Oracle, headquartered in Austin, Texas, portrays this period as a David vs. Goliath battle, with Rimini’s resistance causing Oracle’s costs to skyrocket. “What should have been a straightforward process morphed into an expensive and prolonged legal labyrinth,” Oracle contends.
Oracle Seeks $12M Of IP Injunction Enforcement : The Rival’s Stand
The backstory of this legal drama dates back 13 years, with Oracle initiating legal actions to prevent Rimini from copying its software. Rimini, on its part, has maintained that its practices have evolved since 2014, denying any ongoing infringement.
The narrative took a turn in 2015 when a jury found Rimini’s actions as copyright infringement, albeit innocent. Judge Hicks then fortified Oracle’s position with a permanent injunction in August 2018, upheld by the Ninth Circuit, marking the beginning of Rimini’s alleged obstructive tactics.
The Battle for Compliance and Transparency
Oracle’s motion speaks of a relentless pursuit to ensure Rimini’s adherence to the injunction. They describe encountering walls of resistance, including Rimini’s refusal to disclose crucial information. This led to Oracle requesting discovery to unearth the truth.
