OSR Enterprises AG marketing presentation of its Evolver self-driving EV technology. Credit: OSR Enterprises AG Holland & Knight Gets $7.8B Trade Secrets Suit Dismissed
In dismissing the case on grounds Texas wasn't the proper forum, the court noted all of the witnesses live and work in Israel, and the source code alleged to have been stolen is also held there.
August 29, 2024 at 02:40 PM
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What You Need to Know
- A trade secrets lawsuit in Texas involving two Israel-based competitors in the electric vehicle technology industry was dismissed on a venue challenge.
- U.S. District Judge Alan D. Albright adopted a magistrate judge's recommendation that the case be tried in Israel.
A trade secrets lawsuit in Texas involving two Israel-based competitors in the self-driving electric vehicle technology industry was dismissed on a venue challenge.
A Holland & Knight legal team prevailed in favor of defendants REE Automotive Ltd., REE Automotive Holding Inc. and REE Automotive USA Inc. on a motion to dismiss because of forum non conveniens.
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