challenged a Texas federal court decision by requesting that the judge reject Maxell Ltd.’s attempt to increase a $112 million patent infringement verdict. Maxell claimed that Samsung’s infringement of its personal electronics patents was willful. However, Samsung argues that Maxell has not demonstrated that the company’s actions were egregious enough to justify…
Google and Samsung are joining forces to challenge the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) application of recent Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) guidance to already pending cases. The companies have filed a mandamus petition with the Federal Circuit to address the matter. This petition, crafted by the former solicitor of the USPTO, argues…
In a significant legal development, the U.S. Court of Federal Claims has dismissed claims from an Ohio-based company alleging NASA breached contracts related to the licensing and commercialization of sensor technology. The ruling concluded that NASA had fully met its contractual obligations before terminating the agreements. The Ohio company contended that NASA’s actions were contractually…
The Supreme Court of the United States is set to reconvene for its “long conference” on September 29, after its summer recess. This crucial meeting will determine which cases of potentially significant impact will be added to the docket for the next term. Among the numerous petitions, the National Law Journal highlights twelve notable cases…
The Federal Circuit recently upheld the Patent Trial and Appeal Board’s (PTAB) decision that invalidated certain claims of a DexCom patent related to glucose monitoring systems. DexCom, a leader in continuous glucose monitoring technology, had challenged the PTAB’s finding, asserting the decision was misinterpreted. However, the Federal Circuit found no fault in the PTAB’s interpretation,…
Latham & Watkins LLP has significantly bolstered its intellectual property litigation team by bringing on board attorney Perry Greenfield from White & Case LLP. This strategic move aims to enhance the firm’s capabilities in handling complex patent disputes in the Washington, D.C. office. Greenfield’s extensive experience in IP litigation is expected to provide a considerable…
In recent legal proceedings, a Florida federal court dismissed motions for sanctions against Tristar Products Inc. and its legal representative, Fried Frank Harris Shriver & Jacobson LLP. This ruling followed a contested anti-racketeering lawsuit concerning patent fraud against Telebrands Corp. Despite various deficiencies identified in the case, the court determined that the claims were not…
U.S. District Judge Alan Albright has decided that EcoFactor Inc. must wait for the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) to conclude its proceedings before he schedules a retrial focusing on the damages Google owes for infringing EcoFactor’s thermostat patent. This decision stems from a case where the Federal Circuit ordered a retrial to determine…