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Patent Board Faulted for Failing to Explain Its Reasoning in Network Security Patent Challenge
October 22, 2025
Palo Alto Networks, Inc. v. Centripetal Networks, LLC Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a recent decision, the Federal Circuit vacated and remanded a Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) ruling after finding that the Board failed to adequately explain…
Read MorePatent Board Must Consider Evidence of Copying, Says Federal Circuit in Centripetal v. Palo Alto Networks
October 22, 2025
Centripetal Networks, LLC v. Palo Alto Networks, Inc Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a recent decision, the Federal Circuit vacated a Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) ruling in the dispute between Centripetal Networks, LLC and Palo Alto Networks,…
Read MoreFederal Circuit Upholds Non-Infringement in Fence Patent Dispute Over Connector Design
October 17, 2025
Barrette Outdoor Living, Inc. v. Fortress Iron, LP Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a recent patent dispute between Barrette Outdoor Living and Fortress Iron, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit examined claims related to innovative fencing…
Read MoreFederal Circuit Sides with Competitors, Invalidating Key Brita Water Filter Patent Claims
October 15, 2025
Brita LP v. Int’l Trade Comm’n Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a recent decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit upheld a ruling from the International Trade Commission (ITC) that struck down several claims in Brita…
Read MoreFederal Circuit Confirms Power-Saving Patent Claims Are Obvious, Sidestepping Ownership Drama
October 15, 2025
Causam Enters. v. Ecobee Techs. ULC Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a recent decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit upheld a ruling that key claims in a patent for managing electricity use on power grids…
Read MorePatent Ownership Win for Causam, But Appeal Dismissed as Moot in ITC Smart Thermostat Dispute
October 15, 2025
Causam Enters. v. Int’l Trade Comm’n Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky Causam Enterprises, a company specializing in energy management technology, took its patents on “demand response” systems—tools that help utilities manage power usage during peak times—to the International Trade Commission…
Read MoreIPR Decisions Don’t Automatically Invalidate Patent Claims in District Court, Says Federal Circuit
October 15, 2025
Inland Diamond Prods. Co. v. Cherry Optical Inc Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a significant decision for patent owners and challengers alike, the Federal Circuit in Inland Diamond Products Co. v. Cherry Optical Inc. clarified that findings from Patent…
Read MoreFederal Circuit Clarifies Anti-SLAPP Appeals in Patent-Related Trade Secret Disputes
October 15, 2025
IQE PLC v. Newport Fab, LLC Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In IQE PLC v. Newport Fab, LLC (doing business as Jazz Semiconductor, Tower Holdings, and others), the Federal Circuit addressed when a party can immediately appeal the denial of…
Read MoreProtect Your Brand: The Importance of Active Trademark Use
October 15, 2025
Having a federal trademark registration is a significant step in protecting your brand, but it doesn’t guarantee that you’re completely in the clear. While these registrations come with a variety of benefits and protections—particularly for the goods and services listed—it’s…
Read MoreFederal Circuit Rejects Standing for Patent Owner Groups Challenging USPTO Rulemaking Denial
October 3, 2025
US Inventor, Inc. v. United States Pat. & Trademark Off Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a recent decision, the Federal Circuit affirmed the dismissal of a lawsuit brought by US Inventor, Inc. and National Small Business United against the…
Read MoreJury’s $10 Million Patent Damages Award Slashed to $1 After Expert Testimony Excluded
October 2, 2025
Rex Med., L.P. v. Intuitive Surgical, Inc Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a recent decision, the Federal Circuit affirmed a dramatic reduction in damages in the case of Rex Medical, L.P. v. Intuitive Surgical, Inc., where a jury’s $10…
Read MoreFederal Circuit Clarifies Patent Scope and Trade Dress in Shower Curtain IP Dispute
September 30, 2025
Focus Prods. Grp. Int’l, LLC v. Kartri Sales Co(2) Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky The Federal Circuit’s September 30, 2025 decision in Focus Products Group International, LLC v. Kartri Sales Co. provides important guidance on patent claim interpretation, trademark standing,…
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