Polsinelli Shughart is seeing a recent trend in patent litigation; the so-called "false marking" lawsuit. In fact, lawsuits are being filed daily accusing well-known retailers of violating the False Marking Statute. Exposure for defendants in these lawsuits goes beyond the cost of defense. If a company violates the False Marking Statute, Courts are authorized to access significant monetary penalties.
Intellectual Property Practice Litigation Chair Keith Grady has recorded a four minute podcast on this topic.
To listen to the podcast, click here.