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Honoring a Legacy of Service: U.S. Magistrate Judge Michael G. Gotsch, Sr., Announces Retirement

After an illustrious four-decade career dedicated to public service, U.S. Magistrate Judge Michael G. Gotsch, Sr., has declared his intent to retire in August 2024. His impending retirement from the United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana marks the culmination of a remarkable journey. Judge Gotsch, with…

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Legal Verdict: STMicroelectronics Liable for $32.5M Damages to Purdue University in Transistor Technology Patent Case

  STMicroelectronics, a leading European chipmaker, has been held accountable for violating Purdue University’s patent related to transistor technology. This ruling, delivered by a jury in a West Texas court, resulted in a $32.5 million damages verdict. The jury supported Purdue’s argument that ST’s use of silicon carbide metal oxide…

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Patent Office Issued 270 Patents to Indiana Entities in October 2023

The U.S. Patent Office issued the following 270 patents to persons and businesses in Indiana in October 2023: US 11515057 B2 High optical transparent two-dimensional electronic conducting system and process for generating same US 11515742 B2 Methods, systems, and apparatus for reducing cogging torque in an electric machine US 11512362 B2…

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From Typo to Triumph: The Inspiring Story of Bette Nesmith Graham

Bette Nesmith Graham, a single mother facing financial struggles while working as a secretary, encountered a pivotal moment that transformed her career. Observing artists painting festive scenes on a bank’s windows, she had an epiphany. Her lifelong love for the arts, combined with perseverance, became her savior. Having dropped out…

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Orthopedic Plate System at Center of Patent Infringement Suit

Plaintiff OrthoPediatrics Corp. (“OP”) filed a Complaint against fellow Warsaw, Indiana corporation, WishBone Medical, Inc. (“WishBone”).  They are alleging patent infringement concerning U.S. Patent No. 8,777,998, titled “Pediatric Long Bone Support or Fixation Plate.” The complaint states that the Plaintiff (OP) has designed and patented an innovative orthopedic plate system…

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Unraveling the Legal Knot: Copyright Infringement and the UFC Broadcast Case

Joe Hand Promotions, Inc., a Pennsylvania-based corporation, alleges ownership of exclusive distribution rights for broadcasting premier sporting events, including the Ultimate Fighting Championship® (UFC). Through agreements with copyright holders, Joe Hand Promotions, Inc. claims they obtained authorization to exhibit UFC 246: McGregor vs. Cowboy. Defendants, comprising LNH, LLC operating in…

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Court Order in HeathSmart Foods, Inc. v. Sweet Nothings, Inc.

Defendants in trademark infringement case, HealthSmart Foods, Inc. v. Sweet Nothings, Inc. and Beth Porter have initiated a Motion to Dismiss based on lack of personal jurisdiction under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12(b)(2) and failure to state a claim under Rule 12(b)(6). Additionally, they have requested the case be…

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Protecting Intellectual Property: A Legal Fight in the Entertainment Industry

Las Vegas, NV – Plaintiff G & G Closed Circuit Events, LLC is attempting to safeguard their purported, exclusive distribution rights by suing Indianapolis, Indiana Defendants Susana Sanchez and La Casa De Los Mariscos Mexican Grill #2 LLC for the alleged unauthorized publication of a cable television program. G&G’s argument…

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Davaus, LLC Brings Suit Over Alleged Patent Infringement of Agricultural Product

Hoagland, Indiana – A legal filing initiated by Davaus, LLC against S7 IP Holdings, LLC and Shawn Gengerke is a Complaint for Declaratory Judgment. According to the complaint, Davaus seeks legal affirmation that their product, the Kernel Keeper™, does not infringe, is not covered by, and renders invalid the United…

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Patent Office Issued 225 Patents to Indiana Entities in September 2023

The U.S. Patent Office issued the following 225 patents to persons and businesses in Indiana in September 2023: Patent Number                             Patent Title US 11766015 B1 Maize hybrid X13R074 US 11767804 B1 Cast engine block having a hybrid threaded insert US 11767641 B2 Sanitary tissue products US 11766208 B2 Device for…

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