On February 28, 2025, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) rescinded the June 21, 2022, memorandum titled “Interim Procedure for Discretionary Denials in AIA Post-Grant Proceedings with Parallel District Court Litigation.” Issued under former USPTO Director Kathi Vidal, the memorandum significantly impacted the way the Patent Trial and... Read More

In a significant legal ruling, semiconductor Micron Technology has been ordered to pay $445 million to competitor Netlist Inc. for patent infringement. The jury's decision, delivered by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, found Micron guilty of willfully infringing on two of Netlist’s patents related to... Read More

  Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) in the realm of patent law demand a strategic and well-prepared approach, especially when it comes to selecting the right expert witness. These professionals play a key role in bolstering your case's credibility and providing specialized insights. Here are some key tips to consider when... Read More

    Unified Patents, is an organization known for frequently challenging patents and boasting a membership of over 3,000 companies, sought to invalidate the patent claims of Flexiworld, arguing that they were too obvious given prior inventions. However, in a significant ruling, the PTAB upheld Flexiworld's patent claims, and in... Read More

    In the world of patent law, Post-Grant Review (PGR) and Inter Partes Review (IPR) are crucial mechanisms for challenging the validity of issued patents. Understanding the differences between PGR and IPR is essential for patent owners and challengers alike. This article explores the key distinctions and important considerations... Read More