JD Supra

Collaterally Estopped, Do Not Pass Go

In one of the latest decisions in the Apple/VirnetX saga, the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit reiterated that Rule 36 affirmance can create collateral estoppel. VirnetX Inc. v. Apple, Inc.
Military Times

Using a writ of mandamus to collaterally attack a court-martial conviction

The "Manual for Courts-Martial" is seen in this 2013 photo by the Fort Meade Public Affairs Office. (Army) After a conviction in a court-martial there are a few processes that may help reduce or ...
JD Supra

Collaterally Estopped: Do Not Re-Examine the Same Issues

In 2011, SynQor asserted several patents, including the ‘190 patent, the ‘702 patent and the ‘290 patent, against Vicor. Vicor petitioned for reexamination of the ‘190, ‘702 and ‘290 patents, arguing ...
The National Law Review

Collaterally Estopped, Do Not Pass Go

We collaborate with the world's leading lawyers to deliver news tailored for you. Sign Up for any (or all) of our 25+ Newsletters. Some states have laws and ethical rules regarding solicitation and ...