Patent Law

RevitaLash® Cosmetics Notches Another Big Win in Lawsuit Against Counterfeiters

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Thursday, January 26, 2023

A Federal court has handed another big win to Athena Cosmetics, Inc. (parent company to RevitaLash® Cosmetics) in its battle against counterfeit product sellers AMN Distribution, Inc. and Moishe Newman.

Key Points: 
  • A Federal court has handed another big win to Athena Cosmetics, Inc. (parent company to RevitaLash® Cosmetics) in its battle against counterfeit product sellers AMN Distribution, Inc. and Moishe Newman.
  • In this latest ruling, the court ordered the defendants to pay over $1.1 million in damages to Athena Cosmetics.
  • The court found, among other things, that the defendants caused significant harm by selling counterfeit goods and breaching the settlement agreement.
  • Identifying counterfeit RevitaLash® Cosmetics products can be difficult, as these imitations are often skillfully crafted to look like the real thing.

Orrick, Buckley Combine To Form Financial Services & Fintech Law Powerhouse

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Thursday, January 19, 2023

It also responds to demand from fintech innovators, tech companies and their financial sponsors for holistic solutions to opportunities and risks created by the convergence of finance and technology.

Key Points: 
  • It also responds to demand from fintech innovators, tech companies and their financial sponsors for holistic solutions to opportunities and risks created by the convergence of finance and technology.
  • It adds a top-notch, inside-the-Beltway white collar team and eight first-chair trial lawyers to the Orrick financial services litigation platform.
  • It combines two firms well known for sector focus, innovative service delivery and best place to work cultures.
  • The transaction is expected to close by the end of January, subject to conflict clearance and partnership approval.

PIPStek LLC, a Subsidiary of Sonendo, Files Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against BIOLASE

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Wednesday, January 4, 2023

Sonendo , Inc. (NYSE: SONX), a leading dental technology company and developer of the GentleWave® System, today announced that its subsidiary PIPStek LLC has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against BIOLASE, Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware.

Key Points: 
  • Sonendo , Inc. (NYSE: SONX), a leading dental technology company and developer of the GentleWave® System, today announced that its subsidiary PIPStek LLC has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against BIOLASE, Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware.
  • In the lawsuit, PIPStek asserts infringement of PIPStek’s US patents 11,426,239 and 11,350,993 by BIOLASE’s Waterlase laser.
  • PIPStek is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sonendo.
  • Sonendo acquired PIPStek and all its intellectual property in 2017, including PIPStek’s laser technologies for dental applications.

MTTI Receives Chinese Patent for EVATHERA Technology

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

Molecular Targeting Technologies, Inc. (MTTI) announces the issuance of Chinese Patent CN109153641B covering MTTIs lead radiotherapeutic product, EBTATE and others in its EvaThera platform.

Key Points: 
  • Molecular Targeting Technologies, Inc. (MTTI) announces the issuance of Chinese Patent CN109153641B covering MTTIs lead radiotherapeutic product, EBTATE and others in its EvaThera platform.
  • EBTATE is a new generation of peptide receptor radiotherapeutic drug that has demonstrated potential clinical superiority over standard of care.
  • It selectively targets and binds to somatostatin receptor 2 on neuroendocrine and other tumors, which are then killed by the radionuclide.
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    Chris Pak, MTTIs President & CEO, commented, This complements our IP portfolio, further protecting our EvaThera platform.

Andersen Welcomes Roger Pillow to US National Tax Practice

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Friday, November 18, 2022

Andersen announces the addition of Managing Director Roger Pillow to the US National Tax (USNT) practice in the Washington, D.C. office.

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  • Andersen announces the addition of Managing Director Roger Pillow to the US National Tax (USNT) practice in the Washington, D.C. office.
  • Roger is another great addition to our growing transactions practice, said Ellen MacNeil, Managing Director of US National Tax for Andersen.
  • Prior to joining Andersen, Roger was Senior Counsel in the Office of Tax Policy for the United States Department of Treasury where he was responsible for tax policy matters regarding pass-through entities.
  • Andersen is the founding member of Andersen Global , an international association of legally separate, independent member firms comprised of tax and legal professionals around the world.

