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Ninth Circuit Rejects Patent Misuse Defense in Minimum Royalty Dispute, Setting Up Potential Supreme Court Review

Patent misuse disputes can arise in contexts beyond the Federal Circuit's jurisdiction, as seen in C.R. Bard, Inc. v. Atrium Medical Corp.

Estoppel Timing and Procedural Traps in Patent Challenges

The Federal Circuit affirmed mixed results from the IPRs related to Gesture Technology's patent case against major tech companies.

Federal Circuit Clarifies 101 Patent Eligibility for Composition-of-Matter Claims

Federal Circuit reversed ITC ruling, affirming patent eligibility of claims related to polycrystalline diamond compacts.

This ruling provides important clarity for patent owners regarding patent eligibility challenges under Section 101.

The Last Word: ParkerVision's Reply Brief Makes Final Push for Supreme Court Review of Rule 36

The Supreme Court may review R.36 cases questioning the Federal Circuit's one-word judgments without explanation.

The Doctrinal Merger No One Asked For: How Enablement Swallowed Utility

The Full Scope Enablement Doctrine is transforming the evaluation of utility requirements in patent claims.

Second-Guessing the Jury: The Federal Circuit's Flawed Take on Enhanced Damages in Halo v. Pulse

The Federal Circuit's ruling sidesteps the significance of jury willfulness in determining punitive damages in Halo v. Pulse.

Ninth Circuit Rejects Patent Misuse Defense in Minimum Royalty Dispute, Setting Up Potential Supreme Court Review

Patent misuse disputes can arise in contexts beyond the Federal Circuit's jurisdiction, as seen in C.R. Bard, Inc. v. Atrium Medical Corp.

Estoppel Timing and Procedural Traps in Patent Challenges

The Federal Circuit affirmed mixed results from the IPRs related to Gesture Technology's patent case against major tech companies.

Federal Circuit Clarifies 101 Patent Eligibility for Composition-of-Matter Claims

Federal Circuit reversed ITC ruling, affirming patent eligibility of claims related to polycrystalline diamond compacts.

This ruling provides important clarity for patent owners regarding patent eligibility challenges under Section 101.

The Last Word: ParkerVision's Reply Brief Makes Final Push for Supreme Court Review of Rule 36

The Supreme Court may review R.36 cases questioning the Federal Circuit's one-word judgments without explanation.

The Doctrinal Merger No One Asked For: How Enablement Swallowed Utility

The Full Scope Enablement Doctrine is transforming the evaluation of utility requirements in patent claims.

Second-Guessing the Jury: The Federal Circuit's Flawed Take on Enhanced Damages in Halo v. Pulse

The Federal Circuit's ruling sidesteps the significance of jury willfulness in determining punitive damages in Halo v. Pulse.

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#uspto

PTAB Bar Association Advocates for Stability Amid USPTO Turmoil

PTAB Bar Association advocates for stability at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board due to USPTO disruptions.

Federal Circuit Denies Patent Agent Registration for Former USPTO Examiner Who Failed to Disclose Workplace Suspension

Integrity and transparency are critical in legal professional registration processes.

New USPTO Leadership on the Horizon: Lutnick Confirmed as Commerce Secretary, Squires Expected as Director

Howard Lutnick confirmed as Secretary of Commerce; John Squires expected to be nominated as USPTO Director with strong IP experience.

Docket This: Working with Clients to Manage the USPTO Continuation Surcharges

The USPTO's fee changes will force patent practitioners to rethink prosecution strategies due to higher surcharges for delayed continuation applications.

PTAB Masters Panelists Urge Patent Community to Stay Focused on What We Can Control

The patent community should remain focused on key legislative reforms amid chaos.

Leadership in the current administration is notably familiar with patents.

Heartbeat of the USPTO

USPTO activity follows a bi-weekly quota system, reflecting the pressures faced by patent examiners to meet deadlines.

PTAB Bar Association Advocates for Stability Amid USPTO Turmoil

PTAB Bar Association advocates for stability at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board due to USPTO disruptions.

