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17 pending decisions from Paris (FR) Local Division.
Pending Decisions
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Sun Patent Trust v.Vivo Mobile Communication Co., Ltd.
This preliminary order in a SEP infringement case highlights the UPC's commitment to procedural efficiency. The court denied a request by VIVO Mobile Communication Co., Ltd. to postpone its Statement of Defence filing deadline pending the resolution of a Preliminary Objection concerning jurisdiction and FRAND defenses. The ruling reinforces that defendants must not use POs as a mechanism to unduly delay core proceedings, especially when the underlying defense (FRAND) would be raised anyway.
Guardant Health, Inc. v.Sophia Genetics SA; Sophia Genetics SAS; Sophia Genetics SRL; Sophia Genetics GmbH
Guardant Health, Inc. filed an application for provisional measures against the various Sophia Genetics entities concerning four European patents (EP 3766986 et al.). Since the defendants failed to provide legal representation promptly, the UPC Court of First Instance issued a procedural order setting the date for an oral hearing on December 12, 2025. This decision highlights the UPC's commitment to rapid case management in urgent provisional measures proceedings.
KEEEX SAS v.ADOBE SYSTEMS SOFTWARE IRELAND LIMITED, ADOBE INC., OPEN AI L.P, OPEN AI OPCO LLC, OPEN AI IRELAND LTD, TRUEPIC INC., JOINT DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION PROJECTS LLC, COALITION FOR CONTENT PROVENANCE AND AUTHENTICITY (C2PA)
This procedural order in the UPC case involving KEEEX SAS against major tech players like Adobe and OpenAI addresses critical timing issues. The court aligned all defendants' deadlines to ensure fair administration of justice, recognizing the complexity and high stakes of the infringement action. Furthermore, it granted an exceptional four-week extension for filing defenses, allowing parties adequate time to address the extensive claims and technical details.
Vivo Mobile Communication Iberia SL v.Sun Patent Trust
This UPC Procedural Order addressed a critical dispute over the starting date of deadlines for filing Preliminary Objections and Statements of Defense in an infringement action. The Court confirmed that prior agreements regarding confidentiality regimes establish the effective start date, despite subsequent appeals. While maintaining strict adherence to procedural efficiency, the judge-rapporteur granted a limited three-week extension based on the parties' voluntary compliance with information sharing requests.
Vivo Mobile Communication Iberia SL v.Sun Patent Trust
This UPC Procedural Order addressed a critical timing issue in an infringement action concerning EP3407524, specifically regarding the commencement of deadlines for filing Preliminary Objections and Statements of Defense. The Court confirmed that the final confidentiality regime established the procedural starting point, despite subsequent appeals. Recognizing the parties' voluntary cooperation on information access, the Judge-rapporteur granted a strictly limited extension to ensure fair trial rights while maintaining procedural efficiency.
TIRU v.MAGUIN SAS
This UPC decision addresses procedural matters in a complex patent dispute involving TIRU and MAGUIN regarding the waste incineration process EP3178578. The Panel successfully ordered the joinder of two parallel infringement actions concerning the same furnace product to streamline proceedings. Crucially, while referring revocation counterclaims to the Central Division, the court decided not to grant a stay on the main infringement case, allowing it to proceed under specific conditions.
Sun Patent Trust v.Vivo Mobile Communication Iberia SL, Vivo Tech GmbH, Vivo Mobile Communication Co., Ltd.
In a procedural order related to an infringement action, the UPC Court of First Instance addressed critical issues surrounding confidential information disclosure between Sun Patent Trust and Vivo Mobile Communication entities. The court meticulously defined categories for 'Confidential' and 'Highly Confidential' data within the Statement of Claim. This ruling sets strict parameters on who can view unredacted documents, limiting access to authorized legal counsel and necessary external experts, thereby balancing transparency with trade secret protection.
Sun Patent Trust v.Vivo Mobile Communication Co., Ltd.
In a significant procedural ruling, the UPC addressed the critical issue of protecting confidential information within an ongoing infringement action involving Sun Patent Trust and Vivo Mobile Communication. The Court meticulously defined what constitutes 'Confidential' and 'Highly Confidential' data related to the patent EP3407524. This order sets stringent access controls, limiting unredacted documents only to authorized legal counsel and experts of the Defendants, thereby balancing the need for full disclosure in litigation with the imperative of protecting trade secrets.
