Zuber Lawler successfully appealed a $62 million judgment to the California Court of Appeal, convincing the appellate court to modify the judgment to zero in valuation damages, and denying a plaintiff request for a retrial. Zuber Lawler also successfully defended a request for rehearing and a petition for review to the California Supreme Court. …
Congratulations Josh Lawler, Jim Robertson, and Sarah Fernandez on representing Lencore Acoustics, Inc. (Lencore) in its sale of its sound masking business to Emmis Communications Corporation (Emmis). Lencore is the world leader in high-quality sound masking solutions for offices and other commercial applications. The transaction included the retention and rebranding of Lencore’s mass notification system…
By Dr. Jayashree Mitra and Brian Beck PTAB Judges are Unconstitutionally Appointed Principal Officers In a unanimous decision last week, the Federal Circuit found that the administrative patent judges (APJs) at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) are principal officers of the United States, and thus that their appointment by the Secretary of Commerce violates the Appointments…
By Dr. Jayashree Mitra and Brian Beck Claim Construction of “Wherein” Clause May Be Contingent On Prosecution History The Federal Circuit’s recent decision in Allergan Sales, LLC v. Sandoz, Inc., No. 2018-2207 (Fed. Cir. Aug. 29, 2019) (“Allergan”) illustrates how arguments made during prosecution with regards to the term “wherein” can turn the tide on invalidity arguments at…
AAMP is the technology leader in aftermarket stereo equipment that allows a driver to control a replacement car stereo using existing controls on a steering wheel. After settling an action for infringement of two of its patents, the defendant instigated reexamination proceedings, during which the Patent Examiner found that the patents were invalid based on new…
Congratulations to Eileen Letts Recipient of The ABA Margaret BrentWomen Lawyers of Achievement Award The purpose of the American Bar Association Margaret Brent Awards is to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of women lawyers from around the country who have achieved professional excellence in their practice areas and paved the way to success for other…