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We use active policing efforts to enforce client patent rights and we proactively assess claims to decide whether to settle or fight. Our trial skills are enriched by our technical patent expertise.
The following are a sample of our patent cases:
The following are a sample of our patent cases:
Alessio USA, Inc. v. Mobile Hi-Tech Wheels Design patent case. Obtained favorable result for client in case involving designs of aluminum alloy wheels.
Armament Systems, inc. v. Shell Oil Company Patent Infringement action. Secured dismissal and $150,000 in sanctions for having brought a frivolous action.
Bausch & Lomb v. Oasis Medical Patent infringement action. Defended manufacturer of a cutting blade and blade assembly for the Hansatome® microkeratome.
Calibre v. Flashinglights Patent infringement matter. Obtained very favorable settlement on behalf of client.
Calibre v. Yanova Patent infringement case. Obtained a judgment of infringement in favor of our client.
Calibre v. Points of Light Patent infringement case. Obtained a judgment of infringement in favor of our client.
Cotapaxi, Inc. v. Alpec Team, Inc. Patent infringement action. Obtained favorable result for client in patent infringement case involving client’s patented laser pointer pen design.
Cotapaxi v. Spector Patent infringement action. Obtained final judgment of willful infringement for client, including award of enhanced damages double the amount of actual damages incurred, arising out of infringement of client’s patented promotional pen.
Cotapaxi, Inc. v. TimenetUSA.com Patent infringement action. Obtained final judgment of willful infringement for client, including award of enhanced damages double the amount of actual damages incurred, arising out of infringement of client’s patented promotional pen.
John Manufacturing v. Heartland, Inc. Patent infringement action. Successfully prosecuted claims for client.
Litecubes v. Calibre Patent infringement claims. Successfully settled claims for client.
Refac v. Hitachi A patent infringement action in which our principal trial counsel represented 18 out of 118 named defendants. He secured a judgment of non-infringement, which applied to all 118 named defendants. The Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit affirmed awarding fees and double costs to his clients. On remand, on the cross appeal filed on behalf of clients, plaintiffs were declared to have violated Rule 11 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and recovered all of defense fees and expenses. The Court expressly recognized Mr. Soni’s skills:
"[T]he Magistrate Judge finds that the lawyering most decisive to the outcome, and the most helpful to the court, was done by Surjit P. Soni and his firm. His preparation was immaculate, though no more than necessary given the stakes and complexities. His clients proved to be, and they should have been, most willing to pay his fees and expenses. There is no evidence that he has overbilled in any respect; in fact, his accounting is so precise that the Magistrate Judge is able to, and he will disallow certain itemized claims. All members of the bar of this court are presumed honorable and wholly accurate in their representations to the court. Mr. Soni has proved the validity of the presumption throughout the proceedings by weighing every word and proofing every representation. His accounting contained in the Brico defendants’ claim is a veritable model." 141 F.R.D. 281 (C.D.Cal.,1991.)
Sketchers USA, Inc. v. Top Guy Int’l. Trading, Inc. Design patent case. Successfully represented client in action involving sneaker designs.
Sonance v. Speakercraft Inc. II Patent infringement and trade dress infringement action. Settled with plaintiff paying client $150,000. Speakercraft v. Niles Audio Patent infringement and unfair competition. Successfully prosecuted claim.
Sunburst Products v. Phillip Morris Co. Design Patent, trade dress, unfair competition case against producer of MARLBORO cigarettes over infringement of design of a waist pack through advertising, distribution of waist pack in conjunction with the Marlboro Adventure Team promotion campaign. Settled with Phillip Morris paying $520,000.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp. v. Aspen Marketing Company Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction together with damages.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp. v. Buzztronics Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction together with damages.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp. v. CCL Products Enterprises Declaratory relief action seeking judgment of non-infringement of patent. Successfully prosecuted.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Fanda Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction together with damages.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Colorado Pen Company Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction with damages in excess of $100,000.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Competitive Edge Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction together with damages.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Idea International Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction together with damages.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Laxor Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction together with damages.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Lizell Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction with damages in excess of $100,000.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Wildfire Systems, Inc. dba Calpac Lasers Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction together with damages.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Yafa Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction with damages in excess of $100,000.
Lemelson v. ACE Hardware Patent infringement case. Obtained favorable settlement on behalf of the client
Wellmike v. Kmart Patent infringement case. Obtained favorable settlement on behalf of the client.
Wellmike v. The Holmes Group Patent infringement case. Obtained favorable settlement on behalf of the client.
Wellmike v. Walmart Patent infringement case. Obtained favorable settlement.
Armament Systems, inc. v. Shell Oil Company Patent Infringement action. Secured dismissal and $150,000 in sanctions for having brought a frivolous action.
Bausch & Lomb v. Oasis Medical Patent infringement action. Defended manufacturer of a cutting blade and blade assembly for the Hansatome® microkeratome.
Calibre v. Flashinglights Patent infringement matter. Obtained very favorable settlement on behalf of client.
Calibre v. Yanova Patent infringement case. Obtained a judgment of infringement in favor of our client.
Calibre v. Points of Light Patent infringement case. Obtained a judgment of infringement in favor of our client.
Cotapaxi, Inc. v. Alpec Team, Inc. Patent infringement action. Obtained favorable result for client in patent infringement case involving client’s patented laser pointer pen design.
Cotapaxi v. Spector Patent infringement action. Obtained final judgment of willful infringement for client, including award of enhanced damages double the amount of actual damages incurred, arising out of infringement of client’s patented promotional pen.
Cotapaxi, Inc. v. TimenetUSA.com Patent infringement action. Obtained final judgment of willful infringement for client, including award of enhanced damages double the amount of actual damages incurred, arising out of infringement of client’s patented promotional pen.
John Manufacturing v. Heartland, Inc. Patent infringement action. Successfully prosecuted claims for client.
Litecubes v. Calibre Patent infringement claims. Successfully settled claims for client.
