Month: May 2026
Bringing the Indianapolis 500 to Life for Everyone
May 21, 2026
At Woodard Emhardt, we are proud to represent clients who are not just building businesses — they are changing lives. We are thrilled to spotlight our client, Tactile Engineering Inc., whose innovative technology is transforming the way people who are…
Read MoreFederal Circuit Affirms Dismissal of Banking Patent Suit but Reverses Hefty Fee Award Against Patent Owner and Counsel
May 15, 2026
MCOM IP, LLC v. CITY NATIONAL BANK OF FLORIDA Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky The Federal Circuit recently issued a decision addressing both the dismissal of a patent infringement suit and the propriety of attorneys’ fees awarded against the patent…
Read MoreU.S. Trademark Specimens: What You Need to Know
May 14, 2026
Authored by: Blake R. Hartz Understanding trademark specimen requirements is one of the most misunderstood aspects of U.S. trademark prosecution. A specimen that fails to meet the USPTO’s requirements can lead to office actions, delays, and additional costs that are…
Read MoreWhen pH Means More Than Just a Number: Standard Temperature Wins the Day
May 13, 2026
ACTELION PHARMACEUTICALS LTD v. MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS INC. Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent Federal Circuit decision affirmed that a pharmaceutical patent’s reference to “a pH of 13 or higher” refers to a measurement taken at standard laboratory temperature (25±2°C),…
Read MoreUSPTO Cracks Down on Patent Fraud: Over 3,800 Applications Terminated
May 12, 2026
The USPTO’s Patent Fraud Mitigation Unit is aggressively targeting unauthorized representatives and fraudulent submissions in patent proceedings, and the numbers are striking. Bad actors operating as unauthorized representatives undermine the integrity of the patent system, delay legitimate applications, and increase…
Read MoreIndiana High School Athletes Can Now Monetize Their Personal Brand: What Families, Athletes, and Businesses Need to Know About the IHSAA’s New Personal Branding Activities Rule
May 5, 2026
Authored by: Joshua P. Astin For years, Indiana stood as one of a shrinking number of states that entirely prohibited high school athletes from profiting off their name, image, or likeness. That changes next school year. On May 4, 2026,…
Read MoreWhen “About” Becomes Too Vague: Federal Circuit Affirms Indefiniteness in Poultry Treatment Patent
May 4, 2026
ENVIRO TECH CHEMICAL SERVICES, INC. v. SAFE FOODS CORP. Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky The Federal Circuit recently affirmed a district court ruling that invalidated claims of a poultry processing patent owned by Enviro Tech Chemical Services, Inc., finding that…
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