Fewer patent lawsuits could be filed in places like Central California with the end of a program that funneled patent cases in certain judicial districts to a small group of judges.
The Patent Pilot Program was created 10 years ago by Congress with an eye toward increasing expertise in patent cases among district court judges. Within select judicial districts, patent suits were sent to judges who opted to hear such cases.
The program is set to expire in July. With its end, more lawsuits could be overseen by judges who aren’t experienced with patent cases—or don’t particularly care for them. ...
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