The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has reinstated a ban on the importation of dermatology devices by Biofrontera, following a decisive intervention at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) which favored Sun Pharmaceuticals. This decision underscores the strength of Sun Pharmaceuticals’ patent position in the dermatological treatment sector, where it has held significant influence….
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit recently declined to reinstate a patent related to a pediatric vitamin D supplement. This decision followed the Patent Trial and Appeal Board’s earlier determination that certain claims of the patent lacked patentability. On review, the Federal Circuit found the board’s decision was supported by sound rationale,…
Micron Technology has secured a series of victories in its ongoing patent litigation against semiconductor company Netlist. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit recently upheld decisions by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) that invalidated five of Netlist’s patents related to computer memory technology, as reported by Law360. This decision marks…
Intellectual property law firm Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett & Dunner LLP has expanded its reach by establishing an office in Dallas, marking its first venture into the Texas legal market. This strategic move is guided by an experienced former regional director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The firm’s decision to enter Texas is…
In a strategic move to enhance its intellectual property practice, Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner LLP is establishing a new office in Dallas. This decision marks a notable expansion for the firm, known for its focus on IP law. Among the key figures leading this initiative is an ex-official from the United States Patent…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has increased its use of written opinions after criticism regarding its previous reliance on one-word rulings. This change follows calls for greater transparency, as stakeholders argued that minimal explanations left the reasoning behind decisions unclear, affecting public trust and legal predictability. The shift towards more detailed…
In a contentious legal clash that has captured the attention of the technology and legal sectors, Netflix and noted patent attorney Bill Ramey are embroiled in a high-stakes debate over attorney fees following a dismissed patent infringement lawsuit. Earlier, a California federal court deemed the case against Netflix as lacking merit, which catalyzed the dispute…
BMW is currently embroiled in a legal dispute with Broadcom, with the automaker seeking a declaration from a Texas federal court that it does not infringe on three communication technology patents owned by a Broadcom subsidiary. This legal challenge arises after Broadcom allegedly threatened litigation when BMW declined to renew a licensing agreement at significantly…
Unified Patents, along with Askeladden, a subsidiary of Clearing House Payments, and various industry groups, is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review the policies governing the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and its patent review authority. This initiative follows their involvement in a case initiated by Tesla, raising questions about the framework of…
A recent appeal before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has spotlighted significant concerns for patent owners regarding the marking of patented products. A patent licensing entity is challenging a ruling that imposes a requirement on patent owners to ensure licensees mark their products with patent information to secure presuit damages. This…
In a San Francisco federal court, California-based Eve Legal is challenging a patent lawsuit initiated by its Ohio competitor, AI.Law. The lawsuit revolves around AI.Law’s claims to a patent involving the use of artificial intelligence for drafting legal documents. Eve Legal contends that the patent lacks specificity, arguing it merely outlines the application of standard…
Allen & Overy Shearman Sterling has announced the addition of former Federal District Judge Alan Albright to its ranks, aiming to bolster its intellectual property and patent litigation capabilities. Albright, known for transforming the Western District of Texas into a leading venue for patent cases, joins the firm after four years on the federal bench….
Former U.S. District Judge Alan Albright has transitioned back to private practice, joining A&O Shearman as a partner in its intellectual property litigation team in Austin, Texas. This move follows his retirement from the federal bench in August 2026. Albright’s judicial career began in 1992 when he served as a U.S. Magistrate Judge for the…
In a significant move within the legal landscape, U.S. District Judge Alan Albright has transitioned from the bench back to private practice, taking up a partnership at A&O Shearman. He will be joining the firm’s intellectual property litigation team in Austin, Texas. The announcement has stirred interest across the legal community, given Albright’s reputation for…
Judge Alan Albright’s tenure in the Western District of Texas has been marked by a significant volume of patent litigation, culminating in 55 patent trials. An analysis of these trials reveals a nuanced landscape of outcomes for litigants. In August 2026, a jury found that GD Energy Products did not infringe a patent related to…
Judge Alan Albright’s tenure in the Western District of Texas has been marked by a significant volume of patent litigation, culminating in 55 trials that offer insight into the outcomes for litigants in his courtroom. Of the 55 patent trials overseen by Judge Albright, plaintiffs secured favorable verdicts in 11 out of 17 cases, with…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit recently affirmed that MSN Laboratories’ efforts to introduce a generic version of the cancer treatment Cabometyx, developed by Exelixis, will be on hold. This decision comes after the court rejected MSN’s challenge against the validity of three patents held by Exelixis on the drug. The ruling…
A recent sublicensing agreement between R.J. Reynolds Vapor Co. and Juul Labs Inc. has effectively relieved Reynolds of its obligation to pay ongoing royalties to Altria Client Services LLC. This development follows a North Carolina federal judge’s ruling after a jury found that Reynolds had infringed on Altria’s vape pen design. The outcome of this…
In a pivotal move within the ongoing litigation landscape, William Ramey of Ramey LLP has petitioned the full Federal Circuit to reevaluate a significant sanction order. Ramey is challenging his responsibility for over $207,000 in penalties tied to a patent infringement lawsuit involving his client and Volkswagen. The central argument revolves around whether his defective…
In a recent move, Kioxia Corp. has requested that a Texas federal court overturn a $229 million patent verdict awarded to Viasat Inc. The company contends that several procedural errors led to a jury decision that was fundamentally flawed. Kioxia argues that these errors unjustly influenced the outcome and is seeking either a new trial…
The Federal Circuit recently upheld a prior ruling by a lower court involving a patent infringement case against Samsung. The decision affirmed that Samsung did not infringe upon the mobile device technology patent in question. This conclusion was reached after Samsung presented substantial evidence contesting the allegations of infringement. The case, closely watched by those…
The Federal Circuit recently upheld the Patent Trial and Appeal Board’s decision to invalidate two patents and specific claims within a third patent related to graphical user interface technology developed by SpaceTime3D Inc. This verdict aligns with opposition from industry giants Apple and Google, further validating their challenges to SpaceTime3D’s intellectual property claims. The case…
In a pivotal decision, the Federal Circuit has set a precedent requiring patent owners to ensure that all licensees mark products with patent information to qualify for pre-suit damages. This ruling is expected to significantly influence patent licensing negotiations and provide defendants with opportunities to limit or evade damages. Legal professionals are closely analyzing the…
American Airlines is facing continued legal challenges as a Texas federal judge recently refused to dismiss a patent infringement lawsuit brought by Intellectual Ventures. The dispute centers on technology related to in-flight Wi-Fi services, a critical component in the modern aircraft experience. This development marks a significant step for Intellectual Ventures, a patent licensing company,…
Apple is facing a legal challenge in Texas federal court, where it has been accused of infringing on 5G technology patents. The lawsuit was filed by an affiliate of Longhorn IP, which claims that Apple’s iPhones and iPads incorporate technology that violates its intellectual property rights. This legal battle adds yet another layer of complexity…