ITC Seeks Comments on Section 337 Complaint on Cochlear Implants
The International Trade Commission seeks comments by Aug. 30 on a Section 337 complaint filed by Advanced Bionics seeking a ban on imports of cochlear implant systems from MED-EL that allegedly infringe on its patents, the ITC said in an…
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Aug. 22 notice. According to the complaint, filed Aug. 16, MED-EL is importing Austrian-made devices that incorporate infringing sound processors, including the Sonnet 2 and Rondo 3. Advanced Bionics seeks a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders banning import and sale of infringing devices from MED-EL.