经验

游戏

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游戏是本所业务分支，下属于 服务、游戏与娱乐休闲, 消费品和服务业, and 电子和信息科技.

Protecting your innovation is the name of the game
As video games and on-line gambling become more sophisticated, companies in the gaming industry look for exclusive ways to meet the needs of their diverse customer base. From advanced hardware in new video games systems, to mobile applications letting customers gamble from their couches, to incorporating augmented and virtual reality into the user experience, this industry requires significant investments in technology to stay ahead of the competition. Protecting IP in this ultra-competitive market is an elaborate task due to the various technologies and intellectual properties often involved with cutting-edge gaming innovation. In collaboration with clients, we develop comprehensive, holistic IP strategies designed to protect the spectrum of their technology and innovation. Finnegan is committed to helping lead the charge in the gaming world to bring modern, authentic, and fresh experiences to gamers across the globe.

Understanding the law, science, and technology
Finnegan’s lawyers and IP professionals have vast experience in protecting intellectual properties in dynamic, high-tech industries. With nearly 300 professionals holding scientific degrees across a range of disciplines, Finnegan provides broad IP services informed by understanding the technical aspects of clients’ innovations. Our professionals have substantial experience involving:

Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality (AR/VR)
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Copyrights in Gaming
Design Patents
Electrical and Computer Technology
Electrical Devices and Components
eSports
Fantasy Sports
Location Determination
Media and Entertainment
Slot Machines
Social Casinos
Social Gaming
Software/Source Code Protection
Video Game Peripherals
Video Game, Casino and Computing Hardware
Video Game Software

Whether it be procuring patents on new technology, representing clients in high-stakes litigation, or any other aspect of intellectual property protection, Finnegan blends seasoned legal experience with technical know-how to support clients in achieving their business goals and securing market share.

We help with:

Identifying patentable inventions and procuring patents through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to develop diverse IP portfolios
Challenging and defending patents in administrative proceedings, such as inter partes review (IPR) and post-grant proceedings, before the USPTO
Defending against infringement through litigation at district courts, the U.S. International Trade Commission, and other dispute resolution tribunals
Monetizing IP portfolios to help clients yield a return on their innovative investments
Reviewing and analyzing the IP of competitors to help clients better understand the landscape of protection in their industry and help avoid infringement
Providing services designed to create diverse IP portfolios that include utility and design patent, trademark, copyright, advertising, and trade secret protection
Drafting opinions and providing ongoing counseling to help guide clients through the innovation process

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经验

Represented LG Electronics in Investigation concerning certain media technologies in smartphones and televisions, home theater systems, Blu-ray disc players, and tablets. Following trial, all four asserted patents were found not infringed and/or invalid.

337-TA-882, ITC, Judge Shaw

Successfully invalidated all five patents asserted against client Playtika in district court litigation over gaming technology. Also representing Playtika in related inter partes review (IPR) proceedings and in a related appeal by NEXRF of Playtika’s district court victory.

3:20-cv-00603, D. Nev., Judge Du
IPR2021-00951, -00952, -00953, PTAB

Represented patent owner CG Technology in IPR challenges related to computer gaming/wagering systems. The cases were successfully settled.

IPR2019-00317, -00319, -00320, PTAB, Judges Weatherly, Hoskins, Majors

Represented petitioner and video game maker Harmonix Music Systems in an IPR. The Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) issued final written decision finding four patent claims unpatentable on two separate 35 U.S.C. § 102 grounds. Also successfully petitioned for a stay in the underlying D. Delaware litigation; Representing Harmonix and Electronic Arts against claims of infringement of a patent relating to controlling a virtual game environment.

IPR2014-00155, PTAB, Judges Osinki, Ward, Wood
1:12-cv-01461, D. Del., Judges Stark, Burke

Represented plaintiff High 5 Games in asserting trade secret misappropriation and patent infringement regarding slot machine technology. Settled favorably during fact discovery.

2:13-cv-07161, D.N.J., Judges Cavanaugh, Falk, Vazquez