PTAB Bar Association Advocates for Stability Amid USPTO TurmoilPTAB Bar Association advocates for stability at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board due to USPTO disruptions.
USPTO Director Takes Control of Expanded Discretionary Denials Amid PTAB Staffing ConcernsThe USPTO is shifting its patent challenge processes to centralize discretionary denial authority, likely increasing petition rejections.
Director Review Petitions Charge PTAB Analysis of Plant Utility Claims Threatens Competition for U.S. FarmersThe petitions claim PTAB's heightened patentability standard for plant utility claims undermines competition in seed markets.
USPTO Acting Director Expands on Reasoning for New Interim PTAB 'Workload Management' ProcessThe USPTO has introduced interim procedures for PTAB workload management to enhance efficiency and decision quality.
PTAB Masters Panelists Urge Patent Community to Stay Focused on What We Can ControlThe patent community should remain focused on key legislative reforms amid chaos.Leadership in the current administration is notably familiar with patents.
Farheena Rasheed to Serve as Acting Vice Chief Administrative PTAB JudgeRasheed's move to the PTAB addresses leadership vacancies and brings her expertise in administrative law during a crucial transition.
PTAB Bar Association Advocates for Stability Amid USPTO TurmoilPTAB Bar Association advocates for stability at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board due to USPTO disruptions.
USPTO Director Takes Control of Expanded Discretionary Denials Amid PTAB Staffing ConcernsThe USPTO is shifting its patent challenge processes to centralize discretionary denial authority, likely increasing petition rejections.
Director Review Petitions Charge PTAB Analysis of Plant Utility Claims Threatens Competition for U.S. FarmersThe petitions claim PTAB's heightened patentability standard for plant utility claims undermines competition in seed markets.
USPTO Acting Director Expands on Reasoning for New Interim PTAB 'Workload Management' ProcessThe USPTO has introduced interim procedures for PTAB workload management to enhance efficiency and decision quality.
PTAB Masters Panelists Urge Patent Community to Stay Focused on What We Can ControlThe patent community should remain focused on key legislative reforms amid chaos.Leadership in the current administration is notably familiar with patents.
Farheena Rasheed to Serve as Acting Vice Chief Administrative PTAB JudgeRasheed's move to the PTAB addresses leadership vacancies and brings her expertise in administrative law during a crucial transition.
Inventor Cites Notice Withdrawing USPTO's Fintiv Memo as 'Significant Authority' in Her Case Against Big Tech CompaniesHafeman's appeal focuses on the PTAB's failure to enforce a Sotera stipulation rather than the Fintiv analysis applied during IPR.
CAFC Vacates PTAB's Finding that Meat Prep Patent Was ObviousThe CAFC ruled that the PTAB's decision is unclear and must adhere to the obviousness theory presented in the case.
Save Your Claims: How to Beat the PTAB's 70% All Claims Invalidation RateUnderstanding the differences between district court and PTAB is crucial for effective patent litigation.
CAFC Affirms PTAB's Obviousness Finding Despite Erroneous Claim ConstructionThe CAFC upheld the PTAB's decision, finding an erroneous claim interpretation that did not affect the outcome of the patent invalidation.
Senate Committee Advances PREVAIL ActThe PREVAIL Act is set to change PTAB procedures, impacting patent challenges and potentially affecting generic drug pricing.New provisions aim to balance patent protection with access to affordable medications.
Legislation is Good, But the PTAB Needs a More Immediate OverhaulIPR provides a faster, cheaper alternative to district court litigation for patent validity assessments.
Inventor Cites Notice Withdrawing USPTO's Fintiv Memo as 'Significant Authority' in Her Case Against Big Tech CompaniesHafeman's appeal focuses on the PTAB's failure to enforce a Sotera stipulation rather than the Fintiv analysis applied during IPR.
CAFC Vacates PTAB's Finding that Meat Prep Patent Was ObviousThe CAFC ruled that the PTAB's decision is unclear and must adhere to the obviousness theory presented in the case.
Save Your Claims: How to Beat the PTAB's 70% All Claims Invalidation RateUnderstanding the differences between district court and PTAB is crucial for effective patent litigation.
CAFC Affirms PTAB's Obviousness Finding Despite Erroneous Claim ConstructionThe CAFC upheld the PTAB's decision, finding an erroneous claim interpretation that did not affect the outcome of the patent invalidation.
Senate Committee Advances PREVAIL ActThe PREVAIL Act is set to change PTAB procedures, impacting patent challenges and potentially affecting generic drug pricing.New provisions aim to balance patent protection with access to affordable medications.
Legislation is Good, But the PTAB Needs a More Immediate OverhaulIPR provides a faster, cheaper alternative to district court litigation for patent validity assessments.
The PTAB's 70% All-Claims Invalidation Rate Continues to Be a Source of ConcernThe All-Claims Invalidation Rate for patents has escalated dramatically, indicating significant challenges within the U.S. patent system.
Amici Spar Over Proper Bounds of Agency Rulemaking for NHK/Fintiv FrameworkNHK/Fintiv framework is valid but should be scrutinized for its binding authority on PTAB decision-making.
No Concrete Plans, No Standing: Federal Circuit's Latest on IPR AppealsFederal courts can only address actual controversies, not hypothetical situations, as established by the standing doctrine.The Platinum Optics v. Viavi Solutions case reiterates the importance of standing requirements in patent appeals.
The PTAB's 70% All-Claims Invalidation Rate Continues to Be a Source of ConcernThe All-Claims Invalidation Rate for patents has escalated dramatically, indicating significant challenges within the U.S. patent system.
Amici Spar Over Proper Bounds of Agency Rulemaking for NHK/Fintiv FrameworkNHK/Fintiv framework is valid but should be scrutinized for its binding authority on PTAB decision-making.
No Concrete Plans, No Standing: Federal Circuit's Latest on IPR AppealsFederal courts can only address actual controversies, not hypothetical situations, as established by the standing doctrine.The Platinum Optics v. Viavi Solutions case reiterates the importance of standing requirements in patent appeals.
Winning Strategies at the Federal CircuitKnowing the Federal Circuit is crucial for success in patent appeals.
Nautilus or Packard: A Recent PGR Petition Highlights Perils of USPTO Flip-FlopsPost grant challenges at the PTAB involve a mix of prosecution, litigation, and uncertainty.