Court Clarifies What It Means to “Identify a Single Biomolecule” in Patent Claims

January 9, 2024

Pac. Biosciences of Cal., Inc. v. Pers. Genomics Taiwan, Inc Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision from the Federal Circuit has provided important guidance on what it means for a patented device to be “capable of identifying a…

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Pink Hip Implants Lose Trademark Protection: Federal Circuit Says Color Is Functional

January 3, 2024

CeramTec GmbH v. CoorsTek Bioceramics LLC Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a recent decision, the Federal Circuit affirmed the cancellation of CeramTec GmbH’s trademarks for the pink color used in its ceramic hip implant components. CeramTec, a manufacturer of…

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