Federal Circuit Restores Multi-Million Dollar Jury Award in Software Trade Secret Dispute
May 22, 2026
VERSATA SOFTWARE, LLC v. FORD MOTOR COMPANY Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a significant decision addressing trade secret damages, the Federal Circuit ruled that a software company was wrongly prevented from pursuing unjust enrichment damages, and reinstated a jury’s…
Read MoreBringing 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…
Read MoreFederal Circuit Splits the Signal on Patent Eligibility for Digital Communication Constellations
April 28, 2026
CONSTELLATION DESIGNS, LLC v. LG ELECTRONICS INC. Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky The Federal Circuit recently issued a mixed decision in a patent infringement dispute involving the technology behind modern digital television broadcasts. The case centered on patents owned by…
Read MoreWorld Intellectual Property Day 2026: IP and Sports — Ready, Set, Innovate
April 26, 2026
Every year on April 26, the global community celebrates World Intellectual Property Day, an initiative led by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) to highlight how intellectual property shapes innovation, creativity, and economic growth. In 2026, the spotlight turns to…
Read MoreNIL branding opportunities require knowing right context
April 24, 2026
NIL Branding Opportunities: Context Is Key A recent article by Josh Astin and Andrew Nevill in The Indiana Lawyer offers a timely reminder for anyone advising in the name, image, and likeness (NIL) space: opportunity is abundant, but it is…
Read MorePrior Art Patents Sink Trade Secret Claims Over Cosmetic Implant Technology
April 17, 2026
INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL DEVICES, INC. v. CORNELL Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky The Federal Circuit reversed a multimillion-dollar trade secret verdict in a case involving competing cosmetic penile implants. Plaintiffs International Medical Devices, Inc. (IMD) and Dr. James Elist, the makers…
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