Month: January 2026
Federal Circuit Reverses Exclusion of Expert Testimony in Spinal Surgery Patent Dispute
January 20, 2026
BARRY v. DEPUY SYNTHES COMPANIES Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent Federal Circuit decision has significant implications for how courts handle expert testimony in patent cases, especially when it comes to claim construction and survey evidence. The case revolved…
Read MoreMissed Deadlines and Defaulted Defendants: Crocs Loses Appeal Over Imitation Clogs
January 8, 2026
CROCS, INC. v. ITC Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision from the Federal Circuit highlights the importance of timely appeals and the limits of relief when some parties default in trademark disputes at the International Trade Commission (ITC).…
Read MoreWhen Is a Sale “For Exportation to the United States”? Federal Circuit Clarifies Customs Valuation Rules
January 8, 2026
MIDWEST-CBK, LLC v. US Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent Federal Circuit decision sheds light on how U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) should value imported goods when the sales process involves multiple countries and steps. The case involved…
Read MoreWoodard, Emhardt, Henry, Reeves & Wagner, LLP Elects New Partner
January 1, 2026
The firm is pleased to announce the promotion of Scott J. Collins to partner. Scott joined the firm in 2018 as a law clerk before advancing to the position of Associate in October 2019. He specializes in all facets of…
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