Federal Circuit Denies Patent Agent Registration for Former USPTO Examiner Who Failed to Disclose Workplace Suspension

Integrity and transparency are critical in legal professional registration processes.

New USPTO Leadership on the Horizon: Lutnick Confirmed as Commerce Secretary, Squires Expected as Director

Howard Lutnick confirmed as Secretary of Commerce; John Squires expected to be nominated as USPTO Director with strong IP experience.

Docket This: Working with Clients to Manage the USPTO Continuation Surcharges

The USPTO's fee changes will force patent practitioners to rethink prosecution strategies due to higher surcharges for delayed continuation applications.

PTAB Masters Panelists Urge Patent Community to Stay Focused on What We Can Control

The patent community should remain focused on key legislative reforms amid chaos.

Leadership in the current administration is notably familiar with patents.

Heartbeat of the USPTO

USPTO activity follows a bi-weekly quota system, reflecting the pressures faced by patent examiners to meet deadlines.

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#supreme-court

Google Dodges Supreme Court Review of Its Ad Tech Patent Win

The US Supreme Court upheld a ruling that reinforces the framework for abstract ideas in patent law.

Privilege Gone Too Far? How a 250-Year-Old Privilege Cost Atturo $10 Million

The case highlights the need for Supreme Court clarification on Illinois' litigation privilege after a patent dispute.

Atturo Tire Corp. seeks guidance from the Illinois Supreme Court after a controversial Federal Circuit ruling.

Impact Engine is Latest to Ask SCOTUS to Fix Federal Circuit's Alice Analysis

Impact Engine petitions SCOTUS to clarify standards for means-plus-function claims and address patent eligibility under Section 101.

Trading Technologies Files Supreme Court Petition on Patent Eligibility, Rule 60(b)(3), and Federal Circuit Procedural Issues

Trading Technologies seeks Supreme Court review of patent law issues involving electronic trading interfaces against IBG LLC and Interactive Brokers.

Google Dodges Supreme Court Review of Its Ad Tech Patent Win

The US Supreme Court upheld a ruling that reinforces the framework for abstract ideas in patent law.

Privilege Gone Too Far? How a 250-Year-Old Privilege Cost Atturo $10 Million

The case highlights the need for Supreme Court clarification on Illinois' litigation privilege after a patent dispute.

Atturo Tire Corp. seeks guidance from the Illinois Supreme Court after a controversial Federal Circuit ruling.

Impact Engine is Latest to Ask SCOTUS to Fix Federal Circuit's Alice Analysis

Impact Engine petitions SCOTUS to clarify standards for means-plus-function claims and address patent eligibility under Section 101.

Trading Technologies Files Supreme Court Petition on Patent Eligibility, Rule 60(b)(3), and Federal Circuit Procedural Issues

Trading Technologies seeks Supreme Court review of patent law issues involving electronic trading interfaces against IBG LLC and Interactive Brokers.

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CAFC Vacates PTAB's Finding that Meat Prep Patent Was Obvious

The CAFC ruled that the PTAB's decision is unclear and must adhere to the obviousness theory presented in the case.

Save Your Claims: How to Beat the PTAB's 70% All Claims Invalidation Rate

Understanding the differences between district court and PTAB is crucial for effective patent litigation.

CAFC Affirms PTAB's Obviousness Finding Despite Erroneous Claim Construction

The CAFC upheld the PTAB's decision, finding an erroneous claim interpretation that did not affect the outcome of the patent invalidation.

Legislation is Good, But the PTAB Needs a More Immediate Overhaul

IPR provides a faster, cheaper alternative to district court litigation for patent validity assessments.

Patents and the Future of the USPTO in Trump's Second Term

Patent reform discussions are heating up in anticipation of President Trump's second term, focusing on specific legislative changes affecting patent eligibility and enforcement.

CAFC Vacates PTAB's Finding that Meat Prep Patent Was Obvious

The CAFC ruled that the PTAB's decision is unclear and must adhere to the obviousness theory presented in the case.

