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On The Dotted Line - Above the Law

Most patent cases conclude with settlements rather than trials, highlighting the need for better negotiation training in law firms.

ArentFox Schiff LLP is Seeking an IP Litigation Associate - IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

ArentFox Schiff seeks a patent litigation associate to enhance their commitment to diversity while tackling significant legal challenges.

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Brazil's Superior Court of Justice Rules Infringement Courts Can Hear Invalidity Arguments

Brazil's STJ ruling allows invalidity defenses in industrial design cases, impacting patent litigation and fostering discussions on intellectual property cooperation.

Judge's Investigation Into Patent Troll Results In Criminal Referrals

The rise of patent trolls raises ethical concerns in patent litigation as courts investigate misleading practices and ownership behind patent assertions.

Other Barks and Bites for Friday, December 6: GAO Releases Third-Party Litigation Funding Report; PQA Must Identify Members in VLSI Patent Litigation; CAFC Issues Two Precedential Decisions

The article discusses major developments in patent litigation, including court rulings and challenges to judicial processes involving special interest groups.

Let's Get Grateful: IP Stakeholders Reveal What They Were Thankful for in 2024

The IP community is optimistic about bipartisan support for legislative reforms and the influx of new talent within patent law.

Hindsight 20/20: Federal Circuit Okays Retroactive Expertise

Expert witnesses in patent litigation must have relevant skills pertaining to the invention's date to avoid disqualification.

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, August 30: WIPO Publishes Top Technology Cluster List; Romania Joins Unitary Patent System as 18th Member; USPTO Launches Open Beta for New Trademark Trial and Appeal Board Center

Romania's accession to the Unitary Patent system signals important progress for EU countries in technology integration.

Brazil's Superior Court of Justice Rules Infringement Courts Can Hear Invalidity Arguments

Brazil's STJ ruling allows invalidity defenses in industrial design cases, impacting patent litigation and fostering discussions on intellectual property cooperation.

Judge's Investigation Into Patent Troll Results In Criminal Referrals

The rise of patent trolls raises ethical concerns in patent litigation as courts investigate misleading practices and ownership behind patent assertions.

Other Barks and Bites for Friday, December 6: GAO Releases Third-Party Litigation Funding Report; PQA Must Identify Members in VLSI Patent Litigation; CAFC Issues Two Precedential Decisions

The article discusses major developments in patent litigation, including court rulings and challenges to judicial processes involving special interest groups.

Let's Get Grateful: IP Stakeholders Reveal What They Were Thankful for in 2024

The IP community is optimistic about bipartisan support for legislative reforms and the influx of new talent within patent law.

Hindsight 20/20: Federal Circuit Okays Retroactive Expertise

Expert witnesses in patent litigation must have relevant skills pertaining to the invention's date to avoid disqualification.

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, August 30: WIPO Publishes Top Technology Cluster List; Romania Joins Unitary Patent System as 18th Member; USPTO Launches Open Beta for New Trademark Trial and Appeal Board Center

Romania's accession to the Unitary Patent system signals important progress for EU countries in technology integration.

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GAO Report on Third-Party Funding in Patent Cases Indicates Stakeholders Favor Disclosure Requirements

The GAO report highlights growing concerns about third-party funding in patent litigation amid limited data.

Oral Arguments Preview: Teva v. Amneal Tests Scope of Orange Book Device Patent Listings

The Federal Circuit's decision in Teva v. Amneal could redefine pharmaceutical patent listing requirements under the Hatch-Waxman Act.

The ruling may impact how device patents related to drugs are treated in the FDA's Orange Book.

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Federal Circuit Issues Twin Decisions in Cellspin Cases: Procedure and Timing Matter

The Federal Circuit's decisions underscore the importance of timely arguments and procedural compliance in patent litigation.

Federal Circuit's "Red Flags" Fee Analysis Under Fire: DISH Seeks En Banc Review

DISH Network is contesting the Federal Circuit's decision to vacate a $3.9 million attorney fee award, emphasizing reliance on Supreme Court precedents.

Federal Circuit Rejects District Court's Overly Narrow Claim Construction in LED Patent Infringement Case

The Federal Circuit ruled that the first reflective layer of the '961 patent does not need to be epitaxial or different from the substrate.

Different Evidentiary Burdens in IPR Proceedings and District Court Means No Collateral Estoppel Effect on Related Patent Claims

The Federal Circuit overturned the district court's decision, favoring ParkerVision in key issues related to patent infringement and expert testimony.

Designation Of Credibility

The presence of appellate jurists in patent cases, especially visiting judges with appellate experience, can significantly benefit practitioners and provide valuable insights.

