Federal Circuit Reverses Jury’s Infringement Ruling in LabCorp vs. Qiagen, Citing Claim Construction Errors

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in Washington, D.C., has overturned a previous ruling by a district court in a significant patent infringement case involving Laboratory Corp. of America Holdings (LabCorp) and Qiagen Sciences, LLC. The appellate court found that the jury’s conclusions regarding patent infringement were not backed by adequate evidence and that the district court had improperly allowed the jury to make determinations on claim construction. LabCorp possesses two patents focused on methods for preparing DNA samples for sequencing, aiming to enhance whole-genome sequencing techniques. The dispute arose when LabCorp … Read more

Saif Ali Khan Opens Up About Winning the National Award: The Surprising Reason Behind the Jury’s Decision Over Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Swades’

Mumbai, India — Saif Ali Khan recently shared insights into his receiving the National Award for Best Actor, a recognition that has often fueled discussions about his contemporaries, particularly Shah Rukh Khan and his acclaimed performance in “Swades.” Both actors are major figures in Indian cinema, but Khan’s achievement has raised eyebrows amidst comparisons to Khan’s work. In an interview, Saif Ali Khan disclosed that he was informed by the jury that his performance in “Hum Tum” was what led to the prestigious award. He emphasized that the decision was not meant to overshadow other … Read more

Urvashi’s Bold Response: National Award Jury’s ‘Supporting Actress’ Label Sparks Controversy Over Lead Role Recognition

MUMBAI, India — Actress Urvashi Rautela has voiced her frustration over the National Award jury’s classification of her role as a supporting actress, despite her prominent position in the film for which she was nominated. Rautela’s response has sparked conversations within the film industry about the nuances of categorizing performances in movies. In a recent statement, Rautela expressed her disappointment after receiving recognition from the National Film Awards, where her work was deemed deserving but categorized in a way she believes undermines her contribution. The actress played a central role in the production, and she … Read more

Urvashi Critiques National Award Jury’s Choice: ‘Is This All That’s Left After a Certain Age?’

Urvashi, a prominent figure in the Indian film industry, has voiced her discontent with the National Award jury’s decision regarding the Best Supporting Actress honor. In a recent statement, she expressed her belief that the award’s criteria seem to favor younger actresses, raising questions about recognition for more seasoned performers. The actress, renowned for her contributions to Indian cinema, articulated that receiving accolades does not appear to be equitable as individuals age. “Is this all you get after a certain age?” she questioned, implying that the industry may overlook the talents and achievements of older … Read more