Patent Infringement Victory
Intellectual Property

Patent Infringement Victory

Successfully defended technology startup against patent infringement claims from industry giant, preserving innovation rights.

Date
July 2024
Duration
20 months
Outcome
Claims Dismissed
Client
Technology Startup
Location
Lagos, Nigeria
Value
$5 million

Case Overview

Our intellectual property team successfully defended a promising technology startup against patent infringement claims brought by a major industry corporation. The case involved complex technical analysis, prior art research, and strategic litigation management. We not only achieved dismissal of all claims but also secured favorable licensing arrangements for our client's continued innovation.

The Challenge

Defending against well-funded corporation with extensive patent portfolio while protecting startup's limited resources and ensuring continued product development.

Our Approach

  • Conducted comprehensive prior art search and analysis
  • Retained technical experts in relevant technology fields
  • Filed strategic counterclaims for declaratory relief
  • Negotiated protective orders for confidential technology
  • Developed cost-effective litigation strategy to preserve client resources

Results Achieved

  • Complete dismissal of all patent infringement claims
  • Favorable licensing agreement secured for future development
  • Client's technology and trade secrets protected
  • Substantial legal fee recovery achieved
  • Strong precedent set for similar technology disputes

Case Timeline

November 2022
Patent infringement lawsuit filed against client
January 2023
Answer and counterclaims filed
May 2023
Technical expert discovery completed
September 2023
Prior art analysis and invalidity arguments prepared
March 2024
Summary judgment motions filed and argued
July 2024
Complete victory and favorable settlement

Case Documents

Patent Invalidity Analysis
PDF4.2 MB
Technical Expert Reports
PDF3.8 MB
Settlement and Licensing Agreement
PDF2.5 MB

Client Testimonial

"A.O.S. Hodonu & Co. saved our company. They understood both the technology and the business implications, delivering a result that lets us continue innovating without fear."
Dr. Samuel Johnson
Dr. Samuel Johnson
CTO, InnovaTech Solutions

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