Refac v. Hitachi A patent infringement action in which our principal trial counsel represented 18 out of 118 named defendants. He secured a judgment of non-infringement, which applied to all 118 named defendants. The Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit affirmed awarding fees and double costs to his clients. On remand, on the cross appeal filed on behalf of clients, plaintiffs were declared to have violated Rule 11 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and recovered all of defense fees and expenses. The Court expressly recognized Mr. Soni’s skills:
"[T]he Magistrate Judge finds that the lawyering most decisive to the outcome, and the most helpful to the court, was done by Surjit P. Soni and his firm. His preparation was immaculate, though no more than necessary given the stakes and complexities. His clients proved to be, and they should have been, most willing to pay his fees and expenses. There is no evidence that he has overbilled in any respect; in fact, his accounting is so precise that the Magistrate Judge is able to, and he will disallow certain itemized claims. All members of the bar of this court are presumed honorable and wholly accurate in their representations to the court. Mr. Soni has proved the validity of the presumption throughout the proceedings by weighing every word and proofing every representation. His accounting contained in the Brico defendants’ claim is a veritable model." 141 F.R.D. 281 (C.D.Cal.,1991.)
Sketchers USA, Inc. v. Top Guy Int’l. Trading, Inc. Design patent case. Successfully represented client in action involving sneaker designs.
Sonance v. Speakercraft Inc. II Patent infringement and trade dress infringement action. Settled with plaintiff paying client $150,000. Speakercraft v. Niles Audio Patent infringement and unfair competition. Successfully prosecuted claim.
Sunburst Products v. Phillip Morris Co. Design Patent, trade dress, unfair competition case against producer of MARLBORO cigarettes over infringement of design of a waist pack through advertising, distribution of waist pack in conjunction with the Marlboro Adventure Team promotion campaign. Settled with Phillip Morris paying $520,000.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp. v. Aspen Marketing Company Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction together with damages.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp. v. Buzztronics Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction together with damages.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp. v. CCL Products Enterprises Declaratory relief action seeking judgment of non-infringement of patent. Successfully prosecuted.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Fanda Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction together with damages.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Colorado Pen Company Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction with damages in excess of $100,000.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Competitive Edge Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction together with damages.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Idea International Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction together with damages.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Laxor Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction together with damages.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Lizell Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction with damages in excess of $100,000.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Wildfire Systems, Inc. dba Calpac Lasers Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction together with damages.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Yafa Patent Infringement action. Obtained judgment and permanent injunction with damages in excess of $100,000.
Lemelson v. ACE Hardware Patent infringement case. Obtained favorable settlement on behalf of the client
Wellmike v. Kmart Patent infringement case. Obtained favorable settlement on behalf of the client.
Wellmike v. The Holmes Group Patent infringement case. Obtained favorable settlement on behalf of the client.
Wellmike v. Walmart Patent infringement case. Obtained favorable settlement.
We have extensive experience litigating trademark disputes. Our representative cases include:
Allied Medical v Advanced Biotech Trademark infringement action. Represented Defendant and obtained a judgment of trademark infringement against the Plaintiff
Basamah v. Zein, Inc. Trademark Infringement action. Successfully obtained order transferring action to Virginia based on inconvenient forum.
Carrillo v. Fonovisa, Inc. Trademark infringement action. Defended action by Latin musical group regarding name of competing band.
Creative Labs v. Cyrix Corp. Trademark infringement/unfair competition action. Defended Cyrix against claims.
Dreamwerks Production Group v. DreamWorks SKG Trademark infringement case involving reverse confusion issues. Obtained reversal of a summary judgment On appeal. Emirates Airlines v. Emirates Travel, Inc. Trademark infringement and cancellation action. Settled with plaintiff purchasing the mark for $450,000.
Fonovisa, Inc. v. Cherry Auction Trademark/copyright liability action. Obtained favorable resolution in vicarious trademark and copyright liability action against owners of swap meet.
Lakeshore Curriculum Materials, Co. v. Rock Paint Distributing Corp. Lanham Act and unfair competition claims. Represented plaintiff.
Letterman v. Sun Coast TTAB Trademark opposition proceeding. Overcame objections by David Letterman and secured registration for writing instruments.
M.G.V. Fashion Group, Inc. v. Amzalak Trademark infringement. Successfully prosecuted claims by exclusive U.S. licensee of French designer women’s apparel.
Microsoft v. Wugo Complicated breach of contract, and alleged trademark-counterfeiting matter. Represented defendants and countersued for R.I.C.O. and various other claims. Obtained insurance coverage for defendant, and the case was settled for a fraction of the initial demand, with the insurance carrier paying the bulk of the settlement.
Miller Freeman v. Business Incentives Trademark action against the plaintiff client. Settled. Client made whole through insurance coverage.
Paul R. Briles, Inc. v. Reid Products, Inc. Trademark infringement, unfair competition and Lanham Act violations action. Successfully defended aerospace bolt manufacturer.
Pharmavite Corp. v. Omega Nutrition, et al. Trademark case. Obtained favorable result for client in case involving health food products and multivitamins.
Price Pfister v. Pioneer Industries, Inc. Trademark infringement, unfair competition litigation: Retained 30 days before trial upon disqualification of prior counsel
Rhodes v. E-Z Way Productions, Inc., et al. Trademark infringement and appropriation of the right of publicity case. Successfully represented client involving the Rhodes piano and The Rhodes Piano Method.
S.C. Johnson v. Victory Wholesale Grocers; Clorox v.Victory Wholesale Grocers; L & F Products v. Victory Wholesale Grocers Trademark infringement action. Client was sued after having been sold counterfeit Windex, Clorox and Mop & Glo. Case settled with plaintiffs and client being paid by counterfeiter. Client paid nothing and was vindicated in its claim that it was victimized. Client recovered all losses including attorneys’ fees incurred in connection with the three cases over a two and a half year period.
United Agri-Services, Inc. v. Natren, Inc. Trademark Infringement action. Successfully obtained dismissal of action based on lack of personal jurisdiction.
Video Professor v. American Training Institute Federal Court trademark litigation matter. Case dismissed upon very favorable settlement for our client, the defendant.
