The Eastern District of Texas, which hears more patent cases than any other jurisdiction, has ushered in a new approach to case management that could streamline cases and drive down court costs. Some patent experts we spoke to praised the initiative, saying it’s proof that the courts—and not the U.S. Congress—are best-suited to reform patent litigation.
For years now, all the EDTX judges have used essentially the same timetable for patent cases. Under this approach to case management, the crucial issue of damages is dealt with fairly late in the case.
