Fed. Circ. Nix Of $18M Fine Shows USPTO Challenges' Power

By Ryan Davis (July 31, 2014, 7:38 PM EDT) -- The Federal Circuit's decision to throw out an $18 million contempt fine in an infringement case after a re-examination invalidated the patent highlights the significant strategic advantages accused infringers can gain from challenging patents at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, attorneys say....

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