The Software and Information Industry Association (SIIA) recently joined technology leaders in filing an amicus brief urging courts to strengthen the enforcement of evidentiary standards in patent damages cases. The brief highlights how non-practicing entities (NPEs) often exploit the legal system to extract disproportionate damages for minor components of complex products, diverting resources from innovation.
The coalition emphasizes the importance of consistent application of Daubert standards to ensure that damages evidence is reliable and non-speculative. Key recommendations include requiring rigorous, quantitative analysis for assessing comparable licenses and preventing juries from handling gatekeeping responsibilities that belong to the court. By adopting these measures, the brief argues, courts can foster greater predictability and fairness in patent litigation, supporting continued innovation across industries.
