The legal landscape in London experienced several significant developments this past week. Notably, Pogust Goodhead is embroiled in a legal confrontation with mining behemoth BHP Group. Concurrently, Trainline initiated a procurement claim against the Department for Transport, while Sworders auction house took legal action against Conservative peer Patricia Rawlings. Additionally, Nokia faces a patents claim…
The Neil Jones Food Co.’s defense counsel is facing scrutiny after a California federal judge questioned their use of a nearly identical motion that had previously been filed—and lost—by another firm in a separate district case. The conduct, which the judge criticized as “sweeping copy and paste,” has raised concerns over legal practices regarding motion…
In this week’s recognition of exceptional legal accomplishments, WilmerHale stands out in Law360’s Legal Lions of the Week. The firm successfully advocated for Apple in a patent infringement case, resulting in the Federal Circuit vacating a $300 million jury verdict. The infringement verdict was overturned on the grounds of erroneous instructions from a Texas federal…
In a recent development in the ongoing antitrust case between Samsung and ZTE, a California federal judge has delivered a stern admonition to the legal teams involved. The dispute revolves around the licensing practices of standard essential patents. The judge has instructed the attorneys not to contact court staff about the status of their pending…
Regeneron Inc. has filed a motion seeking the disqualification of the prestigious law firm Kirkland & Ellis from representing Novartis AG in an ongoing antitrust and patent litigation. The motion arises out of concerns that Kirkland & Ellis, having previously worked for Regeneron, has switched allegiances in a manner that presents a conflict of interest….
In a significant shift within the legal landscape in Paris, Frédéric Chevallier, previously the co-head of intellectual property at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, has joined the ranks of McDermott Will & Emery. Chevallier is noted for his expertise in leading cross-border patent litigation, especially before the Unified Patent Court. This move is part of broader…
The legal landscape in London has grown more intricate over the past week, with a series of notable disputes capturing attention. Among these, a conflict has emerged between Tottenham Hotspur FC and Manchester United co-owner Ineos Automotive, following a deteriorated sponsorship agreement. This development adds to the litany of legal battles involving high-profile sporting entities…
In the dynamic landscape of intellectual property law, the expertise of Fish & Richardson continues to stand out. Once again, the firm has taken the top position in terms of appearances in front of the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) over the last three years. This distinction underscores the firm’s consistent involvement in high-profile…
The number of petitions filed with the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) increased last year, echoing a similar rise in federal court litigation. This trend indicates a stabilization in activity levels at the board. These findings are detailed in a recent report from Law360, highlighting the dynamics of patent filings and their implications for…
Brown Rudnick has enhanced its Patent Trial and Appeals Board (PTAB) practice by appointing Eugene Goryunov as a partner and co-chair, a strategic move the firm announced recently. Based in Washington, Goryunov brings a wealth of experience in handling post-grant review trials and patent litigation, particularly in sectors such as consumer goods, networking, and medical…
The ongoing legal controversy involving Oxford Risk Management has stirred significant ripples across the litigation finance sector, an industry privately assessed at an estimated $15 billion. This development is poised to impact numerous high-profile transactions, ranging from litigation funding to patent acquisitions. In essence, the case underscores the ramifications of the insurer’s decision to reposition…
Rabicoff Law LLC has emerged once again as the front-runner in patent litigation, particularly for patent plaintiffs, according to an analytical report by Lex Machina. Demonstrating their dominance in the field, Rabicoff Law has more than doubled its case filings from 2023 to 2024. This increase underscores the firm’s strategic positioning and growth within this…
The landscape of patent litigation in the United States has seen a significant shift, with the number of new patent suits filed in 2024 rising by 22.2% compared to the previous year. This marks a recovery from what was considered a historically slow period for such cases. Notably, the Eastern District of Texas (EDTX) has…
A federal judge in Massachusetts has temporarily stayed a patent dispute between Nike and New Balance Athletics concerning Nike’s “Flyknit” footwear technology. The decision comes as the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) is set to decide on challenges against six of the nine patents involved in the case. The…
Under the patent marking statute, 35 U.S.C. §287, patentees are precluded from recovering pre-suit damages unless they mark their patent-practicing products or provide actual notice of infringement. However, ambiguity arises when the marking obligation begins only shortly before a filing, within the six-year pre-suit window. The issue has created a split among district courts on…
Alibaba Cloud US LLC has requested a dismissal of Cooperative Entertainment Inc.’s patent infringement lawsuit due to the litigation conduct of Texas attorney Bill Ramey. The company filed a motion for sanction of dismissal on June 6 in the US District Court for the Northern District of California, following Ramey’s attempts to negotiate a settlement…
In a recent strategic move, Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton has expanded its capabilities in intellectual property by recruiting three seasoned partners from Perkins Coie. The firm announced that David Fournier, Allison Glasunow, and Kourtney Mueller Merrill have joined their intellectual property practice group and life sciences industry team based in Washington, D.C. David Fournier…
The legal landscape for patent owners facing challenges to their pre-AIA patents necessitates a thorough understanding of the requirements needed to antedate and remove prior art. This multifaceted process is dissected in the second part of a detailed examination of swearing behind asserted prior art in PTAB proceedings. The discussion centers on nuanced legal requirements…
The Unified Patent Court’s (UPC) upcoming arbitration centre, set to launch in 2026, is making its entrance into an already saturated patent dispute resolution market. Split between Lisbon, Portugal, and Ljubljana, Slovenia, the centre aims to resolve conflicts involving European and unitary patents. Its strategic proximity to the UPC may attract some litigants; however, skepticism…
In a recent development within the legal sector, biometric security firm FaceTec has appealed to a California federal judge to disqualify Morrison & Foerster LLP from representing identity verification platform Jumio in an ongoing patent dispute. The argument centers on the claim that Morrison & Foerster’s representation is allegedly “tainted” due to the involvement of…
“`html In a recent legal confrontation, a trio of Federal Circuit judges subjected William P. Ramey III, a prominent Texas-based patent lawyer, to an intense inquiry. The issues at hand concerned Ramey’s push to nullify over $250,000 in sanctions that had been awarded to technology giant Google LLC. The penalties stemmed from actions characterized by…
As businesses increasingly embrace artificial intelligence for brand development, the use of AI-generated logos poses significant challenges in the realm of intellectual property (IP). The issue primarily lies in the distinction between the protections afforded by trademark and copyright laws. While an AI-generated logo can be registered as a trademark, its eligibility for copyright protection…
The U.S. Supreme Court recently opted not to hear a race discrimination case involving a Black dancer, resulting in notable objections from Justices Ketanji Brown Jackson and Sonia Sotomayor. The Justices criticized the Fifth Circuit’s decision, labeling it as “patently erroneous.” The case involved questions regarding the timeliness of the discrimination suit filed by the…
In a strategic move to bolster its intellectual property capabilities, Honigman LLP has announced the recruitment of Joseph Mahoney and Erick Palmer as partners to its IP litigation practice group in Chicago. The announcement, made by the firm on Monday, marks a significant enhancement of their life sciences sector expertise. Mahoney comes equipped with a…
“`html In a significant development in the prolonged patent dispute over semiconductor technology between Intel Corp. and VLSI Technology, a federal jury in Austin, Texas, rendered a decision favoring Intel. The jury concluded that Fortress Investment Group, based in New York, exercises control over VLSI Technology and Finjan Holdings, both located in San Jose, California….