Patent Litigation

With the introduction of the Unified Patent Court (UPC) and the new European Patent with Unitary Effect, the European patent litigation system is undergoing a set of fundamental reforms. This timely book assesses the current state of European patent litigation by analysing recently published data on Europe's four major patent jurisdictions - the UK, Germany, France and the Netherlands - and also looks ahead to examine what the impact of the UPC is likely to be on Europe's patent litigation system in the near future.

This book is directed to in-house counsel, potential witnesses, and parties who are or may become involved in patent litigation. The book is divided into two Parts. In the Part One, reflections of the party patent owner and the party infringer in the midst of a patent litigation sets the stage for the intersection of market commerce and patent litigation in the competitive world. In the second chapter in Part One, a typical scenario is provided as to how a patent dispute may arise. Part Two is directed to a step-by-step description (at a relatively broad level) of all stages of patent litigation, from filing of complaint through discovery, fact and expert depositions, mediation, design around considerations, pretrial order, patent jury trial and appeal. The Appendices include a glossary of patent terminology, a set of actual jury instructions, a Markman opinion on claim construction, and a recent statement by the FDC regarding deficiencies in the current patent litigation system. TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface: The Patent System–Flawed but Workable Chapter 1: Reflections of a Patent Owner and Alleged Infringer—A Week into a Patent Infringement Trial A. The Alleged Infringer B. The Patent Owner Chapter 2: Example of How a Patent Dispute Might Arise A. The Invention B. Patent Owner Learns of Competitor's Potential Infringement C. Meeting of Parties—Disastrous Results Chapter 3: The Dynamics of a Typical Patent Litigation: An Introduction A. The U.S. Patent Right B. “Prior Art” and the Date of Invention—Fundamental Concepts in Patent Law C. A Patent is a Right to Exclude, Not a Right to Use D. A Patent Infringement Lawsuit is Complex Litigation Chapter 4: The Complaint, Answer, Initial Disclosure, and Docket Control Order A. The Complaint B. The Answer C. Preparation of Initial Disclosures and Joint Discovery/Case Management Plan D. Docket Control Order Chapter 5: The Discovery Process—Planning the Case A. What Is “Discovery”? B. The Protective Order C. Protection of Privileged Documents and Information D. A Listing of Information Typically Relevant for Production in a Patent Infringement Case E. Third-Party Discovery F. The Role of the Experts G. Engagement of the Experts Chapter 6: The Markman Hearing: Impact of the Ruling Chapter 7: Is an Alternate Noninfringing Design Available to the Accused Infringer? Chapter 8: Mediation: What Is it? How Does it Work? Chapter 9: Fact Depositions A. Fact Depositions in General B. Preparing the Witness for Deposition C. Understanding the Deposition Process: Instructions to the Witness Chapter 10: Depositions of Experts Chapter 11: Summary Judgment Chapter 12: Jury Consultants and Jury Studies A. The Role of the Jury in a Patent Trial B. Jury Consultants—Pretrial C. Jury Consultants—Trial Chapter 13: Closing of Discovery/Pretrial Order Chapter 14: Final Preparation Before Trial Chapter 15: The Trial A. The First Day of Trial B. The Patent Owner's Case-in-Chief C. Hearing on Motions for Judgment as a Matter of Law D. The Accused Infringer's Case in Defense E. Rebuttal by Patent Owner F. Reading of Jury Instructions to Jury G. Closing Arguments H. Jury Deliberation and Verdict I. The Jury Verdict Chapter 16: Postrial Motions and Final Judgment A. The Final Judgment Will Likely Include an Injunction Chapter 17: Postrial Mediation and the Appellate Process A. Postrial Mediation B. The Appellate Process APPENDICES

The second edition of Patent Law: Fundamentals of Doctrine and Policy provides a remarkably accessible yet robust introduction to patent law and its practical application. Written in a straightforward style, the authors focus on providing a deep understanding of doctrine and policy without "hiding the ball" in ways that can hinder student comprehension. The book will appeal to students who have scientific and technical backgrounds or prior patent experience, as well as students who simply have an interest in technology and innovation and seek a well-rounded legal education. The book teaches all the core patent statutes and doctrines in the United States patent system. The authors employ several pedagogical methods to ensure students' mastery of each topic. At the outset of each chapter and section are detailed explanations of the black letter law. When new concepts are introduced, the text provides examples and explanations along with diagrams and illustrations. Case law is edited to emphasize legal principles and avoid excessive technological complexities. Updates to the second edition include: Dozens of new case discussions to bring the legal content up to date; Revamped presentation of novelty to further emphasize AIA law over pre-AIA law; Added examples, explanations, and practice questions to reinforce understanding; Increased internal cross-referencing to highlight relationships between discussions across the text; Reordering of topic coverage to enhance comprehension; and Further editing and editorializing of cases to focus on salient points of law.

This book sets out governing statutes and rules at the beginning of each chapter and includes sample litigation documents where possible. The casebook begins with discussions of who to sue, where to sue, pleading requirements, discovery, and trial strategy. It then moves into substantive legal issues. The Third Edition includes new material on pharmaceutical litigation under the Hatch-Waxman Act and the most developments in the law of invalidity and infringement. The book next addresses issues surrounding remedies, including injunctive relief (with a discussion of the Supreme Court's eBay decision), contempt proceedings, and damages. Also included are post-trial matters including jury instructions, special verdict forms, the preclusive effect of final judgments, judgment as a matter of law, and new trial motions. Finally, the book covers the appeal process and reexamination and reissue proceedings.

In Patent Litigation in China, Douglas Clark provides U.S. and other non-Chinese practitioners with an overview of the patent litigation system in China and with strategic commentary to ensure better decision-making by those responsible for bringing or defending patent actions in China.

The book is explaining in detail the current discussion regarding the unification of European patent law. It explains the current national legal practices in Europe, describing the legal and factual issues and the different approaches to achieve unification. The book manages to show the complex situation and the different opinions from the beginning of the discussion in a clear and comprehensive manner without requiring previous knowledge of the reader and is therefore to be recommended for everyone interested. Jochen Pagenberg, LL.M. Harvard, President EPLAW, Germany and Thomas Schachl, LL.M., Attorney-at-law, Germany In his detailed study, Stefan Luginbuehl critically examines the latest efforts to establish a common European and EU patent litigation system and suggests possible alternatives to such a system. Due to the lack of a European patent court, both the EPO and national judges interpret European patents and European patent law. This results in diverging interpretation across Europe and costly litigation for patent holders. Stefan Luginbuehl s proposals to promote the goal of a uniform interpretation of patent law and ease the difficulties are timely and highly insightful. Dealing with important legal and political issues related to European patent litigation and the establishment of a common patent litigation system, this book will appeal to practitioners, patent litigators, patent attorneys and judges specialised in patent litigation. Academics teaching and learning IP (patent law), private international law, or international civil procedure, will find this study interesting as the book deals with important aspects of national and international patent litigation, as well as procedural and structural questions related to the establishment of a patent court for Europe.