IP Cases — 2025
5,670 decisions across all jurisdictions
Page 174 of 189 · 5,670 total
Zhuhai CosMX Battery Co., Ltd. v.Ningde Amperex Technology Ltd.
The PTAB institution decision found that the challenged claims related to lithium-ion battery electrolytes were obvious over various combinations of prior art references. The Petitioner successfully argued that a Person of Ordinary Skill in the Art would be motivated to combine elements from Zeng, Sunose, and Matsuoka to achieve improved performance. This ruling advances the scope of obviousness findings in advanced energy storage technology.
Los Gatos Production Services India LLP v.Wunderbar Films Private Limited
The dispute concerns alleged copyright infringement related to 'behind the scenes (BTS)' footage from the film "NAANUM ROWDY DHAAN". The fifth defendant challenged the jurisdiction and maintainability of the suit filed by Los Gatos Production Services India LLP, arguing lack of territorial nexus and non-compliance with pre-suit mediation. The Court held that since part of the cause of action arose in Chennai, it retained territorial jurisdiction, thus dismissing the challenges.
Los Gatos Production Services India LLP v.Wunderbar Films Private Limited
The dispute involved applications seeking rejection of plaint and revocation of leave to sue in a copyright infringement matter. The fifth defendant argued lack of territorial jurisdiction and non-compliance with pre-suit mediation. The Court held that since part of the cause of action arose within Chennai, it retained jurisdiction, thus dismissing both applications.
United States Of America v.Softgel Healthcare Private Limited
The petitioners (United States of America and associated entities) filed petitions seeking judicial assistance from the Madras High Court to execute Letters Rogatory issued by the United States District Court at Delaware. The dispute concerns alleged infringement of the '441 Patent' covering VYNDAMAX® by generic versions submitted via ANDA applications in the U.S.
United States Of America v.Softgel Healthcare Private Limited
The petitioners (United States of America and associated entities) filed petitions seeking execution of Letters Rogatory issued by a US District Court. The dispute concerns alleged infringement of the '441 Patent' related to VYNDAMAX® by generic versions submitted via ANDA applications. The court passed an order appointing a Local Commissioner and setting up protocols for evidence collection.
Goodai Global Inc v.Shahnawaz Siddiqu & Anr.
The Delhi High Court allowed a rectification petition filed by Goodai Global Inc against Shahnawaz Siddiqu & Anr., directing the removal of an identical device mark registration (No. 5635163) in Class 3. The court found that the respondent obtained the mark dishonestly and in bad faith, attempting to trade upon the petitioner's established goodwill associated with its 'Beauty of Joseon' brand. Given the clear intent to appropriate the petitioner's reputation, the registration was deemed liable for cancellation under Section 57 of the Trade Marks Act.
Avago Technologies International Sales Pte. Limited v.Tesla Germany GmbH & Tesla Manufacturing Brandenburg SE
An order issued by the Local Chamber Munich of the Unified Patent Court on January 27, 2025, granting a third-party access request under Rule 262.1(b) of the Rules of Procedure. Patent attorney Christian Läufer of Fuchs Patentanwälte Partnerschaft mbB sought access to the written submissions and evidence in the revocation counterclaim proceedings, citing a professional interest for learning and training purposes. Neither the plaintiff (Avago Technologies) nor the defendants (Tesla Germany GmbH and Tesla Manufacturing Brandenburg SE) objected, and the presiding judge granted the request, limited to the revocation counterclaim workflow.
Lenovo (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. v.ASUSTek Computer Inc., ASUS Computer GmbH, ASUSTEK (UK) Limited
Procedural order from the Local Chamber Munich concerning an infringement action by Lenovo (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. against three ASUSTek entities regarding European Patent No. 3 682 587. The defendants requested that the court decide on the infringement action and the counterclaim for revocation together, and the court granted this request, also requesting the assignment of a technically qualified judge to the panel.
SnowPixie Co., Ltd. (UPC_CFI_244/2024, UPC_CFI_786/2024) v.Ex Parte
In proceedings before the Local Chamber Munich of the Unified Patent Court, the defendant in an infringement action sought security for costs of €257,000 against the plaintiff under Rule 158 EPGVerfO, citing the plaintiff's poor credit rating and operating losses. The plaintiff opposed the request and applied for legal aid. The court ordered reduced security of €62,600 and rejected the application for legal aid, finding that the plaintiff was capable of bearing its own costs and providing the ordered security.