Basamah v. Zein, Inc. Trademark Infringement action. Successfully obtained order transferring action to Virginia based on inconvenient forum.
Carrillo v. Fonovisa, Inc. Trademark infringement action. Defended action by Latin musical group regarding name of competing band.
Creative Labs v. Cyrix Corp. Trademark infringement/unfair competition action. Defended Cyrix against claims.
Dreamwerks Production Group v. DreamWorks SKG Trademark infringement case involving reverse confusion issues. Obtained reversal of a summary judgment On appeal. Emirates Airlines v. Emirates Travel, Inc. Trademark infringement and cancellation action. Settled with plaintiff purchasing the mark for $450,000.
Fonovisa, Inc. v. Cherry Auction Trademark/copyright liability action. Obtained favorable resolution in vicarious trademark and copyright liability action against owners of swap meet.
Lakeshore Curriculum Materials, Co. v. Rock Paint Distributing Corp. Lanham Act and unfair competition claims. Represented plaintiff.
Letterman v. Sun Coast TTAB Trademark opposition proceeding. Overcame objections by David Letterman and secured registration for writing instruments.
M.G.V. Fashion Group, Inc. v. Amzalak Trademark infringement. Successfully prosecuted claims by exclusive U.S. licensee of French designer women’s apparel.
Microsoft v. Wugo Complicated breach of contract, and alleged trademark-counterfeiting matter. Represented defendants and countersued for R.I.C.O. and various other claims. Obtained insurance coverage for defendant, and the case was settled for a fraction of the initial demand, with the insurance carrier paying the bulk of the settlement.
Miller Freeman v. Business Incentives Trademark action against the plaintiff client. Settled. Client made whole through insurance coverage.
Paul R. Briles, Inc. v. Reid Products, Inc. Trademark infringement, unfair competition and Lanham Act violations action. Successfully defended aerospace bolt manufacturer.
Pharmavite Corp. v. Omega Nutrition, et al. Trademark case. Obtained favorable result for client in case involving health food products and multivitamins.
Price Pfister v. Pioneer Industries, Inc. Trademark infringement, unfair competition litigation: Retained 30 days before trial upon disqualification of prior counsel
Rhodes v. E-Z Way Productions, Inc., et al. Trademark infringement and appropriation of the right of publicity case. Successfully represented client involving the Rhodes piano and The Rhodes Piano Method.
S.C. Johnson v. Victory Wholesale Grocers; Clorox v.Victory Wholesale Grocers; L & F Products v. Victory Wholesale Grocers Trademark infringement action. Client was sued after having been sold counterfeit Windex, Clorox and Mop & Glo. Case settled with plaintiffs and client being paid by counterfeiter. Client paid nothing and was vindicated in its claim that it was victimized. Client recovered all losses including attorneys’ fees incurred in connection with the three cases over a two and a half year period.
United Agri-Services, Inc. v. Natren, Inc. Trademark Infringement action. Successfully obtained dismissal of action based on lack of personal jurisdiction.
Video Professor v. American Training Institute Federal Court trademark litigation matter. Case dismissed upon very favorable settlement for our client, the defendant.
The following are a sample of our Trade Dress cases:
Artemide v. Grandrich Federal trade dress litigation. Represented California corporation sued by Italian plaintiff in New Jersey. Case dismissed upon very favorable settlement for our client.
Countdown Clocks, Inc. v. Suncoast Merchandise Corp. Trade Dress claim over the shape of a plastic desk clock. Plaintiff lost on preliminary injunction and elected to dismiss rather than pay client it’s fees and costs.
Fredrick Ramond v. Designers Fountain Represented plaintiff in trade dress action. Heavily litigated and settled through entry of consent judgment and permanent injunction against defendants. Plaintiff recovered nearly $1.5 million.
Locomotor v. Korus Company Represented defendant in trademark, trade dress, trade secret, unfair competition, interference and breach of contract. Summary judgment on all counts obtained for client.
Montblanc v. Prime Trading Trademark, Trade dress infringement action resulting in a judgment for client in the amount of $42,000. Total of $90,000 collected on the judgment.
Popeil Inventions, Inc. v. Pick Five Imports, Inc. Trade dress and copyright infringement case. Obtained favorable result, including dismissal with prejudice involving the design of the Showtime rotisserie oven.
Primal Elements v. The Royal Soap Company Trade dress infringement case. Obtained favorable result for client in case involving multiple designs of glycerin soaps.
Senator Pen v. Sun Coast Merchandise Corp. Trade dress infringement action. Obtained dismissal for client.
Sonance v. Speakercraft, Inc II Patent infringement and trade dress infringement action. Settled with plaintiff paying client $150,000.
Sunburst Products v. Advance Watch Company, et al. Trade dress infringement action. Successfully obtained preliminary injunction on behalf of plaintiff, which was sustained by the Ninth Circuit in 5 concurrent appeals. Settled matter on very favorable terms for client.
Sunburst Products v. CYRK International, Inc. Trade Dress and unfair competition action against supplier to Phillip Morris, producer of MARLBORO cigarettes over infringement of design of a waist pack through sale to Philip Morris of waist pack in conjunction with the Marlboro Adventure Team promotion campaign. Tried to jury with jury determining that Sunburst lost profits of $920,000. Judgment for Plaintiff.
Sunburst Products, Inc v. M.Z. Berger Trade dress infringement action over watch designs. Client was plaintiff. Succeeded on preliminary injunction. Case settled with infringer paying $100,000 and terminating infringing activities.
Sunburst Products, Inc. v. Reebok Int’l, Inc. Trade dress case regarding watch designs. Client prevailed and Reebok terminated infringements.
Countdown Clocks, Inc. v. Suncoast Merchandise Corp. Trade Dress claim over the shape of a plastic desk clock. Plaintiff lost on preliminary injunction and elected to dismiss rather than pay client it’s fees and costs.
Fredrick Ramond v. Designers Fountain Represented plaintiff in trade dress action. Heavily litigated and settled through entry of consent judgment and permanent injunction against defendants. Plaintiff recovered nearly $1.5 million.
