EmblemHealth is making a significant legal move in its ongoing dispute with AstraZeneca’s unit Alexion Pharmaceuticals. The nonprofit insurer has petitioned a federal judge in Massachusetts to allow an appeal to the First Circuit. This appeal challenges a decision that significantly reduced the scope of its class action suit, alleging that Alexion utilized questionable patent…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit recently scrutinized a patent lawyer who had previously been sanctioned for misconduct. During the session, the panel of judges questioned the lawyer’s behavior and explored whether additional disciplinary actions might be warranted to address the issues raised. In a detailed examination, the court focused on specific…
In a decisive legal victory for Green Revolution Cooling Inc., U.S. District Judge Alan Albright has dismissed a patent infringement case that accused the company of violating a competitor’s patent related to electronics cooling products used in data centers. The ruling, delivered just before the trial was to commence next month, signifies a substantial legal…
Abiomed, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson MedTech, remains embroiled in a legal confrontation after a Massachusetts federal judge declined to dismiss claims regarding an alleged patent infringement. The case centers on a blood pump technology contested by Atrium Medical Corp., a unit of Getinge AB, a Swedish medical device company. This legal proceeding unfolds…
As the landscape of executive compensation in the corporate legal sector continues to evolve, Merck’s General Counsel, Scott Marrs, stands out, earning over $5.8 million in total compensation for 2025. This figure underscores the increasing value that pharmaceutical giants place on legal expertise in navigating regulatory challenges and complex global markets. The compensation package reflects…
The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has commenced an investigation following allegations from Belkin that a competitor is importing and distributing screen protectors that infringe on three of its patents. This move underscores the growing focus on intellectual property rights within the consumer electronics accessories market. Belkin, a prominent player in the accessory sector, claims…
In a pivotal legal dispute, PNC Bank has urged the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold a decision by the Federal Circuit that nullified a series of $233 million patent infringement verdicts initially decided in favor of the United Services Automobile Association (USAA). The crux of the argument centers around the nature of USAA’s patents, which…
A recent session at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit became a scene of evident frustration as judges engaged with attorneys from Purdue Pharma LP and Accord Healthcare Inc. The legal debate centered around whether a Delaware district court’s decision to invalidate Purdue’s abuse-deterrence patent was adequately specific in its reasoning. Judges…
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is implementing a significant procedural change that could reshape the landscape of patent law by potentially decreasing the number of ex parte reexamination filings. This new procedure allows patent owners to respond directly to reexamination requests, adding a crucial opportunity for defense before any action is taken. Legal…
Starbucks Corp. has decided to withdraw its lawsuit against two Irish entities that it had accused of violating Washington State’s laws concerning “bad faith” patent claims. This legal move came to light with a joint motion filed in a Washington federal court that requested the dismissal of the case. The lawsuit’s termination signifies a strategic…
Samsung Electronics Co. has announced its intention to seek a new trial following a jury’s decision in the Eastern District of Texas that found the company liable for $78.5 million. This verdict stems from allegations that Samsung infringed on patents related to automatic content recognition technology, specifically used for commercial advertising purposes. The tech giant…
In a recent development, judges on the Federal Circuit have scrutinized the jury instructions and forms used in a case involving ecobee Technologies. The company, found liable for patent infringement in a dispute over smart thermostat technology with Ollnova Technologies, is facing questions over the $11.5 million damages awarded against it. The court’s analysis is…
Optis Wireless Technologies is seeking a fourth trial against Apple after a jury in a Texas federal court cleared the tech giant of patent infringement allegations in a recent trial. This follows Optis’ effort to secure a favorable judgment or a retrial, as reported by Law360. The case centers on alleged infringement of 4G network…
The impending Supreme Court case Amarin Pharmaceuticals Inc. v. Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. has captivated the legal community, focusing on a critical aspect of patent law: the interpretation of “skinny labels” in pharmaceuticals. As the oral arguments approach, industry observers and legal professionals are closely examining the divergent strands of intellectual property law that the…
The U.S. Department of Justice has intervened in a closely watched case involving Samsung Electronics Co. and Netlist Inc., addressing crucial issues surrounding standard-essential patents. The DOJ submitted a statement to a Delaware federal court arguing that the inclusion of a patent in a standard does not inherently confer market power to the patent holder….
In a recent development in the legal battle between Samsung and Netlist, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) weighed in on a crucial issue concerning patent rights. The DOJ informed a Delaware federal court that merely including a patent in an industry standard does not inherently grant the patent holder undue market power. This assertion…
In a recent decision from the Delaware federal court, the patent litigation involving Kaneka Corp. and a nutritional supplement manufacturer has taken a notable turn. The court ruled that most of the redesigned versions of the contested supplement do not infringe on Kaneka’s patent. However, the situation surrounding the previous versions of the product, which…
In a notable move by the U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation, patent infringement suits involving a gun trigger company have been consolidated in the Eastern District of Texas. This decision follows the company’s recent agreement with the Trump administration and aims to streamline proceedings by choosing a venue deemed convenient for both parties and…
The Delaware Supreme Court recently reinstated a $12.8 million patent award in favor of LG Electronics, marking a significant turn in a protracted patent licensing dispute. The court determined that the lower tribunal had overstepped its mandate by reducing the jury’s verdict and ignoring crucial financial enhancements. This decision underscores the judiciary’s role in adjudicating…
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), under the direction of John Squires, has initiated a rehearing to evaluate the Patent Trial and Appeal Board’s (PTAB) prior decision to invalidate a patent concerning animal herd management. This move underscores the continued scrutiny and importance of intellectual property rights in the agricultural sector. The rehearing reflects…
Cisco Systems’ recent victory in a long-standing patent dispute is under renewed scrutiny as the Federal Circuit reevaluates the case. The Virginia district court had previously ruled in favor of Cisco, determining no infringement on three cybersecurity patents held by Centripetal Networks. This decision followed the nullification of a prior multibillion-dollar judgment due to a…
In a significant move within the rapidly growing sport of pickleball, a Maryland-based manufacturer has raised allegations against major competitors like Adidas and Franklin, claiming they have infringed on its patents. The complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), aiming to halt the importation of paddles that allegedly violate two specific patents…
The Federal Circuit has decided against revisiting a Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) ruling regarding a contested patent amendment from Digital Turbine Inc. The appeal, pushed by competitor ironSource Ltd., was dismissed on the basis that ironSource lacked the necessary standing to challenge the decision in court, as reported by Law360. This ruling emphasizes…
The Federal Circuit recently affirmed the Patent Trial and Appeal Board’s (PTAB) decision, which invalidated a series of patents related to cooling systems for electronic displays asserted against Samsung. This ruling marks a significant development in the ongoing battle over display technology dominance, which holds considerable importance for consumer electronics companies worldwide. The PTAB initially…
In a recent ruling, a federal judge has decided not to disqualify the law firm Morgan Lewis & Bockius from representing a client in the ongoing smart-glasses patent dispute. The decision came after a challenge was raised regarding a potential conflict of interest due to the firm’s previous work on corporate law issues for the…