Lenovo (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. v.ASUSTek Computer Inc., ASUS Computer GmbH, ASUSTEK (UK) Limited
Procedural order issued by the Local Chamber Munich in an infringement action concerning European Patent No. 3 682 587. The order, issued by Presiding Judge Dr. Matthias Zigann, schedules an interim hearing via video conference for September 25, 2025, and an oral hearing in person for November 19, 2025, in Munich.
Avago Technologies International Sales Pte. Limited v.Realtek Semiconductor Corporation
This procedural order from the Local Division Munich of the Unified Patent Court concerns a cost reimbursement application following the withdrawal of an application for interim measures related to European Patent EP 1 770 912. The applicant, Avago Technologies, withdrew its interim measures application after the court had already issued an ex parte order, and sought reimbursement of 20% of court fees. The court held that Rule 370.9(b) RoP applies analogously to the withdrawal of an application for interim measures and ordered reimbursement of €2,200.00.
Snowpixie Co., Ltd. v.Golf Tech Golfartikel Vertriebs GmbH
This order from the Local Chamber Munich of the Unified Patent Court concerns an application by Snowpixie Co., Ltd. (defendant in infringement proceedings) for Golf Tech Golfartikel Vertriebs GmbH (plaintiff in infringement proceedings) to provide security for costs under Rule 158 EPGVerfO. The court found Golf Tech's financial situation sufficiently precarious—given its operating loss and lack of adequate assets—to justify ordering security, but reduced the amount to €62,600 after applying equity considerations. The court also rejected Golf Tech's application for legal aid, finding it capable of bearing its own costs and the ordered security.
SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD., et al. v.Sinotechnix LLC
Samsung Electronics has filed an IPR petition seeking cancellation of eight claims of Sinotechnix's LED illumination lens patent, arguing that prior‑art lenses (Tawa, Shikama, Scharf) render the claims obvious or anticipated. The petition also argues that discretionary factors favor institution.
Apex Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. v.Ethichem Biotech
Apex Laboratories Pvt. Ltd filed a suit against Ethichem Biotech and others, alleging infringement of its registered trademarks and copyright related to the product ZINCOVIT. The plaintiff sought permanent injunctions against using deceptively similar marks like ZINCOVITA and for passing off. Despite the initial claims of trademark and copyright violations, the parties ultimately reached an amicable settlement.
M/S. SONA BEVERAGES PVT LTD v.THE COCA-COLA COMPANY AND ANR
The Calcutta High Court allowed a petition filed by M/S. Sona Beverages Pvt Ltd seeking the removal of the mark 'SIMBA' registered in favor of The Coca-Cola Company. The court found that the trademark, which had lapsed on February 24, 2020, was never renewed despite receiving official notices from the Registry. Consequently, the court directed the expunging of the expired registration.
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. et al. v.Koninklijke KPN N.V.
Samsung and Dutch telecom KPN settled their disputes, leading the PTAB to terminate six inter partes review proceedings before any hearing. The settlement agreement is kept confidential under statutory provisions.
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. et al. v.Koninklijke KPN N.V.
Samsung and Dutch telecom patent holder KPN settled multi‑jurisdictional litigation by executing a settlement, license and non‑assertion agreement covering several audio/video coding patents. The agreement provides Samsung with a perpetual license and KPN with a covenant not to sue, and mandates dismissal of all pending lawsuits.
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. et al. v.Koninklijke KPN N.V.
Samsung and Dutch telecom firm KPN have reached a confidential settlement and jointly moved to terminate the IPR concerning patent 9,462,544. The Board is asked to dismiss the proceeding under 35 U.S.C. § 317(a).
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. et al. v.Koninklijke KPN N.V.
Samsung Electronics and Dutch telecom KPN entered a confidential settlement and jointly moved to terminate the pending IPR on KPN’s RE48089 patent. The Board was asked to end the proceeding under 35 U.S.C. §317(a).
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. et al. v.Koninklijke KPN N.V.
The PTAB held that Samsung’s challenge to KPN’s RE48,089 patent was successful, finding all asserted claims unpatentable for obviousness over Olofsson and Kuruvilla. The Board adopted the petitioner’s claim construction for “coverage assessment” and rejected the patent owner’s arguments about distinct elements and operational networks.
