Defense Digest

On the Pulse ... Technology, Media And Intellectual Property Law Practice Group

Technology issues present a challenge for many companies, particularly because of the daunting expense and risk associated with litigation of intellectual property matters. As a result, companies increasingly are exploring areas of insurance coverage in which they had no historical experience. Therefore, when it becomes necessary to defend an intellectual property claim, it is critical to retain experienced counsel.

Marshall, Dennehey, Warner, Coleman & Goggin's Technology, Media and Intellectual Property Litigation Practice Group is uniquely situated to provide our clients with a cutting-edge, yet cost-effective defense. Drawing on the technical and scientific backgrounds of many of our group members, we have litigated cases across the country, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Ohio, Florida and Illinois, utilizing highly effective, individually tailored strategies that incorporate our industry and legal experience. We foster a proactive approach to defending our clients, which begins with risk management counseling and pre-claim resolution strategies and extends through trial. Our attorneys understand the many facets of technology litigation, including electronic discovery issues, preservation of electronic information and computer imaging.

Technology

We have represented a broad spectrum of clients faced with technology-related issues, encompassing vendors, independent contractors and technology consumers. Our experience includes:

Our technology practice extends to investigations, injunctions, protective orders, discovery, motion practice, trials and appeals.

Media

We have deep experience litigating First Amendment and media issues, including defamation, libel, privacy rights, injunctions, gag orders and prior restraints. The firm's clients include public officials, municipal entities, healthcare organizations, schools, newspapers, radio stations and celebrities. Our attorneys employ practical strategies designed to effectively manage the sensitive issues that often arise in media litigation.

Intellectual Property

Our Group actively litigates Patent, Copyright, Lanham Act and other related intellectual property matters in state and federal courts across the country. We have successfully obtained restraining orders barring trade in counterfeit products in violation of trademark and copyright laws.

When defending patent infringement claims, our attorneys are positioned to draw from their engineering and scientific backgrounds to effectively evaluate and handle such claims. Unlike traditional litigators, we do not require a "ramp up" period to understand our client's business, resulting in a cost savings and more efficient defense. Moreover, we are skilled at distilling complex issues and cogently present them at trial and Markman hearings.

Our unique blend of practical and legal experience has resulted in positive results for our clients. A testament to our success has been the direct referral of trademark, trade dress and copyright cases from our existing products and general liability clients.

While we employ pre-claim strategies aimed at early resolution, where appropriate, we are not afraid to take a case to a jury. Our attorneys have considerable experience in trial work, including numerous jury trials, and have litigated hundreds of complex cases throughout the country. Such deep experience proves invaluable in effectively presenting the complex and highly technical issues involved in intellectual property matters to lay jury panels. This experience cannot be underestimated and distinguishes our firm from those with intellectual property expertise, yet little or no jury trial experience.

We recognize that the strength of our firm is our clients. We pride ourselves in utilizing cost-effective techniques coupled with vigorous advocacy. To that end, we welcome discussion of alternative pricing techniques designed to advance the best interests of our clients. If we may be of assistance to you in any way, or if you would like to be added to our monthly newsletter providing pertinent case law updates, please contact me at (215) 575-2713 or via email at tjkobus@mdwcg.com.

* Ted is the Chairperson of the firm's Technology, Media and Intellectual Property Law Litigation Practice Group. He may be reached in our Philadelphia, Pennsylvania office at (215) 575-2713 or tjkobus@mdwcg.com.