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An AI-generated, human-curated podcast for brief discussions of US court decisions on Intellectual Property topics.

  1. 2D AGO

    Range of Motion Products v. Armaid (Fed. Cir., February 2, 2026) 2023-2427

    This episode concerns an opinion from the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit which details a patent dispute where Range of Motion Products accused Armaid Company of infringing on its design patent for a body massaging device. The court ultimately affirmed a summary judgment of non-infringement, concluding that the accused "Armaid2" was plainly dissimilar to the patented design once functional elements were filtered out. A central theme of the ruling is the claim construction process, which requires judges to distinguish between ornamental features protected by the patent and functional aspects dictated by the tool's utility. In a notable dissenting opinion, Chief Judge Moore argues that the "plainly dissimilar" legal framework improperly focuses on minute differences rather than overall similarity, thereby stripping juries of their role in deciding whether a reasonable consumer would be deceived. Chief Judge Moore highlights the bias in how the underlying legal test is framed for consideration. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not create an attorney-client relationship. The AI-generated hosts are not attorneys and are not providing legal advice. The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

    9 min

  2. 4D AGO

    Sound View Innovations v. Hulu (Fed. Cir., January 29, 2026) 2024-1092

    In this episode, the Federal Circuit affirmed summary judgment for Hulu, ruling it did not infringe Sound View’s streaming patent. Although the court rejected a narrow "specialized buffer" definition, it held Claim 16 requires a specific order of operations: receiving a request before allocation. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not create an attorney-client relationship. The AI-generated hosts are not attorneys and are not providing legal advice. The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

    10 min

  3. JAN 24

    US Patent 7,679,637 v. Google LLC (Fed. Cir., January 22, 2026) 2024-1520

    This episode concerns a judicial opinion from the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit affirming a lower court's decision to dismiss a patent infringement lawsuit brought against Google. The dispute centers on U.S. Patent No. 7,679,637, which describes a web conferencing system that allows users to review recorded segments of a presentation while it is still occurring. The court concluded that the patent is legally invalid because it focuses on the abstract idea of asynchronous content review rather than a specific technological breakthrough. Furthermore, the judges found that the invention lacked an inventive concept, as it relied on conventional software components and well-known data manipulation techniques. Ultimately, the court upheld the dismissal under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12(b)(6), ruling that no amendment to the complaint could overcome the patent's inherent lack of eligibility. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not create an attorney-client relationship. The AI-generated hosts are not attorneys and are not providing legal advice. The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

    11 min

  4. JAN 22

    Barry v. DePuy Synthes Companies (Fed. Cir., January 20, 2026) 2023-2226

    This episode concerns an opinion in Barry v. DePuy Synthes Companies by the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit reviewing a district court's decision to exclude critical expert testimony and granting judgment as a matter of law in favor of the defendant. The dispute centers on patent infringement allegations regarding surgical tools and techniques used to correct spinal deformities through a method known as "en bloc derotation." While the lower court dismissed the testimony of Dr. Yassir and Dr. Neal as unreliable and contradictory, the appellate court ruled that these exclusions were an abuse of discretion. The judges determined that the experts’ findings were valid applications of the law rather than contradictions, meaning the jury should have been allowed to weigh the evidence. Consequently, the appellate court reversed the judgment and remanded the case for a new trial, asserting that the credibility of such expert analysis is a factual matter for a jury to decide. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not create an attorney-client relationship. The AI-generated hosts are not attorneys and are not providing legal advice. The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

    11 min

  5. JAN 9

    Crocs, Inc. v. International Trade Commission (Fed. Cir., January 8, 2026) 2024-1300