Federal Circuit Issues Twin Decisions in Cellspin Cases: Procedure and Timing Matter

The Federal Circuit's decisions underscore the importance of timely arguments and procedural compliance in patent litigation.

Federal Circuit's "Red Flags" Fee Analysis Under Fire: DISH Seeks En Banc Review

DISH Network is contesting the Federal Circuit's decision to vacate a $3.9 million attorney fee award, emphasizing reliance on Supreme Court precedents.

Federal Circuit Rejects District Court's Overly Narrow Claim Construction in LED Patent Infringement Case

The Federal Circuit ruled that the first reflective layer of the '961 patent does not need to be epitaxial or different from the substrate.

Different Evidentiary Burdens in IPR Proceedings and District Court Means No Collateral Estoppel Effect on Related Patent Claims

The Federal Circuit overturned the district court's decision, favoring ParkerVision in key issues related to patent infringement and expert testimony.

Designation Of Credibility

The presence of appellate jurists in patent cases, especially visiting judges with appellate experience, can significantly benefit practitioners and provide valuable insights.

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Third-Party Litigation Funding in Patent Cases: Transparency, Ethics, and Policy Concerns

Third-party litigation funding has transformed patent litigation, providing benefits alongside ethical and legal concerns.

Part III: You've Got Patents! Or Someone Else Does... Where Can You Find Resolution?

Effective resolution of patent disputes often requires third-party assistance through Alternative Dispute Resolution.

Third-Party Litigation Funding in Patent Cases: Transparency, Ethics, and Policy Concerns

Third-party litigation funding has transformed patent litigation, providing benefits alongside ethical and legal concerns.

Part III: You've Got Patents! Or Someone Else Does... Where Can You Find Resolution?

Effective resolution of patent disputes often requires third-party assistance through Alternative Dispute Resolution.

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US DoJ intervenes in Realtek lawsuit against MediaTek

MediaTek is accused of antitrust violations related to patent infringement lawsuits against Realtek, which could have serious implications for its market practices.

CAFC Finds Food Slicer Not Readily Reconfigurable by Consumers to Support Infringement Finding

The Federal Circuit's ruling emphasized the necessity for clear evidence in patent cases, especially regarding noninfringement and damage calculations.

Empowering Women in IP: Bridging Gaps and Building Futures

The Women's IP Forum was created to empower and connect women in the IP field.

Only 10% of patent litigators are women, highlighting the need for increased representation.

The forum included female speakers only, emphasizing women's contributions and leadership in IP.

Part II: You've Got Patents! Or Someone Else Does... What are the Opportunities for Settlement Once They're Asserted?

Patent litigation is costly and risky, with most cases resolved through settlements rather than trials.

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Tips for Patent Prosecutors from Litigators: Enhancing Litigation Outcomes

Effective patent drafting strategies enhance the strength and enforceability of patents, influencing litigation outcomes significantly.

Nautilus or Packard: A Recent PGR Petition Highlights Perils of USPTO Flip-Flops

Post grant challenges at the PTAB involve a mix of prosecution, litigation, and uncertainty.

Tips for Patent Prosecutors from Litigators: Enhancing Litigation Outcomes

Effective patent drafting strategies enhance the strength and enforceability of patents, influencing litigation outcomes significantly.

Nautilus or Packard: A Recent PGR Petition Highlights Perils of USPTO Flip-Flops

Post grant challenges at the PTAB involve a mix of prosecution, litigation, and uncertainty.

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EFF Presses Federal Circuit To Make Patent Case Filings Public

The public's right to access federal court records is being undermined by decisions favoring corporate confidentiality in patent litigation.

EFF Appeals Order Denying Public Access to Patent Filings

EFF pushes for transparency in patent litigation, fighting against excessive secrecy tactics in court cases to uphold the public's right to access court records.

EFF Seeks Greater Public Access to Patent Lawsuit Filed in Texas

Secrecy in patent litigation is common, especially in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas.

EFF is seeking to intervene in a case to unseal documents and ensure public access, arguing for the public's First Amendment rights.

EFF Presses Federal Circuit To Make Patent Case Filings Public

The public's right to access federal court records is being undermined by decisions favoring corporate confidentiality in patent litigation.

EFF Appeals Order Denying Public Access to Patent Filings

EFF pushes for transparency in patent litigation, fighting against excessive secrecy tactics in court cases to uphold the public's right to access court records.

EFF Seeks Greater Public Access to Patent Lawsuit Filed in Texas

Secrecy in patent litigation is common, especially in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas.

EFF is seeking to intervene in a case to unseal documents and ensure public access, arguing for the public's First Amendment rights.

