Ericsson Seeks Court Intervention in Acer Patent Dispute
By Editorial Team
Ericsson Inc. has taken legal action in a Delaware federal court to prevent potential patent infringement claims from Acer Inc. related to 4G, LTE, and 5G wireless technology. The Swedish telecommunications giant filed a preemptive lawsuit following Acer’s pursuit of Ericsson customers in a separate legal matter.
Ericsson is seeking a ruling from the court affirming that it has not violated six patents owned by Acer. The patents in question cover various aspects of 4G, LTE, and 5G wireless standards.
The legal dispute between Ericsson and Acer highlights the ongoing battles in the telecommunications industry over intellectual property rights, particularly in the rapidly evolving field of wireless technology.
Legal Background and Details
Ericsson’s legal team, represented by law firms McKool Smith and Richards Layton, is defending the company against potential patent infringement allegations from Acer. The patents at issue include:
- 11,252,641 – Method of system information transmission and acquisition
- 11,044,053 – Device and method of handling code block group-based communication operation
- 10,237,791 – Method of updating network detection and selection information and traffic routing information
- 8,737,333 – Method of power reporting and communication device thereof
- 9,526,048 – Method of handling measurement gap configuration and communication device thereof
- 9,999,097 – Method of radio bearer establishment in dual connectivity
The legal battle between Ericsson and Acer is unfolding in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware. The outcome of this case could have significant implications for both companies and the wider telecommunications industry.
As the legal proceedings progress, both Ericsson and Acer are expected to present their arguments and evidence to support their respective positions on the alleged patent infringement claims.
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