The PTAB’s institution rates have bounced back under Director Vidal, as discretionary denials have plummeted.
Key Points:
..Petitioners are enjoying the highest institution rate since 2015-2016, driven largely by a...more
The Court’s decision, expected next summer, is unlikely to affect currently pending PTAB proceedings.
Key Points:
..The Supreme Court will review the Federal Circuit’s decision holding that the appointments of the...more
The PTAB may join only parties, not issues, to existing proceedings.
Key Points:
..A party may no longer join additional issues to a pending IPR.
..Defendants are most likely to be affected when more than one year...more