Save Your Claims: How to Beat the PTAB's 70% All Claims Invalidation Rate

Understanding the differences between district court and PTAB is crucial for effective patent litigation.

CAFC Affirms PTAB's Obviousness Finding Despite Erroneous Claim Construction

The CAFC upheld the PTAB's decision, finding an erroneous claim interpretation that did not affect the outcome of the patent invalidation.

Legislation is Good, But the PTAB Needs a More Immediate Overhaul

IPR provides a faster, cheaper alternative to district court litigation for patent validity assessments.

Patents and the Future of the USPTO in Trump's Second Term

Patent reform discussions are heating up in anticipation of President Trump's second term, focusing on specific legislative changes affecting patent eligibility and enforcement.

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#patent-infringement

Settlement Licenses and Patent Marking: Intent of the Parties is Key

Patent marking requirements rely on the intentions expressed in settlement licenses between parties.

Non-practicing entities must ensure licensees mark products to claim infringement damages.

CAFC Finds Bitcoin Miner's Conversion Claim Preempted for 'Patent-Like' Language

BearBox's state law conversion claim preempted by federal patent law, denying its request for inventorship on Lancium's patent.

Settlement Licenses and Patent Marking: Intent of the Parties is Key

Patent marking requirements rely on the intentions expressed in settlement licenses between parties.

Non-practicing entities must ensure licensees mark products to claim infringement damages.

CAFC Finds Bitcoin Miner's Conversion Claim Preempted for 'Patent-Like' Language

BearBox's state law conversion claim preempted by federal patent law, denying its request for inventorship on Lancium's patent.

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Generic Drugs, Skinny Labels, and Liability for Off Label (Infringing) Use

Hikma's petition seeks clarification on generic drug marketing liability regarding 'skinny labels' under patent law.

#innovation

AI and the Level of Ordinary Skill: Why Patent Law Must (and Can) Adapt to AI-Augmented Invention

AI tools are revolutionizing the capabilities of practitioners, demanding a reevaluation of patent law's concept of ordinary skill.

What Went Wrong and How to Fix the Patent System

The patent system needs urgent reform to address inefficiencies that hinder innovation.

How Litigation Funding Allows Small Companies to Invest in Innovation Instead of Lawyers

Litigation funding can help small businesses enforce patent rights without draining core resources.

Understanding IP Matters: Too Much AI Regulation Will Threaten Competition and Jobs, Says Former USPTO Director

Hope for improvement in IP rights amidst decreasing trends; importance of informed regulation in fostering innovation.

Legislative Developments in Patents: Prospects for the PREVAIL and RESTORE Acts and PERA in 2025

The PREVAIL, RESTORE, and PERA Acts have strong bipartisan support and are likely to impact patent law significantly.

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, February 14: EU Commission Scraps SEP Draft Regulations; Senate Commerce to Explore Spectrum Auction Delays; House Science Seeks Review of Commercial Space Licensing

The European Commission has abandoned draft regulations on standard essential patents, a decision positively received by R&D firms.

AI and the Level of Ordinary Skill: Why Patent Law Must (and Can) Adapt to AI-Augmented Invention

AI tools are revolutionizing the capabilities of practitioners, demanding a reevaluation of patent law's concept of ordinary skill.

What Went Wrong and How to Fix the Patent System

The patent system needs urgent reform to address inefficiencies that hinder innovation.

How Litigation Funding Allows Small Companies to Invest in Innovation Instead of Lawyers

Litigation funding can help small businesses enforce patent rights without draining core resources.

Understanding IP Matters: Too Much AI Regulation Will Threaten Competition and Jobs, Says Former USPTO Director

Hope for improvement in IP rights amidst decreasing trends; importance of informed regulation in fostering innovation.

Legislative Developments in Patents: Prospects for the PREVAIL and RESTORE Acts and PERA in 2025

The PREVAIL, RESTORE, and PERA Acts have strong bipartisan support and are likely to impact patent law significantly.

