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Ortovox Sportartikel GmbH v.Mammut Sports Group AG; Mammut Sports Group GmbH
This UPC decision involves a complex dispute over an avalanche rescue device (LVS) protected by EP 3 466 498 B1. The claimant sued the defendants for infringement while simultaneously challenging the patent's validity in Switzerland. The court issued detailed injunctions, establishing specific legal principles regarding indirect infringement when user activation is required and setting high standards for market removal measures like destruction. This case highlights the UPC's ability to handle combined actions of infringement and revocation.
Truma Gerätetechnik GmbH & Co. KG v.CAN Srl Airxcel Europe
In this procedural ruling, the Düsseldorf Local Division of the UPC addressed a request for deadline extensions filed by CAN Srl Airxcel Europe in an infringement case concerning EP 1 788 320 B1. The court strictly rejected both the preliminary opposition and statement of defense extension requests. The decision underscores the UPC's commitment to timely proceedings, requiring parties to meet deadlines unless a compelling exception is demonstrated.
Dolby International AB v.Optoma Corporation, Optoma Deutschland GmbH, Optoma Europe Ltd.
Dolby International AB initiated an infringement lawsuit against Optoma Corporation and its subsidiaries regarding EP 3 605 534. However, before a substantive ruling could be made, the parties reached an out-of-court settlement. The UPC Local Division in Düsseldorf formally approved the withdrawal of the claim. This case highlights how settlements can resolve complex patent disputes within the UPC framework, allowing for procedural closure while addressing financial aspects like court fee reimbursement.
Grundfos Holding A/S v.Hefei Xinhu Canned Motor Pump Co., Ltd.
In this procedural order (Verfahrensanordnung), the UPC Local Chamber of Düsseldorf decided to consolidate the proceedings between Grundfos Holding A/S and Hefei Xinhu Canned Motor Pump Co., Ltd. The court ruled that it would jointly examine both the infringement claim brought by Grundfos and the counterclaim for revocation filed by Hefei Xinhu. This decision aims to enhance procedural efficiency, ensuring a unified legal interpretation across both claims.
Avago Technologies International Sales Pte. Limited v.Tesla Germany GmbH, Tesla Manufacturing Brandenburg SE
In this UPC decision, Avago Technologies sued Tesla regarding the infringement of EP 1 838 002, a patent covering programmable hybrid transmitters. The court ultimately ruled in favor of Tesla, declaring the patent invalid for Germany because its claims were anticipated by prior art (D3). This ruling not only dismissed the infringement claim but also established a significant precedent regarding the enforceability of patents facing strong prior art challenges within the UPC framework.
Seoul Semiconductor Co., Ltd. v.Amazon Services Europe S.à r.l.
Seoul Semiconductor Co., Ltd. initiated an infringement lawsuit against Amazon Services Europe S.à r.l. concerning EP 3 339 920 B1. However, the parties reached an out-of-court settlement and subsequently filed a request to withdraw the claim. The Düsseldorf Local Division accepted the withdrawal, formally ending the proceedings. This case highlights how amicable settlements can lead to the dismissal of UPC infringement actions.
Seoul Semiconductor Co., Ltd. v.Amazon Services Europe S.à r.l.
Seoul Semiconductor Co., Ltd. initiated an infringement lawsuit against Amazon Services Europe S.à r.l. concerning the patent EP 2 402 415 B1. However, before a full hearing could take place, the parties reached an out-of-court settlement and subsequently agreed to withdraw the claim. The Düsseldorf Local Division formally accepted this withdrawal, terminating the case.
Franz Kaldewei GmbH & Co. KG v.Bette GmbH & Co. KG
This UPC decision addressed an infringement action brought by Franz Kaldewei against Bette GmbH & Co. KG concerning a sanitary bathtub installation protected by EP 3 375 337 B1. The court found the respondent liable for infringing the patent in several member states, ordering preliminary damages of EUR 10,000.00. However, the overall claims were partially dismissed, resulting in a mixed outcome regarding liability and costs.