Locomotor v. Korus Company Represented defendant in trademark, trade dress, trade secret, unfair competition, interference and breach of contract. Summary judgment on all counts obtained for client.
Montblanc v. Prime Trading Trademark, Trade dress infringement action resulting in a judgment for client in the amount of $42,000. Total of $90,000 collected on the judgment.
Popeil Inventions, Inc. v. Pick Five Imports, Inc. Trade dress and copyright infringement case. Obtained favorable result, including dismissal with prejudice involving the design of the Showtime rotisserie oven.
Primal Elements v. The Royal Soap Company Trade dress infringement case. Obtained favorable result for client in case involving multiple designs of glycerin soaps.
Senator Pen v. Sun Coast Merchandise Corp. Trade dress infringement action. Obtained dismissal for client.
Sonance v. Speakercraft, Inc II Patent infringement and trade dress infringement action. Settled with plaintiff paying client $150,000.
Sunburst Products v. Advance Watch Company, et al. Trade dress infringement action. Successfully obtained preliminary injunction on behalf of plaintiff, which was sustained by the Ninth Circuit in 5 concurrent appeals. Settled matter on very favorable terms for client.
Sunburst Products v. CYRK International, Inc. Trade Dress and unfair competition action against supplier to Phillip Morris, producer of MARLBORO cigarettes over infringement of design of a waist pack through sale to Philip Morris of waist pack in conjunction with the Marlboro Adventure Team promotion campaign. Tried to jury with jury determining that Sunburst lost profits of $920,000. Judgment for Plaintiff.
Sunburst Products, Inc v. M.Z. Berger Trade dress infringement action over watch designs. Client was plaintiff. Succeeded on preliminary injunction. Case settled with infringer paying $100,000 and terminating infringing activities.
Sunburst Products, Inc. v. Reebok Int’l, Inc. Trade dress case regarding watch designs. Client prevailed and Reebok terminated infringements.
The protection of client trade secrets and the avoidance of infringement of the trade secrets of others are important aspects of the firm’s practice. The Firm has a long history of success.
The following are a sample of our Trade Secret cases:
The following are a sample of our Trade Secret cases:
Calbran v. Gibbs Trade secrets/unfair competition case. Successfully prosecuted misappropriation claims against former employee
Continental Bottlers, Inc. v. Superior Distributing, Inc. Trade secrets/unfair competition action. Successfully prosecuted claims by bottling company for misappropriation.
Sonance v. Speakercraft, Inc. Trade secrets litigation. Settled with plaintiff paying client over $300,000.
Young v Gordon Unfair competition and misappropriation of trade secret. Retained one week before trial and successfully defended claims forcing favorable settlement during trial.
Continental Bottlers, Inc. v. Superior Distributing, Inc. Trade secrets/unfair competition action. Successfully prosecuted claims by bottling company for misappropriation.
Sonance v. Speakercraft, Inc. Trade secrets litigation. Settled with plaintiff paying client over $300,000.
Young v Gordon Unfair competition and misappropriation of trade secret. Retained one week before trial and successfully defended claims forcing favorable settlement during trial.
Most of our client representation for software clients has been in transactions. However, we have also successfully represented software clients in litigation.
Microsoft v. Wugo Complicated breach of contract, and alleged trademark-counterfeiting matter. Represented defendants and countersued for R.I.C.O. and various other claims. Obtained insurance coverage for defendant, and the case was settled for a fraction of the initial demand, with the insurance carrier paying the bulk of the settlement.
We can obtain seizures of the infringing goods, often without prior notice to the infringers. Infringing goods can be ordered destroyed and injunctions and damages can be obtained. Infringers can also be required to turn over their profits and pay your fees. Powerful tools indeed. We can also make sure you are not fall victim to the.
The firm has substantial copyright litigation expertise, both in enforcing and defending copyright infringement claims.
The firm has substantial copyright litigation expertise, both in enforcing and defending copyright infringement claims.
Archives of Milton H. Greene v. Movie Market Copyright Infringement action. Obtained judgment of willful infringement regarding Marilyn Monroe photographs by Milton H. Greene.
Archives of Milton H,. Greene v. Photofest Copyright Infringement action. Obtained judgment of willful infringement regarding Marilyn Monroe photographs by Milton H. Greene.
Fonovisa, Inc. v. Cherry Auction Trademark/copyright liability action. Obtained favorable resolution in vicarious trademark and copyright liability action against owners of swap meet.
Gulf Development v. Smth-McEwen Copyright infringement action. Successfully prosecuted claim.
Material World v. General Motors, Inc. Copyright infringement action. Settled with General Motors paying over $160,000 in cash and services.
Menuez v. Macy’s West Copyright infringement action. Successfully prosecuted involving photographs for advertising campaign.
O’Well Novelty v. Department 56 Declaratory Relief action to establish non-infringement of copyrights claimed in porcelain houses. Case settled without an acknowledgment of any liability and without any payment to claimant.
Pan-Asia v. Ng Hing Kee Copyright infringement action in which client counterclaimed for anti-trust violation. Heavily litigated; initial claims on 504 works reduced to 42. Plaintiff offered to settle without recovery.
Popeil Inventions, Inc. v. Pick Five Imports, Inc. Trade dress and copyright infringement case. Obtained favorable result, including dismissal with prejudice involving the design of the Showtime rotisserie oven.
Sexsea, Inc. v. Gadzooks, Inc. et al. Copyright infringement case. Obtained final judgment including an order permitting the client to seek recovery of its attorney’s fees and costs on behalf of defendant arising out of the design of novelty t-shirts.
UFN v. Crave Copyright infringement action. Obtained judgment and injunction in an action involving fabric designs.
UFN v. Nemax Copyright infringement action. Obtained judgment and injunction in an action involving fabric designs.
Archives of Milton H,. Greene v. Photofest Copyright Infringement action. Obtained judgment of willful infringement regarding Marilyn Monroe photographs by Milton H. Greene.