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, February 14: EU Commission Scraps SEP Draft Regulations; Senate Commerce to Explore Spectrum Auction Delays; House Science Seeks Review of Commercial Space Licensing

The European Commission has abandoned draft regulations on standard essential patents, a decision positively received by R&D firms.

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#intellectual-property

Key IP Issues for the Next President and Congress to Tackle: AI and Patent Subject Matter Eligibility

The next administration is expected to focus on addressing IP law issues related to AI, including deepfakes and copyright for AI training.

Trump is Back in Power: How Will His Administration Impact Patent Law and Protection for Inventors?

Potential changes in patent protection may arise under new leadership, influenced by Howard Lutnick's background and ongoing patent reform discussions.

Supreme Court Denies Petitions on Hatch-Waxman Safe Harbor, ITC Economic Prong Analysis and Stay of Federal Trade Secret Claims

The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a broad interpretation of the Hatch-Waxman safe harbor, leaving significant implications for patent law intact.

Federal Circuit Upholds ITC Import Ban: Key Rulings on Storage Defense and Domestic Industry Requirements

The Federal Circuit supported Ventria's patent rights against Wuhan Healthgen's importation of infringing products, reinforcing protection for small biotech companies.

Vidal Amicus Asks CAFC to Correct ED of TX Jury Instructions on Eligibility

The Eastern District of Texas jury instructions are challenged for misrepresenting the Alice step two inquiry regarding patent eligibility.

An Enablement Defense is Disabled by the Federal Circuit

The Federal Circuit's ruling allows broad patent claims without enabling disclosure, disregarding standard patent law principles.

Key IP Issues for the Next President and Congress to Tackle: AI and Patent Subject Matter Eligibility

The next administration is expected to focus on addressing IP law issues related to AI, including deepfakes and copyright for AI training.

Trump is Back in Power: How Will His Administration Impact Patent Law and Protection for Inventors?

Potential changes in patent protection may arise under new leadership, influenced by Howard Lutnick's background and ongoing patent reform discussions.

Supreme Court Denies Petitions on Hatch-Waxman Safe Harbor, ITC Economic Prong Analysis and Stay of Federal Trade Secret Claims

The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a broad interpretation of the Hatch-Waxman safe harbor, leaving significant implications for patent law intact.

Federal Circuit Upholds ITC Import Ban: Key Rulings on Storage Defense and Domestic Industry Requirements

The Federal Circuit supported Ventria's patent rights against Wuhan Healthgen's importation of infringing products, reinforcing protection for small biotech companies.

Vidal Amicus Asks CAFC to Correct ED of TX Jury Instructions on Eligibility

The Eastern District of Texas jury instructions are challenged for misrepresenting the Alice step two inquiry regarding patent eligibility.

An Enablement Defense is Disabled by the Federal Circuit

The Federal Circuit's ruling allows broad patent claims without enabling disclosure, disregarding standard patent law principles.

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OpenSky Brief Raises Several APA, Constitutional Challenges to Vidal's Sanctions Order

OpenSky Industries is appealing sanctions by Director Kathi Vidal, arguing they violate administrative and constitutional law.

Blurring the Line Between Law and Fact in Patent Eligibility

Patent law blurs the lines between law and fact, complicating eligibility analysis and evidentiary standards.

Is Google Simply Asking for More Efficient Infringement?

Three new amicus briefs were filed supporting EcoFactor against Google, emphasizing risks to patent damages law and jury trial rights.

#legal-precedent

CAFC Declines to Declare RDOE Subsumed by 1952 Patent Act Despite 'Compelling' Arguments

CAFC reversed a noninfringement ruling, marking an important precedent regarding the reverse doctrine of equivalents in patent law.

Federal Circuit (Again) Upholds Ravgen's Fetal DNA cffDNA Patent

The Federal Circuit upheld the validity of Ravgen's fetal DNA testing patent and clarified standing requirements for appealing IPR decisions.

