The Copyright Claims Board faces Challenges Three Years In

Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky The Copyright Claims Board (CCB) was created as a more accessible and affordable alternative to federal court for resolving small copyright disputes. Established by the CASE Act of 2020, it began operations in the summer…

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$8 Million Bond Order in Idaho Patent Dispute Dismissed on Appeal for Lack of Jurisdiction

MICRON TECHNOLOGY INC. v. LONGHORN IP LLC Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision from the Federal Circuit highlights the limits of appellate review when it comes to mid-case orders, specifically those involving state laws targeting bad faith patent…

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Federal Circuit Clarifies Patent Infringement and Injunction Standards in Child Car Seat Dispute

Wonderland Switzerland AG v. Evenflo Company, Inc. Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent Federal Circuit decision offers important guidance on patent infringement, claim construction, and the standards for granting injunctions in patent cases. The dispute involved Wonderland Switzerland AG…

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Trademark Priority and Evidence Rules Decide Dispute Over “More Than An Athlete” Mark

GAME PLAN, INC. v. UNINTERRUPTED IP, LLC Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision from the Federal Circuit highlights the importance of trademark priority and strict adherence to evidentiary rules in proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board…

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Navigating U.S. Patent Grace Periods: Essential Knowledge for International Patent Practitioners

Authored by: Joshua P. Astin As a foreign associate, you’ve likely encountered this scenario: your client excitedly shares news about presenting their breakthrough invention at a major conference, only to mention afterward that they haven’t filed any patent applications yet.…

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Trademark Win for Coffee Shop: “KAHWA” Can Be Registered Despite Tea Connection

In re Bayou Grande Coffee Roasting Co. Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky The Federal Circuit recently reversed a decision by the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) that had refused to register the mark “KAHWA” for cafés and coffee shops.…

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Single Sign-On Patent Faces Mixed Results in Tech Showdown

IBM v. Zillow Grp., Inc. Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision from the Federal Circuit highlights the complexities of patent challenges in the world of digital authentication. The case revolved around U.S. Patent No. 7,631,346, owned by International…

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Goodyear Wins Trade Secret and Inventorship Dispute Over Self-Inflating Tire Technology

Coda Dev. S.R.O. v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision has brought closure to a long-running legal dispute over self-inflating tire technology, with Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company prevailing against claims from Coda…

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Court Revives Patent Dispute Over Facebook Lead Ads and Targeted Advertising

Adnexus Inc. v. Meta Platforms, Inc Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent Federal Circuit decision has breathed new life into a patent dispute between Adnexus Inc. and Meta Platforms, Inc. (the parent company of Facebook), focusing on the technology…

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Patent Invalidated: Written Description and Enablement Requirements Sink High-Profile Cancer Drug Dispute

Seagen Inc. v. Daiichi Sankyo Co., Ltd. Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision from the Federal Circuit has brought clarity to the requirements for written description and enablement in patent law, with significant implications for pharmaceutical and biotech…

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