Federal Circuit Clarifies Different Ways to Effect Apportionment
Federal Circuit vacates damages, finding expert opinion was inadmissible because Georgia-Pacific discussion lacked analysis that tied G-P factors to facts of the case; court affirms apportionment requirement need not be satisfied through royalty base.
Exmark Mfg. Co. v. Briggs & Stratton Power Prods. Grp. LLC
Federal Circuit vacates damages, finding expert opinion was inadmissible because Georgia-Pacific discussion lacked analysis that tied G-P factors to facts of the case; court affirms apportionment requirement need not be satisfied through royalty base.
Owner’s Compensation Must Be Deducted From Lost Profits Award
The Florida Court of Appeals for the 5th District reversed an award of lost profits in this negligence and breach of contract case because it was speculative.
SIHLE Insurance Group, Inc. v. Right Way Hauling, Inc.
The Florida Court of Appeals for the 5th District reversed an award of lost profits in this negligence and breach of contract case because it was speculative.