CAFC Declines to Declare RDOE Subsumed by 1952 Patent Act Despite 'Compelling' Arguments

CAFC reversed a noninfringement ruling, marking an important precedent regarding the reverse doctrine of equivalents in patent law.

Federal Circuit (Again) Upholds Ravgen's Fetal DNA cffDNA Patent

The Federal Circuit upheld the validity of Ravgen's fetal DNA testing patent and clarified standing requirements for appealing IPR decisions.

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#inter-partes-review

CAFC Rules Patent Applications are Considered Pre-AIA Prior Art By Filing Date, Not Publication Date

Patent applications can be prior art from their filing date, affecting patent validity in inter partes reviews.

Stays of District Court Litigation Pending Appeal of IPR Decisions

The America Invents Act complicates the relationship between district court litigation and inter partes review, leading to extended timelines in patent cases.

CAFC Rules Patent Applications are Considered Pre-AIA Prior Art By Filing Date, Not Publication Date

Patent applications can be prior art from their filing date, affecting patent validity in inter partes reviews.

Stays of District Court Litigation Pending Appeal of IPR Decisions

The America Invents Act complicates the relationship between district court litigation and inter partes review, leading to extended timelines in patent cases.

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#trademark-law

Federal Circuit: Pink Hip Implants Are Functional, Cannot Be Protected as Trade Dress

Federal Circuit upheld TTAB's cancellation of CeramTec's pink color trademark for hip implants, illustrating functionality's impact on trade dress.

Trade dress discussions are vital for patent attorneys to prevent loss of protection due to functional claims in utility patents.

CAFC Says Patent Claims Need Not Explicitly Disclose Material Benefits for Trademark Functionality Doctrine

The Federal Circuit affirmed the cancellation of CeramTech's trademark for pink-colored ceramic hip components due to functionality concerns related to utility patents.

Ceramtec GMBH v. Coorstek Biocermanics LLC

The case underscores the complexity of trademark functionality doctrine in the medical device industry, particularly regarding product coloration and patent-exhaustion.

Federal Circuit: Pink Hip Implants Are Functional, Cannot Be Protected as Trade Dress

Federal Circuit upheld TTAB's cancellation of CeramTec's pink color trademark for hip implants, illustrating functionality's impact on trade dress.

Trade dress discussions are vital for patent attorneys to prevent loss of protection due to functional claims in utility patents.

CAFC Says Patent Claims Need Not Explicitly Disclose Material Benefits for Trademark Functionality Doctrine

The Federal Circuit affirmed the cancellation of CeramTech's trademark for pink-colored ceramic hip components due to functionality concerns related to utility patents.

Ceramtec GMBH v. Coorstek Biocermanics LLC

The case underscores the complexity of trademark functionality doctrine in the medical device industry, particularly regarding product coloration and patent-exhaustion.

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Examining a Potential 'Counterclaim Gap' at the Unified Patent Court

The Unified Patent Court's initial counterclaim statistics indicate a distinct shift in litigation strategy among defendants, impacting infringement case dynamics.

The 'counterclaim gap' may lead to a strategic reevaluation for plaintiffs in patent enforcement.

Novartis' Entresto Patent Claims Revived by CAFC

The CAFC upheld the validity of Novartis' Entresto patent claims, emphasizing the importance of the written description standard and rejecting arguments for invalidity.

Applicant Loses Appeal from USPTO Rejection of Cancer Patent Claims

The CAFC affirmed the PTAB's decision, agreeing that claim interpretations were sufficient without definitions in the specification.

Patents as Product Liability Admissions: A Cert Petition Highlights Novel Use of Patent Filings in Whistleblower Case

Minerva Surgical's patents may reveal prior knowledge of significant safety issues with its devices, raising questions of accountability in product claims.

Voluntary Dismissals and Attorney Fees

The interpretation of attorney fees in copyright and patent cases is influenced by circuit splits regarding voluntary dismissals and prevailing party status.

