Moderna, Arbutus Clash On Gov't Venue For Vax IP Claims

By Dani Kass · August 17, 2026, 10:30 PM EDT

Moderna Inc. has accused Arbutus Biopharma Corp. of turning a government contractor indemnification law "upside down" by arguing the COVID-19 vaccine supplier must face infringement litigation, while Arbutus says the government...

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Case Information

Case Title

Arbutus Biopharma Corporation v. Moderna, Inc.

Case Number

26-1581

Court

Appellate - Federal Circuit

Nature of Suit

830 Patent Infringement (Fed. Qst.)

Date Filed

March 30, 2026