    This episode concerns an opinion from the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit resolving a dispute between Crocs, Inc. and the International Trade Commission regarding trademark infringement of the "Classic Clog" design. The court dismissed the portion of the appeal concerning active competitors because Crocs failed to file its challenge within the required 60-day window following the initial no-violation finding. Although Crocs argued that the timeline should be paused during a presidential review period, the court ruled that such delays only apply to findings of actual violations, not exonerations. Additionally, the court affirmed the Commission's decision to issue only a limited exclusion order against defaulting companies rather than the broader, industry-wide ban Crocs requested. The judges concluded that the Commission acted within its legal discretion by restricting the remedy to those specific parties that failed to participate in the investigation. This ruling emphasizes that appellate deadlines are strictly enforced and that remedial measures in trade disputes are closely tied to the specific status of the respondents. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not create an attorney-client relationship. The AI-generated hosts are not attorneys and are not providing legal advice. The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

    11 min

  6. 12/26/2025

    Ethanol Boosting Systems v Ford Motor Co (Fed. Cir., December 23, 2025) 2024-1381

    This episode concerns an opinion from the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit affirming a decision by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board to invalidate several patents owned by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and licensed to Ethanol Boosting Systems (EBS). The legal dispute with Ford Motor Company centered on fuel management systems designed to reduce "engine knock" by using both direct and port fuel injection. The court rejected EBS’s procedural challenge regarding an alleged unauthorized stay of the proceedings, ruling that such institution-related decisions are generally shielded from judicial review. Furthermore, the court upheld a broad claim construction of the term "fuel," finding that the patents did not specifically exclude the use of gasoline as an anti-knock agent. Finally, the court concluded that substantial evidence supported the Board’s finding that the claimed inventions were obvious based on combinations of existing automotive prior art. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not create an attorney-client relationship. The AI-generated hosts are not attorneys and are not providing legal advice. The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

    10 min

  7. 12/23/2025

    Micron Technology v. Longhorn IP (Fed. Cir., December 18, 2025) 2023-2007

    In this episode, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit dismissed an appeal involving Micron Technology and patent licensing firms Longhorn IP and Katana Silicon Technologies. The dispute stems from a lower court's decision to apply the Idaho Bad Faith Assertions of Patent Infringement Act, which required the licensing firms to post an $8 million bond after they were accused of "patent trolling." The appellate court determined it lacked jurisdiction because the order was not a final judgment and did not meet the strict criteria for an immediate interlocutory appeal. Consequently, the court refused to rule on whether the state law was preempted by federal patent law or if the bond amount was excessive. This ruling effectively maintains the status quo, requiring the parties to continue the litigation in the district court before any further federal appeals can be pursued. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not create an attorney-client relationship. The AI-generated hosts are not attorneys and are not providing legal advice. The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

    9 min

  8. 12/18/2025

    Wonderland Switzerland AG v Evenflo Company (Fed. Cir., December 17, 2025) 2023-2043

    This episode is about an Opinion from the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit regarding a patent infringement case between Wonderland Switzerland AG and Evenflo Company, Inc. The central conflict involves Evenflo appealing a district court's judgment that its convertible car seats infringed upon two of Wonderland's patents, the '043 and '951 patents, which cover car seat technology. The Court of Appeals affirmed-in-part, reversed-in-part, vacated-in-part, and remanded the case, notably finding that no reasonable jury could find Evenflo's 4-in-1 seats infringed the '043 patent and reversing a permanent injunction against Evenflo for both patents due to lack of support for irreparable harm. Additionally, the court reversed the denial of a new trial on willful infringement for the '043 patent concerning Evenflo's 3-in-1 seats, arguing the district court improperly excluded probative evidence of Evenflo's subjective intent. Circuit Judge Reyna wrote an opinion concurring-in-part and dissenting-in-part, disagreeing with the majority's decision to reverse the denial of a new trial on willful infringement. This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not create an attorney-client relationship. The AI-generated hosts are not attorneys and are not providing legal advice. The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

    11 min
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An AI-generated, human-curated podcast for brief discussions of US court decisions on Intellectual Property topics.

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  • Creator
    Randy Noranbrock
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    73
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Condensed IP
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