San Antonio, Texas – Multiple renowned Texas-based companies are at the center of a series of recent legal actions initiated by Secure Matrix LLC, a New York-based technology firm. The company, which specializes in authentication and secure connection technology, has launched a series of trademark infringement suits this month against prominent local and national businesses.
Secure Matrix LLC alleges that its patented technology, used to secure and authenticate user activities such as logging into accounts or making purchases online, has been infringed upon by a variety of companies ranging from the supermarket giant H-E-B to airlines and dining establishments. These corporations are accused of utilizing similar technology on their websites without authorization.
The legal battle commenced on March 21 with a lawsuit filed against H-E-B in a federal court in Texas, highlighting issues such as secure login processes and product searches on H-E-B’s website. The list of defendants quickly expanded to include Taco Cabana, Southwest Airlines, and San Antonio Shoe, Inc., which were sued shortly before, on March 12.
According to Secure Matrix, their patented processes are being used without permission not only by these companies but also by American Airlines for their flight booking services, Santikos for online movie ticket purchases, and SAS for their online shoe sales platform.
Beyond these current cases, Secure Matrix has a history of filing similar lawsuits. In 2025, the company targeted various other businesses including Cavender’s, Taco Bueno, Indeed, and several restaurant chains and retailers. The prior year, Secure Matrix took legal action against major corporations such as IBM, Sony, Microsoft, and Bank of America. Some of these prior cases saw resolutions outside of court; for instance, the lawsuit against Bank of America was dismissed following a resolution between the parties, and Secure Matrix withdrew its claims against Microsoft, Sony, and IBM in August.
The legal actions by Secure Matrix highlight the complexities and increasing frequency of patent infringement lawsuits in the tech industry. These cases underscore the tricky terrain of digital rights and the careful navigation required by companies to avoid potential legal pitfalls.
As the legal battles unfold, they serve as a stark reminder of the importance of adhering to intellectual property laws and the potential repercussions of oversight in this highly digitalized age. Businesses big and small are watching closely, as the outcomes of these lawsuits could set important precedents in the realm of online security and authentication technology.
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