ITC Ends Investigations on Electronics Following Agreement Between Ericsson and Motorola
The International Trade Commission has ended two Section 337 investigations on imports from Ericsson (ITC Inv. No. 337-TA-1397) and Motorola (ITC Inv. Nos. 337-TA-1375, -1397), it said in June 3 notices. Complainant Ericsson initially alleged in 2023 that Lenovo and Motorola were importing 5G-capable mobile phones that infringe on four of Ericsson's patents (see 2311170062). Complainant Motorola initially alleged in 2024 that Ericsson was importing cellular base station equipment that infringes on patents held by Motorola (see 2404150074).
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After the Commission terminated components of both investigations with respect to several claims of the alleged patent violations, Ericsson and Motorola filed joint motions to terminate the investigations based on settlements. On May 28, the ITC granted the motions, ending the investigations.