Federal Circuit Tosses $166 Million Patent Verdict Against AT&T and Nokia Over Faulty Expert Testimony
September 24, 2025
Finesse Wireless LLC v. AT&T Mobility LLC Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a major decision for patent litigation, the Federal Circuit has reversed a $166 million jury verdict against AT&T Mobility LLC and Nokia of America Corporation, finding that…
Read MoreAvoiding Intellectual Property Mistakes: The Importance of Trademarks
September 24, 2025
When it comes to branding your company or product, choosing a name that closely resembles an existing trademark can lead to some serious trouble, such as a cease and desist letter or even a trademark infringement lawsuit. To steer clear…
Read MoreFederal Circuit Rules That “Clinically Proven” Label Doesn’t Save Bayer’s Heart Drug Patent from Invalidity
September 23, 2025
Bayer Pharma Aktiengesellschaft v. Mylan Pharms. Inc Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a recent patent dispute over treatments for heart disease, Bayer challenged generic drug makers’ efforts to invalidate its patent on combining low-dose rivaroxaban—a blood thinner—with aspirin to…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Purpose of Trademarks
September 10, 2025
Have you ever wondered what the role of a trademark really is? Trademarks are more than just symbols or logos; they play a vital role in the marketplace by helping customers easily identify the source of a product or service.…
Read MoreDismissal With Prejudice Makes Defendant a “Prevailing Party” for Patent Attorney Fees
September 9, 2025
Future Link Sys., LLC v. Realtek Semiconductor Corp Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In Future Link Systems, LLC v. Realtek Semiconductor Corp., the Federal Circuit clarified when a defendant can be considered a “prevailing party” entitled to attorney fees and…
Read MoreJury Verdict Overturned After “Bait-and-Switch” Trial Tactics in Marine Fuel Patent Case
September 8, 2025
Mag_m_ Tech. LLC v. Phillips 66 Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a recent decision, the Federal Circuit reversed a jury verdict in favor of Phillips 66 in a patent dispute with Magēmā Technology LLC over technology for producing low-sulfur…
Read MoreFederal Circuit Affirms Prosecution Laches Defense Against Hyatt’s Decades-Old Patent Applications
August 29, 2025
Hyatt v. Stewart Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In the long-running legal saga of inventor Gilbert P. Hyatt, the Federal Circuit has once again sided with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), affirming that prosecution laches—a defense based on…
Read MoreFederal Circuit Reins in Presidential Tariff Powers Under IEEPA
August 29, 2025
V.O.S. Selections, Inc. v. Trump Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a landmark decision, the Federal Circuit has ruled that the President does not have unlimited authority to impose tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The case,…
Read MoreWho Can Challenge Federal Contracts? Federal Circuit Clarifies “Interested Party” Rule in Percipient.Ai v. United States
August 28, 2025
Percipient.Ai, Inc. v. United States Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a major decision for government contractors and tech companies, the Federal Circuit recently clarified who has the right to challenge federal procurement decisions in Percipient.Ai, Inc. v. United States…
Read MoreCourt Opens Door for Subcontractors to Challenge Federal Procurement Decisions
August 28, 2025
Percipient.ai, Inc. v. United States Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision from the Federal Circuit could reshape who gets to challenge federal procurement decisions, especially when it comes to the use of commercial products and services in government…
Read MoreDocumenting Your Invention Process: A Crucial Step for Patent Protection
August 27, 2025
Are you in the exciting process of bringing your invention to life? One of the most important steps you can take is to document your journey meticulously. This documentation is vital for patent protection and helps establish that the idea…
Read MoreWho Really Invented the Ointment? Federal Circuit Clarifies AIA Derivation Proceedings in Global Health Solutions v. Selner
August 26, 2025
Glob. Health Sols. LLC v. Selner Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a significant decision for patent law, the Federal Circuit in Global Health Solutions LLC v. Selner (148 F.4th 1363, decided August 26, 2025) clarified how derivation proceedings work…
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