Today we celebrate the recognition of experts from Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, among the world’s leading patent experts and expert witnesses. Published annually, the IAM Patent 1000 is widely regarded as the definitive guide to world-class patent expertise, drawing on extensive research that includes interviews with attorneys, patent professionals, and in-house counsel. […]
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Intellectual Property Experts Recognized Among World’s Leading Patent Professionals
Global consulting firm J.S. Held proudly announces that eight experts from Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, have been recognized in the IAM Patent 1000: the “definitive ‘go-to’ resource for those seeking to identify world-class, private practice patent expertise and leading expert witnesses.” IAM reports, “Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, is ‘a […]
Two Leading Patent Professionals & Intellectual Property Strategists Join Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held
Renowned intellectual property experts David Kennedy and Larry Tedesco have joined Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held. Many of our experts have known and worked with David and Larry for decades. We are grateful to have them now as part of the Ocean Tomo team, enhancing our scope of experience and ability to provide […]
Case Law Update: Timing of Technical Expert Analysis of Non-Infringing Alternatives in Smart Path Connections
Recent case law may impact the timing of defendant technical expert analysis and opinion regarding non-infringing alternatives in patent infringement litigation. On March 13, 2024, Magistrate Judge Roy S. Payne, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, Marshall Division, issued an order in Smart Path Connections, LLC, v. Nokia of […]
Intellectual Property Experts Recognized Among World’s Leading Patent Professionals
Seven Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, intellectual property (IP) damages and business licensing practice experts were named to the IAM Patent 1000, the “definitive ‘go-to’ resource for those seeking to identify world-class, private practice patent expertise and leading expert witnesses.” IAM reports, “Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, is ‘a recognised leader in […]
A Better Approach to Collaboration Between Technical and Financial Experts in Intellectual Property Litigation
Technology related litigation, e.g., patent infringement and trade secret misappropriation matters, requires an explanation of complex concepts to the judge and jury. The responsibility for such explanations often falls to experts. Technical experts in patent infringement matters describe how elements of the asserted patent claims are (or are not) embodied in the accused product, to […]
Expert Testimony Insights on Trade Secrets
In a matter involving misappropriation of trade secrets related to software tools used in the healthcare industry, Syntel Sterling Best Shores Mauritius Ltd. v. Trizetto Grp., Inc., 68 F.4th 792, the Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit’s (“Second Circuit”) Order identified factors that may guide the recovery of damages based on avoided costs under […]
The U.S. Supreme Court Rules on Case Concerning the Standard for Enablement
On May 18, 2023, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous opinion in the case of Amgen Inc. v. Sanofi and Aventisub LLC (Docket No. 21-757), holding that two U.S. patents owned by Amgen failed to satisfy the enablement requirement of 35 U.S.C. §112(a). The Court’s ruling upheld the opinion of the Federal Circuit. U.S. […]