The Future is Global: SEP Licensing in China, the UK and EU in 2024

Global influences, especially from China, are reshaping Standard Essential Patent licensing dynamics, emphasizing the need for collaboration and transparency.

DABUS AI Again Denied European Patent

The EPO maintains that only natural persons can be designated as inventors under European patent law.

ITC Confirms that a Disclaimer from a Later Patent Applies to the Same Term in an Earlier Related Patent

Statements made during the prosecution of a later patent can limit the interpretation of claims in earlier related patents.

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Ninth Circuit Rejects Patent Misuse Defense in Minimum Royalty Dispute, Setting Up Potential Supreme Court Review

Estoppel Timing and Procedural Traps in Patent Challenges

Federal Circuit Clarifies 101 Patent Eligibility for Composition-of-Matter Claims

The Last Word: ParkerVision's Reply Brief Makes Final Push for Supreme Court Review of Rule 36

The Doctrinal Merger No One Asked For: How Enablement Swallowed Utility

Second-Guessing the Jury: The Federal Circuit's Flawed Take on Enhanced Damages in Halo v. Pulse

Ninth Circuit Rejects Patent Misuse Defense in Minimum Royalty Dispute, Setting Up Potential Supreme Court Review

Estoppel Timing and Procedural Traps in Patent Challenges

Federal Circuit Clarifies 101 Patent Eligibility for Composition-of-Matter Claims

The Last Word: ParkerVision's Reply Brief Makes Final Push for Supreme Court Review of Rule 36

The Doctrinal Merger No One Asked For: How Enablement Swallowed Utility

Second-Guessing the Jury: The Federal Circuit's Flawed Take on Enhanced Damages in Halo v. Pulse

PTAB Bar Association Advocates for Stability Amid USPTO Turmoil

Federal Circuit Denies Patent Agent Registration for Former USPTO Examiner Who Failed to Disclose Workplace Suspension

New USPTO Leadership on the Horizon: Lutnick Confirmed as Commerce Secretary, Squires Expected as Director

Docket This: Working with Clients to Manage the USPTO Continuation Surcharges

PTAB Masters Panelists Urge Patent Community to Stay Focused on What We Can Control

Heartbeat of the USPTO

PTAB Bar Association Advocates for Stability Amid USPTO Turmoil

Federal Circuit Denies Patent Agent Registration for Former USPTO Examiner Who Failed to Disclose Workplace Suspension

New USPTO Leadership on the Horizon: Lutnick Confirmed as Commerce Secretary, Squires Expected as Director

Docket This: Working with Clients to Manage the USPTO Continuation Surcharges

PTAB Masters Panelists Urge Patent Community to Stay Focused on What We Can Control

Heartbeat of the USPTO

Google Dodges Supreme Court Review of Its Ad Tech Patent Win

Privilege Gone Too Far? How a 250-Year-Old Privilege Cost Atturo $10 Million

Impact Engine is Latest to Ask SCOTUS to Fix Federal Circuit's Alice Analysis

Trading Technologies Files Supreme Court Petition on Patent Eligibility, Rule 60(b)(3), and Federal Circuit Procedural Issues

Google Dodges Supreme Court Review of Its Ad Tech Patent Win

Privilege Gone Too Far? How a 250-Year-Old Privilege Cost Atturo $10 Million

Impact Engine is Latest to Ask SCOTUS to Fix Federal Circuit's Alice Analysis

Trading Technologies Files Supreme Court Petition on Patent Eligibility, Rule 60(b)(3), and Federal Circuit Procedural Issues

