Intellectual Property
Landmark Patent Defense Victory
Successfully defended crucial medical device patent against infringement claims, protecting $2B in annual revenue.
Client
Innovative Medical Devices Inc.
Lead Attorney
Elizabeth Chen
Year
2023
The Challenge
A major competitor filed multiple patent infringement claims against our client's breakthrough medical device technology, threatening $2B in annual revenue and future market position. The case involved complex technical issues across multiple international jurisdictions.
Our Solution
Our IP litigation team:
1. Conducted comprehensive prior art search revealing weaknesses in competitor's patents
2. Developed strong invalidity arguments based on previously undiscovered prior art
3. Filed strategic countersuit leading to negotiation position of strength
4. Coordinated international litigation strategy across three continents
The Impact
Our strategy resulted in:
- Complete victory in patent defense
- Favorable cross-licensing agreement
- Strengthened patent portfolio through new filings
- Established favorable precedent for future cases
Sterling Law Partners' deep technical expertise and strategic approach not only protected our core technology but strengthened our market position through an innovative licensing agreement.