Fonovisa, Inc. v. Cherry Auction Trademark/copyright liability action. Obtained favorable resolution in vicarious trademark and copyright liability action against owners of swap meet.
Gulf Development v. Smth-McEwen Copyright infringement action. Successfully prosecuted claim.
Material World v. General Motors, Inc. Copyright infringement action. Settled with General Motors paying over $160,000 in cash and services.
Menuez v. Macy’s West Copyright infringement action. Successfully prosecuted involving photographs for advertising campaign.
O’Well Novelty v. Department 56 Declaratory Relief action to establish non-infringement of copyrights claimed in porcelain houses. Case settled without an acknowledgment of any liability and without any payment to claimant.
Pan-Asia v. Ng Hing Kee Copyright infringement action in which client counterclaimed for anti-trust violation. Heavily litigated; initial claims on 504 works reduced to 42. Plaintiff offered to settle without recovery.
Popeil Inventions, Inc. v. Pick Five Imports, Inc. Trade dress and copyright infringement case. Obtained favorable result, including dismissal with prejudice involving the design of the Showtime rotisserie oven.
Sexsea, Inc. v. Gadzooks, Inc. et al. Copyright infringement case. Obtained final judgment including an order permitting the client to seek recovery of its attorney’s fees and costs on behalf of defendant arising out of the design of novelty t-shirts.
UFN v. Crave Copyright infringement action. Obtained judgment and injunction in an action involving fabric designs.
UFN v. Nemax Copyright infringement action. Obtained judgment and injunction in an action involving fabric designs.
We can help clients establish contract compliance programs to insure you get what you deserve and don’t run afoul of your obligations. As in all business transactions, disputes sometimes lead to litigation
Microsoft v. Wugo Complicated breach of contract, and alleged trademark-counterfeiting matter. Represented defendants and countersued for R.I.C.O. and various other claims. Obtained insurance coverage for defendant, and the case was settled for a fraction of the initial demand, with the insurance carrier paying the bulk of the settlement.
Our litigators have represented clients from a wide variety of industries in federal and state court cases involving the full range of antitrust and unfair competition issues throughout the United States and in foreign jurisdictions.
We have the resources necessary to deal with most antitrust or unfair competition cases. Even the larges of law firms typically only staff cases with two or three lawyers; we can more than match their capabilities because our attorneys have the knowledge of the subject area, the experience to work as a team and the stamina to take on whatever the opposition shells out. No larger law firm has ever out-litigated The Soni Law Firm.
We have the resources necessary to deal with most antitrust or unfair competition cases. Even the larges of law firms typically only staff cases with two or three lawyers; we can more than match their capabilities because our attorneys have the knowledge of the subject area, the experience to work as a team and the stamina to take on whatever the opposition shells out. No larger law firm has ever out-litigated The Soni Law Firm.
Calbran v. Gibbs Trade secrets/unfair competition case. Successfully prosecuted misappropriation claims against former employee
Continental Bottlers, Inc. v. Superior Distributing, Inc. Trade secrets/unfair competition action. Successfully prosecuted claims by bottling company for misappropriation.
Creative Labs v. Cyrix Corp. Trademark infringement/unfair competition action. Defended Cyrix against claims.
In Re Certain Radios and Components Thereof - Section 337 Proceedings before the International Trade Commission. Obtained favorable result for client in alleged patent and trademark infringement case concerning radio design.
KSC v. ODM Unfair competition and misappropriation of trade secret. Successfully prosecuted claim.
Lakeshore Curriculum Materials, Co. v. Rock Paint Distributing Corp. Lanham Act and unfair competition claims. Represented plaintiff.
Learning Group v. Ziff Communications Represented plaintiff in an action for violation of a non-compete and non-solicitation agreement by Ziff’s employment of Learning Group’s president of its French affiliate. Settled on plaintiff’s terms.
Locomotor v. Korus Company Represented defendant in trademark, trade dress, trade secret, unfair competition, interference and breach of contract. Summary judgment on all counts obtained for client.
Natren v. GTC Nutrition False advertising action. Successfully represented manufacturer of probiotics against competitor.
Paul R. Briles, Inc. v. Reid Products, Inc. Trademark infringement, unfair competition and Lanham Act violations action. Successfully defended aerospace bolt manufacturer.
Price Pfister v. Pioneer Industries, Inc. Trademark infringement, unfair competition litigation: Retained 30 days before trial upon disqualification of prior counsel
Speakercraft v. Niles Audio Patent infringement and unfair competition. Successfully prosecuted claim.
Sunburst Products v. CYRK International, Inc. Trade Dress and unfair competition action against supplier to Phillip Morris, producer of MARLBORO cigarettes over infringement of design of a waist pack through sale to Philip Morris of waist pack in conjunction with the Marlboro Adventure Team promotion campaign. Tried to jury with jury determining that Sunburst lost profits of $920,000. Judgment for Plaintiff.
Sunburst Products v. Phillip Morris Co. Design Patent, trade dress, unfair competition case against producer of MARLBORO cigarettes over infringement of design of a waist pack through advertising, distribution of waist pack in conjunction with the Marlboro Adventure Team promotion campaign. Settled with Phillip Morris paying $520,000. Young v Gordon Unfair competition and misappropriation of trade secret. Successfully defended against claims.
Continental Bottlers, Inc. v. Superior Distributing, Inc. Trade secrets/unfair competition action. Successfully prosecuted claims by bottling company for misappropriation.
Creative Labs v. Cyrix Corp. Trademark infringement/unfair competition action. Defended Cyrix against claims.
In Re Certain Radios and Components Thereof - Section 337 Proceedings before the International Trade Commission. Obtained favorable result for client in alleged patent and trademark infringement case concerning radio design.
KSC v. ODM Unfair competition and misappropriation of trade secret. Successfully prosecuted claim.
Lakeshore Curriculum Materials, Co. v. Rock Paint Distributing Corp. Lanham Act and unfair competition claims. Represented plaintiff.
Learning Group v. Ziff Communications Represented plaintiff in an action for violation of a non-compete and non-solicitation agreement by Ziff’s employment of Learning Group’s president of its French affiliate. Settled on plaintiff’s terms.
