The evolution of grid management strategies to accommodate the increased adoption of renewable energy sources has led to a significant rise in both patent filings and patent disputes. An increased proportion of a grid's power...more
7/29/2025
/ Clean Energy ,
Energy Storage ,
Grid Energy Storage ,
Infrastructure ,
Innovative Technology ,
Intellectual Property Protection ,
Patent Litigation ,
Patents ,
Power Grid ,
Renewable Energy ,
Risk Management ,
Solar Energy ,
Wind Power
“Recently, demand response opportunities for residential customers have been expanding. Where these programs allow energy providers to directly control, through the internet, consumers’ smart thermostats and appliances,...more
Patent owners facing inter partes review (IPR) challenges have the option of filing a motion to amend as a contingency plan. This motion, accompanied by proposed substitute claims, allows the patent owner a fallback position...more
This article explores the effect of the pandemic on patent trials. Early in the COVID-19 pandemic, rapidly shifting conditions, state and federal guidance, and many unknowns forced federal district courts to adapt their...more