Corp_Buyer
"Apparently, the Arbitration panel has already rejected Nok's arguments about patent validity and infringement, so we seem to have an indication on this issue in favor of IDCC."
I don't think this is in favor of IDCC because an arbitration panel has no juristiction over validity and infringement.
"Another indication in favor of IDCC is the court's mention in its ruling today that the arbitration panel to date has NOT requested any sealed documents. However, we can be sure that if there is another shoe to drop then Nok will pursue it."
IMO not so. Now that the Judge has ruled these documents are available upon her approval we might see requests filed. Not sure these requests are public but I think sjraty said they will be public
Still, I am very disappointed in and surprised by the Court's ruling. I expect an appeal by IDCC and Ericy for the same reasons that they requestted the vacatur in the first place.
Why appeal? That could take another few years? IDCC has enough to go to arbitration.