Locomotor v. Korus Company Represented defendant in trademark, trade dress, trade secret, unfair competition, interference and breach of contract. Summary judgment on all counts obtained for client.
Natren v. GTC Nutrition False advertising action. Successfully represented manufacturer of probiotics against competitor.
Paul R. Briles, Inc. v. Reid Products, Inc. Trademark infringement, unfair competition and Lanham Act violations action. Successfully defended aerospace bolt manufacturer.
Price Pfister v. Pioneer Industries, Inc. Trademark infringement, unfair competition litigation: Retained 30 days before trial upon disqualification of prior counsel
Speakercraft v. Niles Audio Patent infringement and unfair competition. Successfully prosecuted claim.
Sunburst Products v. CYRK International, Inc. Trade Dress and unfair competition action against supplier to Phillip Morris, producer of MARLBORO cigarettes over infringement of design of a waist pack through sale to Philip Morris of waist pack in conjunction with the Marlboro Adventure Team promotion campaign. Tried to jury with jury determining that Sunburst lost profits of $920,000. Judgment for Plaintiff.
Sunburst Products v. Phillip Morris Co. Design Patent, trade dress, unfair competition case against producer of MARLBORO cigarettes over infringement of design of a waist pack through advertising, distribution of waist pack in conjunction with the Marlboro Adventure Team promotion campaign. Settled with Phillip Morris paying $520,000. Young v Gordon Unfair competition and misappropriation of trade secret. Successfully defended against claims.
The following are examples of our litigation record of obtaining excellent results in federal and state courts across the country:
Adizes v. Faust. Substituted in on behalf of plaintiff after prior counsel was unsuccessful in maintaining claims. Settled with payment to plaintiff client and restrictions on defendants.
Alfred Dunhill Co. v. American Economy Ins. Action on a judgment against insurance carrier of defendant, REBOAN’s on a $300,000 judgment. Collected $320,000.
Allstate v. Leo Stereo; Just Phones v. Leo Stereo; and Cellular Plus v. Leo Stereo. Retained by an insurance company to represent an insured in three separate antitrust actions, which include allegations of price fixing, below price sales, boycott and unlawful combinations.
Amir v. Chase Manhattan Bank Represented bank in quiet title/slander of title/foreclosure action.
Benitez v. Emerson Obtained summary judgment in favor of client in complex product liability action.
Chase Manhattan Bank v. Executive Life Ins. Co. Represented bank as holder of two deeds of trust in rehabilitation proceedings of Executive Life Ins.
Confidential v. Confidential Partnership dissolution and accounting. Successfully defended claims arising out of dissolution of medical partnership seeking over $1,500,000 in alleged under payments to departing partner; obtained judgment in favor of client and against the claimant for $177,114.24, as well as an award of attorneys fees’ and costs in the amount of $241,457.41
Confidential v. Confidential Arbitration re Partnership mismanagement. and misappropriation of partnership funds and assets. Case settled with mismanaging partner withdrawing from partnership and relinquishing all interest in the partnership and its substantial real property assets
Donathan v. State Industries Obtained partial summary judgment and then quickly and easily settled the matter strongly in favor of the client in a product liability case.
Edgington Oil Co. v. San Joaquin Refining Co., Inc. Breach of contract action. Represented defendant refining company.
Ensotech v. Thio Breach of Contract action. Judgment for plaintiff for $121,000.
Facility Management, Inc. of So. Cal. v. Spectator Marketing Corp. Breach of contract. Successfully prosecuted claims.
Fox v. Riverside Downtown Partnership/City of Riverside Breach of contract action. Successfully resolved breach of contract and artist’s moral rights claim)
Guiterrez v. Cincinnati Machine Obtained judgment and dismissal in favor of client in complex product liability action.
Gordon v. N.Y.Life ERISA case. Obtained a judgment and attorney’s fees award in federal court in excess of $470,000, despite a federal ERISA statute, which makes such disability claims difficult to win.
Grace & Goodwill Niakian Real property lease termination. Represented client in negotiated lease termination.
Haseko v. Giannetti Felderman Construction defect action - Successfully defended architect.
Hebrew Union College v. C.L. Peck/Jones Brothers Construction Corp. Construction defect action. Represented Hebrew Union College against building contractors)
Heidelberg USA, Inc. v. PGI Int’l Corp. Breach of lease/breach of contract. Successfully defended commercial printing company against claims regarding commercial printing press
Jaffee/Nat’l Lumber v. Alex Robertson Co. Breach of contract action. Represented plaintiff.
Khalsa Medical Group v. Shah Dissolution of a medical practice. Defended and showed that Plaintiffs owed Dr. Shah money over $250,000. Settled on terms favorable to Dr. Shah after Dr. Shah pursued collection
Leeds v. First Heights Bank Represented bank in action re contract for purchase of REO property.
Levinson v. Uniglobe Represented the plaintiffs in a franchise agreement dispute which included RICO claims, fraud and breach of contract claims.
Loyd v. State Industries Obtained judgment and dismissal in favor of the client in a product liability case.
Magnavox Electronic Systems Co. v. Standard Elektrik Lorenz AG Breach of contract. Successfully prosecuted claims by Magnavox.
Montgomery Ward & Co., Inc. v. Sudler Construction defect action. Defended contractor/lessor.
Natren v. M.W. Encap Breach of contract and negligence claim. Successfully prosecuted claims for Plaintiff.
Newport Sports Corporation v. Tehrani Foreclose action on a security interest in personal property related to the $2,417,000 sale of the Newport Beach Tennis Club. Obtained a judgment for client after reversal on appeal by a 3-0 decision.
Parafrance Communication, S.A. and Paravision International S.A. v. De Laurentiis Entertainment Group, Inc. Bankruptcy adversary proceeding re claims for breach of contract, fraud and unjust enrichment in conjunction with asset purchase of movie library. Represented plaintiff.
