Order on Discovery Disputes
Judge Albright’s new procedures regarding discovery disputes is starting to generate some orders that give us an idea what’s in and out – here on venue and technical discovery.
Month: December 2021
Another 101 Grant in Waco Sheds Light on Timing of Ineligibility Determinations
Christmas also came for the defendant in this patent case, with Santa bringing a 101 dismissal for the defendant (albeit without prejudice), and analysis of when motions should be considered for the rest of us.
Motion for Entry of Judgment Under FRCP 68
You don’t often see FRCP 68 used to terminate a patent case.
Mediation procedures
In the age of COVID, mediations can be sort of like snowflakes – prevalent, yet unique. This order illustrates how.
Order on 101 Grant
Judge Albright issued the attached order memorializing his dismissal of the case on 101 grounds at the recent pretrial conference.
Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law in Trade Secret Misappropriation Damages Retrial
Judge Mazzant resolved the disgorgement issues in this case and directed the parties to submit a final judgment.
Freshub v. Amazon sanctions order
It says it’s a JMOL, but that’s not really what’s important.
Last Week in Texas – Episode 14
Episode 14 – What do you need to know about the new Magistrate Judge in Waco? And a textbook decision on seeking fees as a prevailing patent plaintiff.
Last Week in Texas – Episodes 12 & 13
The episodes have such great summaries on the podcast services. Today’s isn’t up yet, but here are the most recent – episodes 13 and 12.
Episode 13 – Has the Federal Circuit abandoned all judicial restraint when reviewing Judge Albright’s orders?
The Federal Circuit is now issuing opinions on Judge Albright’s venue decisions that are not even on appeal. What can we expect next? And moving beyond venue, last week’s rulings provide important lessons on both summary judgment practice and expert reports.
Episode 12 – The Senate turns a harsh gaze toward Texas. Will recent heat from Washington result in more cases being transferred out of Texas? Or will the Federal Circuit’s continued tinkering with venue make a difference?
Judge Albright Grants Preliminary Injunction in Patent Case
I can’t say this was a highlight of our anniversary trip to NYC, but it definitely occurred during it. So what does it mean?