A CRA consultant addressed the economic prong of the domestic industry and public interest factors for a manufacturer of end-to-end high-speed network interconnectivity products factors in an ITC investigation. The investigation arose from alleged infringement of Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser (VCSEL) and VCSEL driver technology.
Evaluating the “next best” alternative when determining a reasonable royalty for patent infringement damages
In the context of a reasonable royalty analysis for patent infringement damages, accused infringers often consider their next best alternative when evaluating...