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. et al. v.Koninklijke KPN N.V.
Court decision.
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. et al. v.Koninklijke KPN N.V.
Samsung Electronics has filed an IPR petition challenging KPN’s U.S. Patent 9,462,544, asserting that claim 1 is obvious over multiple LTE‑related prior art references. The petition seeks institution and argues the Board should not deny it under discretionary standards.
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. et al. v.Koninklijke KPN N.V.
Samsung has filed an IPR petition seeking to invalidate KPN’s RE48,089 patent covering automatic wireless coverage assessment. The petition relies on obviousness over Olofsson/Kuruvilla and Lee/Shrum and argues against discretionary denial.
Sanofi SA and Others v.Zentiva France and Others
This is a procedural order issued by the Local Division Munich of the Unified Patent Court scheduling an interim conference and oral hearing in consolidated infringement actions concerning European Patent No. 2 493 466. The claimants are multiple Sanofi entities, and the defendants include Zentiva France, Zentiva Pharma GmbH, and Zentiva, k.s. (among other defendants in related proceedings). The Presiding Judge set the interim conference for 17 July 2025 and the oral hearing for 14-17 October 2025.
Photon Wave Co., Ltd. v.Seoul Viosys Co., Ltd.
Order
DexCom, Inc. v.Abbott Laboratories and Others
This case concerns an appeal before the Court of Appeal of the Unified Patent Court regarding European Patent EP 3 831 282. DexCom had initiated infringement proceedings against the Abbott companies before the Paris Local Division, which were met by a counterclaim for revocation. The Paris Local Division revoked the patent entirely and dismissed DexCom's infringement claims. On appeal, DexCom withdrew its infringement action and the Abbott companies withdrew their counterclaim for revocation, with both parties consenting to closure of the proceedings.
Institute of Professional Representatives before the European Patent Office v.Suinno Mobile & AI Technologies Licensing Oy & Microsoft Corporation
The Institute of Professional Representatives before the European Patent Office (epi) applied under Rule 262(1)(b) of the Rules of Procedure for access to the written pleadings and evidence in an infringement action between Suinno Mobile & AI Technologies Licensing Oy and Microsoft Corporation concerning European patent EP 2 671 173. The applicant argued a specific interest based on the status and representation rights of in-house European Patent Attorneys before the UPC, an issue addressed in prior orders in the proceedings. The Court of First Instance (Paris seat) dismissed the application, holding that the interest in protecting the integrity of the ongoing proceedings outweighed the applicant's interest in accessing the case file, as the matter was purely legal and of a general nature.
DexCom, Inc. v.Abbott Laboratories and Others
This is an appeal order from the Court of Appeal of the Unified Patent Court concerning EP 3 435 866. DexCom appealed a decision of the Paris Local Division that had revoked the patent entirely and dismissed DexCom's infringement claims. Following the appeal, both parties agreed to withdraw the infringement action and the counterclaims for revocation, and the Court permitted the withdrawals, declared the proceedings closed, and ordered 60% reimbursement of appeal court fees to DexCom.
NEC Corporation v.TCL Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG et al.
The Local Division Munich of the Unified Patent Court addressed the withdrawal of counterclaims for revocation and for a FRAND-license offer filed by certain TCL defendants in a patent infringement action brought by NEC Corporation concerning European patent EP 2 645 714. Following a settlement and the conclusion of a patent licence agreement, the defendants withdrew both counterclaims and sought partial reimbursement of court fees. The court permitted the withdrawals, ordered 60% reimbursement of court fees for both counterclaims, and held that a counterclaim for a FRAND-license offer is subject to court fees by analogous application of Rule 370 RoP.
DexCom, Inc. v.Abbott Laboratories and Others
DexCom, Inc. appealed a decision of the Munich Local Division that revoked EP 3 797 685 entirely and dismissed all infringement claims brought against the Abbott companies. Following the appeal, DexCom applied to withdraw the infringement action, and the Abbott companies consented and applied to withdraw their counterclaims for revocation. The Court of Appeal permitted the withdrawals, declared the proceedings closed, and ordered a 60% refund of appeal court fees to DexCom.
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