Dolby International AB v.ASUS Computer GmbH, ASUSTek COMPUTER INC., ASUSTEK (UK) LIMITED, ASUS FRANCE Société à responsabilité limitée
In this procedural order, the Düsseldorf Local Division addressed a request for deadline extensions in an infringement case involving Dolby International AB and ASUS entities. The core issue was balancing the standard two-month response period against the need to protect confidential business secrets under R. 262A VerfO. The court found that restricting access initially constituted an exceptional circumstance justifying the extension of deadlines, thereby upholding procedural fairness for the claimant.
Tridonic GmbH & Co KG v.CUPOWER Shenzhen Xiezhen Electronics Co., Ltd; CUPOWER Europe GmbH
In this procedural order, the Düsseldorf Local Division decided to consolidate the infringement lawsuit brought by Tridonic GmbH & Co KG against CUPOWER entities with a counterclaim for patent revocation regarding EP 2 011 218 B1. The court justified this unified approach based on efficiency and the moderate complexity of the technology involved. This decision sets an important precedent for how UPC panels manage complex litigation, allowing them to address both infringement and validity simultaneously.
M-A-S Maschinen- und Anlagenbau Schulz GmbH v.Altech Makina Sanayi ve Ticaret Anonim Sirketi
In this procedural ruling, the Düsseldorf Local Court addressed the validity of serving a statement of claim at an international trade fair. The court affirmed that a temporary business presence, such as a booth at a major exhibition, qualifies as a valid place for service of process under UPC rules. This decision is significant for patent practitioners involved in cross-border litigation, confirming practical methods for initiating proceedings against foreign entities.
Dolby International AB v.HP Deutschland GmbH, HP Inc., HP International SARL, HP Austria GmbH, HP France SAS, HP Belgium SPRL, HP Inc Danmark ApS, HP Finland Oy, HP Italy S.r.l., Hewlett-Packard Nederland BV, HP PPS Sverige AB, HPCP – Computing and Printing Portugal, Hewlett-Packard d.o.o., Hewlett-Packard Luxembourg SCA, HP Inc Bulgaria EOOD
Dolby International AB initiated infringement proceedings against various HP entities regarding the European patent EP 3 490 258 B1, which covers HEVC video decoding technology. During the litigation, Dolby sought to restrict its claims to exclude products utilizing NVIDIA graphics cards. The Düsseldorf Local Division granted this request, formally narrowing the scope of the lawsuit. This decision is significant as it demonstrates how claimants can strategically refine their infringement allegations within the UPC framework.
10x Genomics, Inc. v.Curio Bioscience Inc.
In this UPC case concerning nucleic acid detection technology, 10x Genomics sought provisional measures against Curio Bioscience. The Düsseldorf Local Division granted an injunction, confirming the validity and scope of EP 2 697 391 B1. However, the court imposed strict conditions for enforcement, requiring 10x Genomics to post a substantial security deposit of EUR 2 million. This decision highlights the high threshold required for obtaining provisional relief in UPC infringement cases.
10x Genomics, Inc. v.Curio Bioscience Inc.
This procedural order in the Düsseldorf Local Division of the Unified Patent Court (UPC) addresses a request by both parties to change the language of the ongoing infringement case. The claimant, 10x Genomics, Inc., initiated proceedings against Curio Bioscience Inc. regarding EP 2 697 391 B1. Both parties mutually agreed to switch the procedural language from German to English, which the court subsequently approved.
F. Hoffman-La Roche AG v.Rubin Medical ApS, c/o Diatom A/S, Tandem Diabetes Care Europe B.V.
In this UPC case concerning diabetes care technology, the court addressed multiple procedural challenges raised by defendants seeking to change the language of the proceedings from German to English. The claimants argued that such a change was not permissible under the EPC or Rules of Procedure. Ultimately, the court dismissed all requests for a language change, primarily due to technical failures in meeting strict filing deadlines, thereby maintaining the German language as the official procedural language.
F. Hoffman-La Roche AG v.Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.
In this UPC case concerning diabetes care technology, the court addressed procedural challenges raised by several defendants seeking to change the language of proceedings from German to English. The claimants argued that the procedural language was fixed and could not be changed against their will. The court ultimately dismissed all requests for a language change, citing strict rules regarding filing deadlines and the lack of legal grounds for altering the established procedure.
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