MPEG LA Takes Measures to Assist VVC Adoption

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Monday, November 7, 2022

MPEG LA, LLC today announced measures to bring its pool license for Versatile Video Coding, or VVC ( introduced to the market on January 27, 2022 ), into conformity with market realities that will free implementers to invest in VVC adoption.

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  • MPEG LA, LLC today announced measures to bring its pool license for Versatile Video Coding, or VVC ( introduced to the market on January 27, 2022 ), into conformity with market realities that will free implementers to invest in VVC adoption.
  • Products to which the waiver applies will still benefit from coverage as licensed products under the VVC License.
  • Second, a 25% VVC royalty discount is available to any VVC Licensee that enters into and is compliant with MPEG LAs AVC Patent Portfolio License, HEVC Patent Portfolio License and VVC Patent Portfolio License.
  • We congratulate the VVC patent owners for their understanding and foresight in adopting these initiatives, said Larry Horn, President and CEO of MPEG LA.

Seoul Semiconductor Obtains Preliminary Injunction for High-Power LEDs in Europe

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

With the establishment of 18,000 intellectual properties, Seoul is leading the second-generation technology in the LED industry.

Key Points: 
  • With the establishment of 18,000 intellectual properties, Seoul is leading the second-generation technology in the LED industry.
  • Lite-On, which manufactured LEDs subject to the injunction, was also sued for patent infringement in U.S. in April 2021 by Sensor Electronic Technology, Inc. (SETi), Seouls affiliate.
  • In the past four years, Seoul has secured eight injunctions in Europe against the sale of infringing products, including cell phones, electronic home appliances, and general lighting products.
  • Seoul Semiconductor is the worlds second-largest global LED manufacturer, a ranking excluding the captive market, and has more than 18,000 patents.

Andersen Global Strengthens Slovakian Presence with Leading Law Firm

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

Andersen Global continues to extend its reach into Slovakia through a Collaboration Agreement with law firm CLS avojsk & Partners, complementing the organizations existing tax capabilities in the country.

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  • Andersen Global continues to extend its reach into Slovakia through a Collaboration Agreement with law firm CLS avojsk & Partners, complementing the organizations existing tax capabilities in the country.
  • Over the years, our firm has been acknowledged as a leading law firm due to our client-focused approach and deep understanding of our clients needs, Peter said.
  • Collaborating with the like-minded individuals of Andersen Global strengthens our firms growth trajectory as we continue to extend our global reach and capabilities to provide seamless service throughout the region and globally.
  • Established in 2013 by U.S. member firm Andersen Tax LLC, Andersen Global now has more than 12,000 professionals worldwide and a presence in over 380 locations through its member firms and collaborating firms.

Adeia Announces Executive Leadership Team and Board of Directors for Future Independent IP Licensing Business

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Adeia, the IP licensing business of Xperi Holding Corporation (NASDAQ: XPER) (the Company), today announced the appointment of both the leadership team and the Board of Directors of Adeia Inc., the future independent IP licensing business that will remain after the completion of the spin-off of the Companys product business on October 1.

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  • Adeia, the IP licensing business of Xperi Holding Corporation (NASDAQ: XPER) (the Company), today announced the appointment of both the leadership team and the Board of Directors of Adeia Inc., the future independent IP licensing business that will remain after the completion of the spin-off of the Companys product business on October 1.
  • The Adeia Inc. Board of Directors will bring a strong combination of industry experience, corporate expertise, and diverse perspectives to Adeia Inc.
  • The Board of Directors will be comprised of the following members:
    Dan Moloney Mr. Moloney will serve as the Chairman of Adeia Inc.s Board of Directors.
  • He is currently the Chief Legal Officer of Xperi Holding Corporation and President of the IP licensing business.