In U.S. patent litigation, expert witnesses are crucial in helping the court understand complex technical matters. These experts, who act as persons of ordinary skill in the art, can be either testifying or consulting experts. Testifying experts prepare reports, undergo depositions, and testify in court, directly influencing the case's outcome.... Read More

On July 2nd, the High Court in London ruled in favor of Moderna, determining that Pfizer infringed one of Moderna's patents related to their COVID-19 vaccine. However, the court also invalidated a second Moderna patent. Both companies expressed their disagreement with the ruling and signaled intentions to appeal. Background of... Read More

On June 28, 2024, a federal jury in East Texas issued one of the largest patent verdicts ever, requiring Verizon to pay $847 million to General Access Solutions for patent infringement. Filed in October 2022, the case centers around two patents related to 5G wireless technology. General Access Solutions claimed... Read More

Selecting an expert witness who qualifies as a "Person of Ordinary Skill in the Art" (POSA) is crucial for patent litigation. This designation ensures that the expert can provide reliable testimony from the perspective of someone with relevant expertise in the field. The landmark Kyocera decision has significantly impacted the... Read More

The Daubert Standard, also known as the "Daubert Test," is a crucial method used by courts to determine the admissibility of expert testimony at trial. In patent cases, this standard is particularly important as it enables the court to evaluate the reliability and relevance of an expert witness's testimony before... Read More