quatzman0: IMO the Lanham Act case has a great deal to do about patents. Their basic claim is that IDCC falsely misrepresented having essential patents, which resulted in damage. Many of the lawyers on the board think that the case could be thrown out early if Nokia cannot prove that they suffered damages; however, if it proceeds, it will have a great deal to do about patents. If it is not about patents why are possible Markmam hearings on the schedule? For The actual wording of Nokia's claims regarding violation of the Lanham act see paras 141-146 of their original filing.
This is theLanham Act case. Absolutely nothing to do with patents. In this case Nokia claims that IDCC intimidated them and drove away their customers with threats. Good luck proving that.