R. J. Pergeau, DDS v. Celtic Insurance Company ERISA Case. Represented a dentist who was surviving on a portable dialysis machine denied disability benefits. Obtained a favorable settlement for the client.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Myron Breach of contract action. Successfully prosecuted securing a multi-million dollar judgment including punitive damages.
The Helman Group, Ltd. v. The Tegner Co. Professional negligence action. Successfully prosecuted insurance broker.
Vertex Group, Inc. v. BigZoo.Com Corporation Defended claims for the ownership and transfer of certain assets. The case settled on terms favorable to BigZoo during preparation for trial.
Alfred Dunhill Co. v. American Economy Ins. Action on a judgment against insurance carrier of defendant, REBOAN’s on a $300,000 judgment. Collected $320,000.
Allstate v. Leo Stereo; Just Phones v. Leo Stereo; and Cellular Plus v. Leo Stereo. Retained by an insurance company to represent an insured in three separate antitrust actions, which include allegations of price fixing, below price sales, boycott and unlawful combinations.
Amir v. Chase Manhattan Bank Represented bank in quiet title/slander of title/foreclosure action.
Benitez v. Emerson Obtained summary judgment in favor of client in complex product liability action.
Chase Manhattan Bank v. Executive Life Ins. Co. Represented bank as holder of two deeds of trust in rehabilitation proceedings of Executive Life Ins.
Confidential v. Confidential Partnership dissolution and accounting. Successfully defended claims arising out of dissolution of medical partnership seeking over $1,500,000 in alleged under payments to departing partner; obtained judgment in favor of client and against the claimant for $177,114.24, as well as an award of attorneys fees’ and costs in the amount of $241,457.41
Confidential v. Confidential Arbitration re Partnership mismanagement. and misappropriation of partnership funds and assets. Case settled with mismanaging partner withdrawing from partnership and relinquishing all interest in the partnership and its substantial real property assets
Donathan v. State Industries Obtained partial summary judgment and then quickly and easily settled the matter strongly in favor of the client in a product liability case.
Edgington Oil Co. v. San Joaquin Refining Co., Inc. Breach of contract action. Represented defendant refining company.
Ensotech v. Thio Breach of Contract action. Judgment for plaintiff for $121,000.
Facility Management, Inc. of So. Cal. v. Spectator Marketing Corp. Breach of contract. Successfully prosecuted claims.
Fox v. Riverside Downtown Partnership/City of Riverside Breach of contract action. Successfully resolved breach of contract and artist’s moral rights claim)
Guiterrez v. Cincinnati Machine Obtained judgment and dismissal in favor of client in complex product liability action.
Gordon v. N.Y.Life ERISA case. Obtained a judgment and attorney’s fees award in federal court in excess of $470,000, despite a federal ERISA statute, which makes such disability claims difficult to win.
Grace & Goodwill Niakian Real property lease termination. Represented client in negotiated lease termination.
Haseko v. Giannetti Felderman Construction defect action - Successfully defended architect.
Hebrew Union College v. C.L. Peck/Jones Brothers Construction Corp. Construction defect action. Represented Hebrew Union College against building contractors)
Heidelberg USA, Inc. v. PGI Int’l Corp. Breach of lease/breach of contract. Successfully defended commercial printing company against claims regarding commercial printing press
Jaffee/Nat’l Lumber v. Alex Robertson Co. Breach of contract action. Represented plaintiff.
Khalsa Medical Group v. Shah Dissolution of a medical practice. Defended and showed that Plaintiffs owed Dr. Shah money over $250,000. Settled on terms favorable to Dr. Shah after Dr. Shah pursued collection
Leeds v. First Heights Bank Represented bank in action re contract for purchase of REO property.
Levinson v. Uniglobe Represented the plaintiffs in a franchise agreement dispute which included RICO claims, fraud and breach of contract claims.
Loyd v. State Industries Obtained judgment and dismissal in favor of the client in a product liability case.
Magnavox Electronic Systems Co. v. Standard Elektrik Lorenz AG Breach of contract. Successfully prosecuted claims by Magnavox.
Montgomery Ward & Co., Inc. v. Sudler Construction defect action. Defended contractor/lessor.
Natren v. M.W. Encap Breach of contract and negligence claim. Successfully prosecuted claims for Plaintiff.
Newport Sports Corporation v. Tehrani Foreclose action on a security interest in personal property related to the $2,417,000 sale of the Newport Beach Tennis Club. Obtained a judgment for client after reversal on appeal by a 3-0 decision.
Parafrance Communication, S.A. and Paravision International S.A. v. De Laurentiis Entertainment Group, Inc. Bankruptcy adversary proceeding re claims for breach of contract, fraud and unjust enrichment in conjunction with asset purchase of movie library. Represented plaintiff.
R. J. Pergeau, DDS v. Celtic Insurance Company ERISA Case. Represented a dentist who was surviving on a portable dialysis machine denied disability benefits. Obtained a favorable settlement for the client.
Sun Coast Merchandise Corp v. Myron Breach of contract action. Successfully prosecuted securing a multi-million dollar judgment including punitive damages.
The Helman Group, Ltd. v. The Tegner Co. Professional negligence action. Successfully prosecuted insurance broker.
Vertex Group, Inc. v. BigZoo.Com Corporation Defended claims for the ownership and transfer of certain assets. The case settled on terms favorable to BigZoo during preparation for trial.
The firm prosecutes bad faith litigation in both federal and state courts when insurance companies refuse to defend or pay claims in bad faith.
Anchor Bancorp, Inc. v. St. Paul Mercury Ins. Co. Insurance Coverage action. Successfully prosecuted claim for right to independent counsel to defend underlying action.
American States Ins. Co. v. Hayes Specialties, Inc. Insurance Coverage action. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying Lanham Act/unfair competition action).
Atlapac Trading Co. v. American Motorist Ins. Co. Insurance Coverage action. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying Lanham Act/unfair competition action.
ATS v. State Farm Insurance bad faith claim. Insurer offered to settle by payment of claim.
Bradleys’ Electric, Inc. v. CIGNA Lloyds Ins. Co. Insurance Coverage action. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying action).
