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US Patent Office Director Upholds Decision, Rejects Sinclair’s Bid to Challenge Hydrafacial Patent Amid ITC Proceedings

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

In a significant decision last week, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Director John Squires reaffirmed his stance on the intersection of intellectual property rights and international trade. Squires rejected Sinclair Pharma Ltd.’s petition to reopen its challenge against a patent held by Hydrafacial LLC concerning skin treatment methods. The denial comes after Squires initially terminated…

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Federal Circuit Upholds Sanctions Against Patent Attorney for Unauthorized Practice

Pieter Gunst6 months ago02 mins

The Federal Circuit Court has decided against granting a stay for William P. Ramey III, a patent litigator who was recently sanctioned by a California court. This decision mandates Ramey to self-report his sanctions to various disciplinary authorities and settle a hefty attorney fee totaling $171,000. The California court’s sanction stemmed from allegations that Ramey…

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Winston & Strawn Strengthens Dallas Office with Key IP Litigation Hire from Sidley Austin

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

Winston & Strawn LLP has recently expanded its litigation and intellectual property (IP) capabilities with the recruitment of a seasoned trial lawyer from Sidley Austin LLP. This strategic hire adds depth to their Dallas office, as the new partner brings extensive experience in handling complex IP litigation cases. The move comes amid growing demand for…

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Idaho Jury Orders $570,000 Penalty in Landmark Synthetic Siding Patent Infringement Case

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

In a pivotal legal development, an Idaho federal jury has ruled that a house siding company must pay nearly $570,000 for infringing on three patents concerning synthetic log house siding technology. This decision marks a substantial win for the patent holder, emphasizing the protection of intellectual property rights in the construction materials industry. The case…

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Womble Bond Dickinson Bolsters Baltimore Office with Key Patent Partner Addition to Strengthen IP Practice

Pieter Gunst6 months ago02 mins

Womble Bond Dickinson has made a strategic addition to its Baltimore office with the recruitment of Michael Stone as a patent partner. Stone’s arrival signals the firm’s commitment to strengthening its intellectual property practice in a region known for its innovation and technological growth. Stone brings a wealth of experience in patent law, particularly in…

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Zillow Seeks Dismissal of IBM’s User Sign-On Patent Lawsuit in Washington Federal Court

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

Zillow has recently petitioned a Washington federal court to dismiss IBM Corp.’s lawsuit, which claims that the real estate platform infringes on a patent related to user sign-on technology. Zillow’s argument centers around the assertion that their platform requires users to log in through an “overt action” that contradicts the conditions specified in IBM’s patent….

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U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Engages Tech Leaders on PTAB Discretionary Denial Policies

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

In recent discussions, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Deputy Director Coke Morgan Stewart engaged with representatives from leading technology companies, including Apple, Nokia, and InterDigital, to navigate the intricacies of the discretionary denial policy at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). This meeting aimed to find a consensus on the application of PTAB’s discretion,…

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U.S. Supreme Court Urged to Review Suspension of Longest-Serving Federal Judge Judy Newman’s Appeal on Judicial Independence

Pieter Gunst6 months ago04 mins

A coalition comprising former clerks of Federal Circuit Judge Pauline Newman and ex-federal judges has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to review the suspension imposed on Judge Newman by her peers. The group contends that the suspension, which has sidelined the 98-year-old judge since September 2023, raises significant questions about judicial independence and the proper…

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Federal Circuit Upholds BMW’s Legal Victory in Cross-Border U.S. Patent Dispute

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

The recent decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit to grant BMW’s motion to dismiss Onesta IP’s appeal signals a notable development in the legal landscape concerning cross-border intellectual property disputes. The appeal, which sought to overturn an injunction preventing Onesta IP from litigating against BMW in Germany over U.S. patents,…

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Netflix Seeks $3 Million in Legal Fees Following Patent Dispute Ruling Against Finnish National

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

Netflix is seeking $3 million in legal fees from a Finnish national and his former attorney at Ramey LLP, following the resolution of a patent dispute. The legal maneuver comes after Ramey LLP was fined $95,000 due to conduct that led to the sanction. This case highlights the substantial financial burdens associated with defending patent…

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USPTO Faces Pressure to Integrate Patent Valuation in Prosecution Process

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is currently facing calls to allow inventors to incorporate patent valuation during the patent prosecution process. This development has the potential to reshape the way intellectual property is assessed, understood, and leveraged in the commercial sphere. The proposal suggests that inventors should have the opportunity to demonstrate…

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Kawasaki Seeks to Double $48 Million Jury Award in Patent Infringement Row with Rorze

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd. has taken a bold step in the legal arena by requesting a California federal court to enhance the $48 million jury award it secured last month. This move stems from a patent infringement lawsuit against the Japanese technology company Rorze Corporation. Kawasaki contends that the infringement by Rorze was egregious enough…

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GSK and Moderna Ordered to Share Key Data in Ongoing Vaccine Patent Dispute

