Thursday, March 26, 2009

ITC Investigates Possible Patent Violations of Electronic Devices


In two separate cases, the United States International Trade Commission "ITC" has instituted an investigation of alleged patent infringement of certain electronic devices. The first investigation (337-TA-673) covers importation of handheld wireless devices including smart phones, cellular telephones and television remote controls. Filed by Saxon Innovations, LLC of Tyler, TX, the complaint alleges that the importation and sale of these items infringe on patents identified in the complaint.

The second investigation (337-TA-672) involves electronic devices having image capture or display functionality. such as digital cameras and cellular telephones. Filed by LG electronics, Inc. of Korea, the complaint alleges that the importation and sale of these electronic devices infringe on patents identified in the complaint.

Additional complaints against similar articles have been filed and are awaiting action by the ITC. A list of the recent Intellectual Property (Section 337) complaints can be found on the ITC website. Status of current Section 337 investigations can also be found on the ITC website.
Within 45 days after institution of these investigations, the ITC will set a target date for completing the investigation.

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