CAFC Vacates PTAB's Finding that Meat Prep Patent Was Obvious

Save Your Claims: How to Beat the PTAB's 70% All Claims Invalidation Rate

CAFC Affirms PTAB's Obviousness Finding Despite Erroneous Claim Construction

Legislation is Good, But the PTAB Needs a More Immediate Overhaul

Patents and the Future of the USPTO in Trump's Second Term

CAFC Vacates PTAB's Finding that Meat Prep Patent Was Obvious

Save Your Claims: How to Beat the PTAB's 70% All Claims Invalidation Rate

CAFC Affirms PTAB's Obviousness Finding Despite Erroneous Claim Construction

Legislation is Good, But the PTAB Needs a More Immediate Overhaul

Patents and the Future of the USPTO in Trump's Second Term

Settlement Licenses and Patent Marking: Intent of the Parties is Key

CAFC Finds Bitcoin Miner's Conversion Claim Preempted for 'Patent-Like' Language

Settlement Licenses and Patent Marking: Intent of the Parties is Key

CAFC Finds Bitcoin Miner's Conversion Claim Preempted for 'Patent-Like' Language

Generic Drugs, Skinny Labels, and Liability for Off Label (Infringing) Use

AI and the Level of Ordinary Skill: Why Patent Law Must (and Can) Adapt to AI-Augmented Invention

What Went Wrong and How to Fix the Patent System

How Litigation Funding Allows Small Companies to Invest in Innovation Instead of Lawyers

Understanding IP Matters: Too Much AI Regulation Will Threaten Competition and Jobs, Says Former USPTO Director

Legislative Developments in Patents: Prospects for the PREVAIL and RESTORE Acts and PERA in 2025

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, February 14: EU Commission Scraps SEP Draft Regulations; Senate Commerce to Explore Spectrum Auction Delays; House Science Seeks Review of Commercial Space Licensing

AI and the Level of Ordinary Skill: Why Patent Law Must (and Can) Adapt to AI-Augmented Invention

What Went Wrong and How to Fix the Patent System

How Litigation Funding Allows Small Companies to Invest in Innovation Instead of Lawyers

Understanding IP Matters: Too Much AI Regulation Will Threaten Competition and Jobs, Says Former USPTO Director

Legislative Developments in Patents: Prospects for the PREVAIL and RESTORE Acts and PERA in 2025

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, February 14: EU Commission Scraps SEP Draft Regulations; Senate Commerce to Explore Spectrum Auction Delays; House Science Seeks Review of Commercial Space Licensing

Key IP Issues for the Next President and Congress to Tackle: AI and Patent Subject Matter Eligibility

Trump is Back in Power: How Will His Administration Impact Patent Law and Protection for Inventors?

Supreme Court Denies Petitions on Hatch-Waxman Safe Harbor, ITC Economic Prong Analysis and Stay of Federal Trade Secret Claims

Federal Circuit Upholds ITC Import Ban: Key Rulings on Storage Defense and Domestic Industry Requirements

Vidal Amicus Asks CAFC to Correct ED of TX Jury Instructions on Eligibility

An Enablement Defense is Disabled by the Federal Circuit

Key IP Issues for the Next President and Congress to Tackle: AI and Patent Subject Matter Eligibility

Trump is Back in Power: How Will His Administration Impact Patent Law and Protection for Inventors?

Supreme Court Denies Petitions on Hatch-Waxman Safe Harbor, ITC Economic Prong Analysis and Stay of Federal Trade Secret Claims

Federal Circuit Upholds ITC Import Ban: Key Rulings on Storage Defense and Domestic Industry Requirements

Vidal Amicus Asks CAFC to Correct ED of TX Jury Instructions on Eligibility

An Enablement Defense is Disabled by the Federal Circuit

OpenSky Brief Raises Several APA, Constitutional Challenges to Vidal's Sanctions Order

Blurring the Line Between Law and Fact in Patent Eligibility

Is Google Simply Asking for More Efficient Infringement?

CAFC Declines to Declare RDOE Subsumed by 1952 Patent Act Despite 'Compelling' Arguments

Federal Circuit (Again) Upholds Ravgen's Fetal DNA cffDNA Patent

CAFC Declines to Declare RDOE Subsumed by 1952 Patent Act Despite 'Compelling' Arguments

Federal Circuit (Again) Upholds Ravgen's Fetal DNA cffDNA Patent

CAFC Rules Patent Applications are Considered Pre-AIA Prior Art By Filing Date, Not Publication Date

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