By Jay L. Levine and Allen Carter on The FTC sent a message to “patent trolls” earlier this month, though how well that message will resonate remains to be seen. On Nov. 6, the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection concluded its investigation into MPHJ Technology Investments, LLC’s practices involving its so-called “inquiry letters” by agreeing to accept a consent order. The consent order … Continue Reading
By Jay L. Levine and Allen Carter on Have to give them an “A” for effort. “Patent troll” MPHJ Technology Investments, LLC sued the FTC hoping to shut down its investigation into the company because the investigation violated MPHJ’s First Amendment rights to petition. A West Texas federal judge recently ruled that MPHJ could not “derail” the FTC investigation with such a claim. … Continue Reading
By Jay L. Levine on Regardless of the size of your business or the industry you are in, antitrust laws should be on your radar. From technology to healthcare to manufacturing, competition is fierce. And the laws that regulate competition in nearly every industry seem to move with the same determination. Download Antitrust Law Source’s e-book from author, Jay Levine.… Continue Reading
