A California federal judge recently denied a motion by FaceTec, a biometric security company, to disqualify Morrison & Foerster LLP from representing a competitor in a patent infringement lawsuit. This decision follows the ouster of Perkins Coie, which initially faced a similar disqualification attempt. This ruling underscores the complex dynamics of legal representation in high-stakes…
In a recent development in the ongoing legal battles over drug patents, a New Jersey federal judge has reversed her previous decision, impacting Novartis’ efforts to prevent the sale of a generic version of its heart failure drug, Entresto. The judge acknowledged an error in her initial analysis of a trade dress claim, which had…
In a recent decision affecting a high-stakes patent litigation, a federal judge in Texas affirmed a magistrate judge’s ruling to disqualify WilmerHale attorneys from representing Verizon in its ongoing legal battle with Headwater Research LLC. The disqualification is rooted in a conflict of interest, as WilmerHale previously represented the owner of the patents under dispute….
In a recent legal development, organizations representing startups and intellectual property owners have urged the Federal Circuit to dismiss SAP America Inc.’s petition for mandamus. This petition challenges the discretionary denials policy managed by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The concerned parties argue that the USPTO’s decision-making fell within the scope of its…
The ongoing debate over the pricing of Xtandi, a prostate cancer medication developed at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and marketed by Pfizer, has intensified with renewed calls for the federal government to intervene by permitting generic competition. This development coincides with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s recent confirmation,…
A New Jersey federal judge has enacted a temporary injunction against several generic-drug manufacturers, preventing them from distributing their versions of a selenium injection treatment. This legal action arises amidst claims of patent infringement from American Regent Inc., the patent holder of the injectable selenium product. According to a recent report, the company’s legal team…
In the first half of 2025, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the U.S. Copyright Office have introduced several initiatives and policy changes that significantly impact intellectual property (IP) law and practice. In January, the USPTO unveiled its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy, aiming to integrate AI technologies into patent and trademark examination processes….
The first half of 2025 has been marked by significant developments within the United States’ intellectual property agencies, notably the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the U.S. Copyright Office. These changes encompass leadership transitions, policy revisions, and procedural updates, reflecting the evolving landscape of intellectual property law. Leadership Changes at the USPTO In…
In an ongoing patent infringement case, the owner of a location tracking patent has sought sanctions against Google, alleging discovery misconduct. The case, currently held in a New York federal court, accuses Google of swamping the plaintiff with a substantial volume of documents just as depositions were set to begin. The patent owner claims this…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has temporarily halted MSN Pharmaceuticals from launching a generic version of Novartis’ heart-failure medication, Entresto. This decision provides Novartis with a brief respite following a recent unfavorable ruling in a Delaware district court. On July 11, 2025, U.S. District Judge Richard Andrews in Delaware denied Novartis’…
Voxer, the developer behind the Walkie Talkie messaging app, has initiated legal proceedings against Google and Amazon in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware. The company alleges that both tech giants have infringed upon its network reception patents, the same patents that were central to a previous lawsuit against Meta Platforms Inc….
The Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) recently invalidated several claims within three nasal airway treatment patents held by Aerin Medical. This decision aligns with Neurent Medical’s challenge that the claims lacked novelty and were obvious. The contested patents were scrutinized under the agency’s procedure that allows third parties to challenge patent validity on grounds…
In a legal battle that underscores the complexities of intellectual property rights in the tech industry, TikTok and a Chinese company are embroiled in a dispute over ownership and use of video-editing technology. The conflict has surfaced through motions for summary judgment filed by both parties, each claiming stakes over the technology’s inception and use….
In a significant development in the ongoing litigation between Verizon and Headwater Research, a federal magistrate judge in Texas has disqualified the law firm WilmerHale from representing the telecommunications giant. This decision was made just before what promised to be a contentious trial over allegations that Verizon had infringed on patents related to wireless communications…
A recent decision by a federal magistrate judge in Texas has led to the disqualification of the law firm WilmerHale from representing telecommunications giant Verizon in an upcoming trial. The case centers on allegations that Verizon infringed on patents related to wireless communications owned by Headwater Research. This ruling came just as the trial was…
On July 14, 2025, the acting director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) expressed concerns about an emerging international treaty focused on the protection of indigenous knowledge in patent applications. This stance challenges a proposal that seeks to mandate patent applicants to disclose whether their inventions incorporate traditional knowledge from indigenous communities. The…
A Texas federal jury recently determined that T-Mobile must pay $2 million to an Irish company after deciding that the telecommunications giant’s use of Ericsson base stations infringed on the company’s patent. This decision marks a significant moment in the ongoing tensions between tech companies over the deployment and use of 5G technology. The plaintiff,…
The Federal Circuit has reaffirmed the Patent Trial and Appeal Board’s (PTAB) decision to invalidate a Johnson & Johnson subsidiary’s patent pertaining to a catheter device used for clearing clogged arteries. Abbott Laboratories had contested the patent, arguing that the stated invention was already recognized as an earlier creation within the patent itself. This ruling…
Following a favorable ruling from the Federal Circuit, Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen subsidiaries have initiated lawsuits against Sun Pharma in federal courts in New Jersey and Delaware. These legal actions were prompted by Sun Pharma’s intent to market generic versions of Janssen’s schizophrenia medication, Invega Sustenna. Janssen’s recent victory at the Federal Circuit reinforced its…
In a noteworthy legal development, a federal judge in New Jersey has dismissed allegations against DraftKings Inc., concerning the unauthorized use of patented features in its mobile sports betting and fantasy game application. The ruling came after WinView Inc. accused DraftKings of infringing on its patents, claiming that key elements of their application had been…
IonQ, a significant player in the quantum computing industry, has announced the appointment of Tom Jones, a seasoned technology legal expert, as their new Chief Legal Officer (CLO). This move comes as IonQ continues to bolster its executive team amidst growing interest and investment in quantum technologies. Tom Jones brings with him extensive experience from…
The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence into hardware has intensified focus on branding and intellectual property. Recent legal disputes involving OpenAI underscore the critical importance of robust brand protection strategies. In June 2025, AI hardware startup iyO Inc. filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against OpenAI and designer Jony Ive. The contention arose after OpenAI announced…
Artificial intelligence continues to reshape the landscape of intellectual property and intangible assets, driving substantial growth that outpaces traditional physical asset investments. Recent findings highlight that investments in software, brands, and patents have expanded over three times faster than physical assets since 2008, according to a recent report by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)….
A California federal judge has sanctioned Texas attorney Bill Ramey for violating a protective order by sharing Netflix Inc.’s confidential information with litigation funder AiPi LLC. However, the judge declined to hold him in contempt. Judge Jon S. Tigar of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California found Ramey’s justification for disclosing…
Recent developments in U.S. intellectual property (IP) policy signal a more favorable environment for patent holders in the high-tech sector. Changes within the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), coupled with broader regulatory initiatives, are poised to enhance protections for patent owners. The USPTO has introduced interim processes that could reduce the role of the…