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Federal Circuit clamps down on misconduct claims
A recent Federal Circuit decision puts the patent bar on notice that vague claims of another lawyer's intent to mislead or withhold data from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office will no longer fly. The precedent-setting ruling makes it harder for patent lawyers to prove that another attorney intentionally deceived the PTO when presenting a patent application, a tactic used to disqualify patents.
"Obviousness" Hits the Slot Machines
The Supreme Court's KSR decision cuts a wide swath through industry.Nice Niche: Firms That Lead in ITC Patent Cases
Adduci Mastriani is the last boutique standing that specializes in taking cases before the U.S. International Trade Commission.
Bearing Witness: Court-Appointed Experts in Patent Cases
Under a recent Federal Circuit opinion, courts are permitted to appoint their own technical experts to aid in understanding complex technology involved in patent suits. Such experts may even testify before the jury, raising concerns about undue influence and encroachment on the jury.PTO Adds to Its Government Affairs Team
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office continues to seed its leadership ranks with private-sector IP lawyers — this time, with an executive from the Intellectual Property Owners Association.
Supreme Court to Hear 'Bilski'
IP experts, like Weli, Gotshal's Edward Reines, predict the shift to Sotomayor could make a significant difference in the outcome of the landmark patent case.A hemisphere of responsibilities for Andrew Tavi, Nissan Americas' GC
Andrew J. Tavi came to his GC position at Nissan North America in Tennessee via the heart of the American automobile industry. Born and raised in southeastern Michigan, he earned B.A. and J.D. degrees from the University of Michigan, then worked in the Detroit office of Foley & Lardner, where he focused on corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, venture capital investments and real estate matters.Trending Stories
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