N.J DIFFUSION SARL v.GISELA MAYER GmbH
This procedural order in the Paris Local Division addressed Gisela Mayer's request for N.J Diffusion to provide a €50,000 guarantee due to N.J Diffusion's insolvency proceedings. The Panel ultimately dismissed this guarantee request, citing French collective procedure law which prioritizes the principle of equality among creditors. Crucially, the underlying infringement action was confirmed to continue despite the debtor's financial difficulties.
Seoul Viosys Co., Ltd v.Laser Components SAS
This UPC procedural order sets the stage for a complex infringement case involving advanced electronic components. Seoul Viosys Co., Ltd sued Laser Components SAS over patent EP3404726, focusing on specific electrode structures in PKB chips. The court confirmed key legal and factual disputes, including the interpretation of technical terms and the weight given to expert analysis. The parties have now moved into the oral hearing phase scheduled for March 13, 2025.
C-KORE SYSTEMS LIMITED v.NOVAWELL
This procedural order sets the stage for a complex infringement dispute between C-KORE SYSTEMS LIMITED and NOVAWELL concerning patent EP2265793. The Court addressed several preliminary motions, dismissing requests for additional witnesses or language changes, while formally defining the scope of the upcoming oral hearing. Crucially, the Judge-Rapporteur established the value of the case at EUR 1 million, paving the way for a detailed examination of patent validity and infringement.
HEWLETT-PACKARD DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, L.P v.LAMA FRANCE
This procedural order in the HPDC v LAMA infringement case addressed disputes over the scope of evidence and arguments presented by both parties. The court strictly applied the Rules of Procedure, limiting what could be debated based on previous submissions. This ruling emphasizes the importance of adhering to the structured phases of written proceedings within the UPC.
Seoul Viosys Co., Ltd v.Laser Components SAS
This UPC decision addressed procedural motions filed by an intervening party, Photon Wave Co., Ltd., in a patent infringement case brought by Seoul Viosys against Laser Components SAS. The court rejected Photon Wave's requests for an extension of time to file a counterclaim for revocation and denied the request to change the language of proceedings. While the core infringement claims remain pending, the ruling clarifies strict procedural limitations on intervening parties under UPC rules.
ICPillar LLC v.Arm Limited, Apical Limited, Simulity Labs Limited, SVF Holdco (and other ARM group companies)
In a procedural order concerning an infringement action against the ARM group, ICPillar LLC successfully petitioned the UPC Court of First Instance for permission to use an alternative method of service for four UK-based defendants. Since standard international service was pending, the claimant used courier services and bailiff reports to prove delivery. The court accepted this 'good service' request, confirming that procedural flexibility is available when ensuring timely notification in complex cross-border cases.
Seoul Viosys Co., Ltd v.Laser Components SAS
In a procedural ruling, the Paris Local Division addressed a request by Laser Components SAS to change the language of proceedings from French to English. Although the patent in question (EP3404726) was granted in English, the Court found that there were insufficient grounds based on convenience or equity to mandate this change. The decision reinforces the procedural flexibility and the importance of respecting the initial filing choice made by parties in UPC litigation.
DexCom, Inc. v.Abbott Laboratories and associated entities (including Abbott Diabetes Care Inc., Newyu,Inc., etc.)
This procedural order in the DexCom v. Abbott case addressed the complexities of managing deadlines when multiple defendants are involved. The UPC granted an extension and aligned the Statement of Defence filing date for all 14 entities based on a mutual agreement between the parties. This decision highlights the court's pragmatic approach to ensuring fair procedure while accommodating the logistical challenges presented by large, multi-jurisdictional litigation.
Abbott Diabetes Care Inc. v.Dexcom Inc., Dexcom France SAS, Dexcom International Limited
This procedural order in the Abbott v. Dexcom case addresses complexities arising from service issues across multiple defendants. The Judge-Rapporteur, utilizing UPC Rules of Procedure (RoP), granted an extension and aligned the deadline for filing the Statement of Defence for all three Dexcom entities. This decision highlights the court's pragmatic approach to ensuring fair procedural timelines in multi-defendant infringement actions.
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