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Law Professors Say Judicial Conference's Guidance on Case Assignment Practices is 'Toothless'

Concerns over judge shopping in patent litigation led to recent policy changes in U.S. district courts.

The Judicial Conference's guidance aims to prevent gamesmanship in litigation by implementing district-wide assignment policies.

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On The Dotted Line - Above the Law

ArentFox Schiff LLP is Seeking an IP Litigation Associate - IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Brazil's Superior Court of Justice Rules Infringement Courts Can Hear Invalidity Arguments

Judge's Investigation Into Patent Troll Results In Criminal Referrals

Other Barks and Bites for Friday, December 6: GAO Releases Third-Party Litigation Funding Report; PQA Must Identify Members in VLSI Patent Litigation; CAFC Issues Two Precedential Decisions

Let's Get Grateful: IP Stakeholders Reveal What They Were Thankful for in 2024

Hindsight 20/20: Federal Circuit Okays Retroactive Expertise

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, August 30: WIPO Publishes Top Technology Cluster List; Romania Joins Unitary Patent System as 18th Member; USPTO Launches Open Beta for New Trademark Trial and Appeal Board Center

Brazil's Superior Court of Justice Rules Infringement Courts Can Hear Invalidity Arguments

Judge's Investigation Into Patent Troll Results In Criminal Referrals

Other Barks and Bites for Friday, December 6: GAO Releases Third-Party Litigation Funding Report; PQA Must Identify Members in VLSI Patent Litigation; CAFC Issues Two Precedential Decisions

Let's Get Grateful: IP Stakeholders Reveal What They Were Thankful for in 2024

Hindsight 20/20: Federal Circuit Okays Retroactive Expertise

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, August 30: WIPO Publishes Top Technology Cluster List; Romania Joins Unitary Patent System as 18th Member; USPTO Launches Open Beta for New Trademark Trial and Appeal Board Center

GAO Report on Third-Party Funding in Patent Cases Indicates Stakeholders Favor Disclosure Requirements

Oral Arguments Preview: Teva v. Amneal Tests Scope of Orange Book Device Patent Listings

Federal Circuit Issues Twin Decisions in Cellspin Cases: Procedure and Timing Matter

Federal Circuit's "Red Flags" Fee Analysis Under Fire: DISH Seeks En Banc Review

Federal Circuit Rejects District Court's Overly Narrow Claim Construction in LED Patent Infringement Case

Different Evidentiary Burdens in IPR Proceedings and District Court Means No Collateral Estoppel Effect on Related Patent Claims

Designation Of Credibility

Federal Circuit Issues Twin Decisions in Cellspin Cases: Procedure and Timing Matter

Federal Circuit's "Red Flags" Fee Analysis Under Fire: DISH Seeks En Banc Review

Federal Circuit Rejects District Court's Overly Narrow Claim Construction in LED Patent Infringement Case

Different Evidentiary Burdens in IPR Proceedings and District Court Means No Collateral Estoppel Effect on Related Patent Claims

Designation Of Credibility

Third-Party Litigation Funding in Patent Cases: Transparency, Ethics, and Policy Concerns

Part III: You've Got Patents! Or Someone Else Does... Where Can You Find Resolution?

Third-Party Litigation Funding in Patent Cases: Transparency, Ethics, and Policy Concerns

Part III: You've Got Patents! Or Someone Else Does... Where Can You Find Resolution?

US DoJ intervenes in Realtek lawsuit against MediaTek

CAFC Finds Food Slicer Not Readily Reconfigurable by Consumers to Support Infringement Finding

Empowering Women in IP: Bridging Gaps and Building Futures

Part II: You've Got Patents! Or Someone Else Does... What are the Opportunities for Settlement Once They're Asserted?

Tips for Patent Prosecutors from Litigators: Enhancing Litigation Outcomes

Nautilus or Packard: A Recent PGR Petition Highlights Perils of USPTO Flip-Flops

Tips for Patent Prosecutors from Litigators: Enhancing Litigation Outcomes

Nautilus or Packard: A Recent PGR Petition Highlights Perils of USPTO Flip-Flops

EFF Presses Federal Circuit To Make Patent Case Filings Public

EFF Appeals Order Denying Public Access to Patent Filings

EFF Seeks Greater Public Access to Patent Lawsuit Filed in Texas

EFF Presses Federal Circuit To Make Patent Case Filings Public

EFF Appeals Order Denying Public Access to Patent Filings

EFF Seeks Greater Public Access to Patent Lawsuit Filed in Texas

Law Professors Say Judicial Conference's Guidance on Case Assignment Practices is 'Toothless'

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