However, EcoFactor argues that the real motive behind Google’s petition is to weaken the protection of patents held by smaller, pioneering companies. EcoFactor asserts that Google and its allies are attempting to overturn legal precedents that ensure fair compensation for patent infringement, particularly when the infringer is a dominant market player.
Conclusion and Next Steps
The Federal Circuit’s decision on whether to grant a rehearing could have far-reaching implications for how patent damages are calculated and what evidence is considered relevant in determining those damages. For now, EcoFactor remains steadfast in its defense of the original ruling, which it believes appropriately reflects the value of its intellectual property.