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

The legal conflict between GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) and Moderna has taken a significant turn as a special master presiding over discovery disputes in the cases concerning both companies’ COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus vaccines recently issued an order unsealed on Monday. The directive compels both pharmaceutical giants to exchange critical information, notably financial data and licensing…

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Winston & Strawn Expands IP Practice with New Partner Aimee Fagan in Dallas Office

Pieter Gunst6 months ago02 mins

Winston & Strawn LLP has made a significant addition to its intellectual property (IP) practice by welcoming Aimee Fagan as a partner in its Dallas office. This strategic move is part of the firm’s ongoing effort to enhance its capabilities in IP litigation and related areas. Aimee Fagan brings with her extensive experience in handling…

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McDermott Will & Emery Strengthens Life Sciences Practice with Strategic Partner Additions from Schulte Roth & Zabel

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

In a notable expansion of its life sciences capabilities, McDermott Will & Emery has announced the addition of two new partners: Sarah Caggiano and Karen Cadwell from Schulte Roth & Zabel. This strategic move underscores McDermott’s focused commitment to strengthening its presence in the competitive life sciences sector. Sarah Caggiano, an established figure in intellectual…

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Supreme Court Declines to Review Malpractice Case Against Akin Gump in DNA Patent Dispute

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to review a former Cornell University graduate student’s attempt to revive his malpractice lawsuit against Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. This decision marks the end of a long-standing dispute stemming from a patent litigation case against Illumina Inc., focused on DNA sequencing intellectual property. Details surrounding this…

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Supreme Court Rejects Appeal in Cornell Grad’s Malpractice Case Against Akin Gump

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

In a significant decision impacting intellectual property law, the U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a petition from a former Cornell University graduate student alleging malpractice by Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. This decision effectively ends the student’s pursuit of reviving a lawsuit linked to patent litigation with Illumina Inc., which centered…

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Supreme Court Declines ‘Rapunzel’ Case, Affirming Limited Consumer Standing in Trademark Disputes

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

The U.S. Supreme Court recently decided against reviewing a law professor’s trademark appeal concerning the use of the name “Rapunzel.” This decision effectively upholds a ruling by the Federal Circuit that consumers do not possess the standing to challenge generic trademarks at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. This development raises important questions regarding the…

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Polsinelli PC Faces Malpractice Lawsuits Over Alleged Misuse of Patent Infringement Letters

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

National law firm Polsinelli PC faces allegations of misconduct involving the issuance of unwarranted patent infringement letters to two medical device companies. These allegations have taken the form of malpractice lawsuits lodged against the firm, according to recent legal filings. The suits contend that Polsinelli’s actions caused significant harm to the companies involved, casting a…

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U.S. ITC Lifts Apple Watch Import Ban After Redesign Avoids Masimo Patents

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has given Apple the green light to import its redesigned Apple Watch, as it no longer infringes patents held by Masimo Corp. This decision marks the conclusion of a protracted legal battle that began when an import ban was imposed on certain Apple Watch models in 2023 due to…

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Decline in AIA Petitions Spurs Increased Use of Reexaminations Amid US Patent Policy Shift

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

The landscape for patent disputes in the United States is shifting significantly, as recent data reflects a decline in petitions under the America Invents Act (AIA) while reexamination requests are on the rise. The trend highlights the impact of policy changes implemented by U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Director John Squires. In the first…

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Federal Jury Clears Riot Platforms of Patent Infringement in Key Cooling Technology Case

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

In a significant decision, a federal jury in the Western District of Texas has cleared Riot Platforms of allegations of patent infringement. The legal dispute centered around claims made by Green Revolution Cooling Inc., which accused Riot of using patented methods to cool electronics at data centers. After deliberation, the jury found no infringement by…

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Google Prevails in Patent Dispute: Delaware Judge Invalidates Targeted Advertising Software Claim

Pieter Gunst6 months ago02 mins

In a decisive legal victory for Google, a Delaware federal judge ruled that the final claim in a patent infringement suit concerning targeted advertising software is invalid. The determination was made on the basis that the claim in question was deemed abstract and lacked an inventive step. This case marks the culmination of a legal…

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Australian High Court Ruling Signals Shift in Global Software Patent Strategies

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

In February 2026, the High Court of Australia made a significant decision that could have broad implications for the technology and gaming sectors worldwide. The court refused to grant special leave to hear an appeal in Commissioner of Patents v. Aristocrat Technologies Australia Proprietary Ltd., centered on patents for electronic gaming machines. This action effectively…

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PTAB Reviews of Cellspin Patents Spotlight Ongoing Tech Industry Patent Tensions

Pieter Gunst6 months ago03 mins

In a recent development, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) has initiated reviews concerning the validity of three patents held by Cellspin Soft Inc. The focus of these evaluations is on patents pivotal to the company’s technology for publishing data on websites. This move comes after Cellspin successfully circumvented previous challenges from TikTok, raising…