Patent

LegalZoom Expands Patent Filing Services, Aiming to Democratize Intellectual Property Protection

Pieter Gunst04 mins

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…

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Federal Judge Upholds Patent Infringement Case Against American Airlines Over In-Flight Wi-Fi Technology

Pieter Gunst03 mins

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…

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USPTO to Reinstate In-Person Patent Hearings in 2025 Amid Mixed Reactions

Pieter Gunst03 mins

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…

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Samsung Fights Attempt to Increase $112M Patent Verdict in Maxell Infringement Case

Pieter Gunst03 mins

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…

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U.S. Court Validates NASA’s Contract Termination with Ohio Firm, Dismantling Breach Allegations

Pieter Gunst02 mins

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…

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Supreme Court Long Conference: Key Cases on Affirmative Action, Emissions, Patents, and Privacy Set to Shape Legal Landscape

Pieter Gunst04 mins

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…

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Federal Circuit Upholds PTAB Decision Against DexCom in Glucose Monitoring Patent Case

Pieter Gunst03 mins

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,…

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Latham & Watkins Strengthens IP Litigation Team with Strategic Hire in Washington, D.C.

Pieter Gunst03 mins

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…

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Florida Federal Court Dismisses Sanctions Against Tristar and Fried Frank in Patent Fraud RICO Case

Pieter Gunst03 mins

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…

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Navigating Patent Claim Invalidity: The Role of Courts and the PTAB in Shaping Patent Jurisprudence

Pieter Gunst03 mins

In patent litigation, determining the “invalidity” of a claim is a nuanced process that varies significantly depending on the forum in which it is contested. The concept of invalidity can differ across courts and administrative bodies, affecting how and where patent claims can be asserted or invalidated in the future. One of the central players…

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King & Spalding Expands IP Litigation Expertise with Strategic Hiring from Goodwin Procter

Pieter Gunst03 mins

In a strategic move to bolster its capabilities in handling high-stakes intellectual property disputes, King & Spalding LLP has acquired two experienced litigators from Goodwin Procter LLP. The addition is aimed at strengthening the firm’s business litigation practice group, with a focus on enhancing its prowess in patent and trade secrets litigation, a domain critical…

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Federal Court Dismisses Sanctions Against Tristar Products in High-Stakes Patent Fraud Litigation

Pieter Gunst03 mins

In a recent legal development, a Florida federal court has dismissed sanctions motions against Tristar Products Inc. and their legal representatives at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP. The case involved a fraught anti-racketeering and patent fraud lawsuit targeting Telebrands Corporation. The court’s decision highlighted the existence of “myriad” flaws and instances of “sloppy…

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Judge Albright’s Dismissal of Fintiv Allegations Highlights Challenges in Patent Infringement Cases Against Apple

Pieter Gunst03 mins

In a recent decision, Judge Alan Albright of the Western District of Texas provided clarity on why he dismissed certain infringement allegations against Apple in the ongoing Fintiv case. The dispute centers around Apple’s use of Apple Pay and Apple Wallet features, which Fintiv claims infringe on its mobile wallet patent. Judge Albright concluded that…

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King & Spalding Strengthens IP Litigation Practice with Experienced Partners from Goodwin Procter

Pieter Gunst03 mins

King & Spalding has made a strategic enhancement to its intellectual property litigation practice with the addition of two seasoned partners from Goodwin Procter. The firm announced that Allen Wang and Bobby Ghajar, both distinguished by their expertise in high-stakes patent and trademark disputes, have joined their Los Angeles and Silicon Valley offices. This move…

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Buchalter Expands Intellectual Property Expertise with Key Hire of H. James Abe in Los Angeles Office

Pieter Gunst03 mins

Buchalter has strengthened its intellectual property practice by hiring H. James Abe as an IP shareholder in its Los Angeles office. This move is seen as part of the firm’s broader strategy to expand its capabilities in a rapidly evolving legal environment, where intellectual property concerns are increasingly crucial for corporate clients. H. James Abe…

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USPTO’s Discretionary Power Shift: A New Era in Patent Petition Denials and Implications for IP Strategy

Pieter Gunst04 mins

In a significant move affecting patent litigation, Acting U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Director Coke Morgan Stewart recently invoked her discretionary power to deny numerous petitions challenging patents. This action, underscoring the agency’s strategic focus, highlights the evolving landscape of patent reviews and denotes an increasing use of discretion in legal decision-making processes. A select…

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Delaware Jury Awards $9.5 Million to Globus Medical in Spinal Implant Patent Case Against Life Spine Inc.

Pieter Gunst03 mins

A Delaware federal jury has determined that Life Spine Inc., a manufacturer in the medical technology sector, is responsible for paying $9.5 million for infringing on a patent owned by Globus Medical Inc. related to components utilized in expandable spinal implant devices. This ruling underscores the ongoing patent litigation landscape within the medical device industry,…

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FTC Cracks Down on Pharmaceutical Patent Practices Amid Concerns Over Drug Pricing

Pieter Gunst04 mins

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has intensified its scrutiny of pharmaceutical companies’ patent practices, particularly concerning the listing of patents in the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Orange Book. This registry is pivotal for generic drug manufacturers, as it outlines patents associated with approved drugs. The FTC’s concern is that some companies may be listing…

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AstraZeneca Settles $51.4 Million Lawsuit Over Alleged Pay-For-Delay Tactics With Seroquel XR

Pieter Gunst03 mins

Drug wholesalers have approached a Delaware federal court to seek final approval for a $51.4 million settlement with AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP and Handa Pharmaceuticals LLC. The settlement aims to resolve allegations that AstraZeneca engaged in “pay-for-delay” tactics to maintain exclusivity for its brand-name antipsychotic drug, Seroquel XR, by compensating generic producers, including Handa, to defer…

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USPTO Reconsiders Amazon’s Patent Dispute, Highlighting Tech Industry’s Legal Complexities

Pieter Gunst03 mins

The acting head of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), Drew Hirshfeld, has recently decided to revisit Amazon’s challenge regarding a patent concerning mobile phone operations in the cloud. This decision comes after the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) previously denied Amazon’s request for a review. Hirshfeld identified issues in the PTAB’s analytical…

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