InterDigital Inc (IDCC)

[jai]

Problem is we can't take Nokia to court only arbitration.

They have both 2G and 3G licenses. We locked them down on 2G via Ericson settlement now we have to figure HOW to get a 3G rate out of them.

I'm still of the opinion a 3G infringement suit against Motorola will be the way we may have to go. They are most likely one of the named companies for 3G triggers. Maybe ERICSON gives us a rate but they are in bed with NOKIA on the 3G CAP. IDCC has nothing to lose by going after Motorola again. They got a free ride on 2G and are not paying a dime.

Now I know that IDCC does not wish to start a law suit at this time for fear of slowing 3G momentum. I just can't see Motorola ever paying without being forced to. Nokia and Samsung have contracts stating what they should pay and they won't. Why would Motorola pay? They have already beat IDCC in court so they probably figure they can do it again.

Bottom line, I see a Motorola suit as unavoidable unless IDCC wants to give Motorola a free pass.