February 15, 2012
Webinar
The issue of joint infringement can arise when the elements of a claim require the combined acts of two or more entities. In such cases, it is not always clear whether direct or joint liability will apply, particularly in view of the relationship (or lack thereof) between the parties. Claim drafters and patent litigants have struggled with this complex issue for many years, and sought guidance from the leading decisions in this area, including BMC Resources, Muniauction, and Golden Hour.
On 18 November 2011, the Federal Circuit heard oral argument in two separate appeals, Akamai Technologies, Inc. v. Limelight Networks, Inc. and McKesson Technologies, Inc. v. Epic Systems, Corp., to reexamine the legal standards and requirements for joint infringement. While these cases involve inventions related to computerized methods and web-based technologies, the outcome of these en banc appeals will likely impact a wide range of inventions, including those related to wireless networks, e-commerce, mechanical systems, as well as those in the chemical and biotechnology fields.
During this webinar our speakers will:
This webinar is the first in Finnegan’s 2012 series, “Strategic U.S. Patent Series for European Counsel.” We hope you are able to attend.
C. Gregory Gramenopoulos
Kara F. Stoll
Date:
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
16:00 CET
10:00 EST
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