One aspect of ITC litigation that is unique to Section 337 actions and not present in typical IP litigation is the “domestic industry” requirement. This often taken-for-granted part of ITC litigation can be minor speedbump or...more
When your company receives a notice from the International Trade Commission (“ITC”) that a complaint was filed against it and the Commission has decided to institute a Section 337 Investigation, your first question might be...more
Let’s take a step back and look at the International Trade Commission (ITC) investigation process from the beginning. Someone is importing products, or components in products, that infringe on your intellectual property...more
You just received a subpoena or, even worse, a complaint alleging you infringe a patent. But, instead of directing you to a federal courthouse, the caption reads: United States International Trade Commission – or more...more