Business Controls v. Alfred Dunhill Insurance coverage action. Obtained payments from insurance company for judgments of counterfeiting against insured.
Communications Satellite Corp v. Aetna Casualty & Surety Co. Insurance Coverage action. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying antitrust/unfair competition action
COMSAT Corp. v. St. Paul Mercury Ins. Co. Insurance Coverage action. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying antitrust/unfair competition action.
Cyrix Corp. v. Vigilant Ins, Co. Insurance Coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying trademark infringement/unfair competition action.
Dogloo, Inc. v. Northern Ins. Co. of New York Insurance Coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying action.
Federal Ins. Co. v. Southwestern Wirecloth, Inc. Insurance Coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying trademark/patent infringement action.
Hewlett-Packard v. CIGNA Property & Casualty Co. Insurance Coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying antitrust/unfair competition action.
Homedics, Inc. v. CNA/CIGNA Ins. Co. Insurance Coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying patent infringement/Lanham Act action.
Jay Import Co., Inc. v. Royal Ins. Co. Insurance Coverage action. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying copyright infringement/unfair competition action.
J. Lamb v. Atlantic Mutual Insurance Company Insurance coverage case. Obtaining a published opinion from the appellate court which re-emphasized "duty to defend" principles applicable to all "advertising injury" coverage within comprehensive general liability insurance policies.
Lebas Fashion Imports of USA, Inc. v. ITT Hartford Ins. Group Insurance coverage action. Served as counsel for the American Intellectual Property Law Association as Amici Curiae for Plaintiff in case establishing a potential for coverage and duty of defense of trade dress infringement claims under advertising injury coverage.
Lexmark Int’l, Inc. v. Transportation Ins. Co. Insurance Coverage action. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying action for misappropriation of trade secrets and unfair competition.
M.Z. Berger & Co., Inc. v. The Travelers Comm’l Ins. Co. Insurance coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying action by Michael Jordan for trademark infringement, Lanham Act and unfair competition.
Nusonics, Inc. v. Northwestern Pacific Indemnity Co. Insurance coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying action for misappropriation of trade secrets, false advertising, unfair competition and Lanham Act.
Pinkerton Computer Consultants, Inc. v. Hartford Ins. Co. (Of the Midwest Insurance coverage case). Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying trademark infringement/Lanham Act action.
Polaris Pool Systems, Inc. v. Federal Ins. Co. Insurance coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying copyright infringement/misappropriation of trade secrets action.
Polaris Pool Systems, Inc. v. Nationwide Mutual Ins. Co. Insurance coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying action.
Portmann v. Farmers Insurance Group First-party insurance claim. Case settled during the preparation for trial after denial of summary judgment by insurance company on terms favorable to Mr. Portmann.
Speakercraft Inc. v. Northbrook Ins. Insurance coverage litigation. Settled with carrier paying $600,000.
Speedy Sign-A-Rama USA, Inc. v. Hartford Fire Ins. Co. Insurance coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying action for copyright infringement, Lanham Act violations and unfair competition.
American States Ins. Co. v. Hayes Specialties, Inc. Insurance Coverage action. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying Lanham Act/unfair competition action).
Atlapac Trading Co. v. American Motorist Ins. Co. Insurance Coverage action. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying Lanham Act/unfair competition action.
ATS v. State Farm Insurance bad faith claim. Insurer offered to settle by payment of claim.
Bradleys’ Electric, Inc. v. CIGNA Lloyds Ins. Co. Insurance Coverage action. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying action).
Business Controls v. Alfred Dunhill Insurance coverage action. Obtained payments from insurance company for judgments of counterfeiting against insured.
Communications Satellite Corp v. Aetna Casualty & Surety Co. Insurance Coverage action. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying antitrust/unfair competition action
COMSAT Corp. v. St. Paul Mercury Ins. Co. Insurance Coverage action. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying antitrust/unfair competition action.
Cyrix Corp. v. Vigilant Ins, Co. Insurance Coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying trademark infringement/unfair competition action.
Dogloo, Inc. v. Northern Ins. Co. of New York Insurance Coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying action.
Federal Ins. Co. v. Southwestern Wirecloth, Inc. Insurance Coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying trademark/patent infringement action.
Hewlett-Packard v. CIGNA Property & Casualty Co. Insurance Coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying antitrust/unfair competition action.
Homedics, Inc. v. CNA/CIGNA Ins. Co. Insurance Coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying patent infringement/Lanham Act action.
Jay Import Co., Inc. v. Royal Ins. Co. Insurance Coverage action. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying copyright infringement/unfair competition action.
J. Lamb v. Atlantic Mutual Insurance Company Insurance coverage case. Obtaining a published opinion from the appellate court which re-emphasized "duty to defend" principles applicable to all "advertising injury" coverage within comprehensive general liability insurance policies.
Lebas Fashion Imports of USA, Inc. v. ITT Hartford Ins. Group Insurance coverage action. Served as counsel for the American Intellectual Property Law Association as Amici Curiae for Plaintiff in case establishing a potential for coverage and duty of defense of trade dress infringement claims under advertising injury coverage.
Lexmark Int’l, Inc. v. Transportation Ins. Co. Insurance Coverage action. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying action for misappropriation of trade secrets and unfair competition.
M.Z. Berger & Co., Inc. v. The Travelers Comm’l Ins. Co. Insurance coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying action by Michael Jordan for trademark infringement, Lanham Act and unfair competition.
Nusonics, Inc. v. Northwestern Pacific Indemnity Co. Insurance coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying action for misappropriation of trade secrets, false advertising, unfair competition and Lanham Act.
Pinkerton Computer Consultants, Inc. v. Hartford Ins. Co. (Of the Midwest Insurance coverage case). Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying trademark infringement/Lanham Act action.
Polaris Pool Systems, Inc. v. Federal Ins. Co. Insurance coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying copyright infringement/misappropriation of trade secrets action.
Polaris Pool Systems, Inc. v. Nationwide Mutual Ins. Co. Insurance coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying action.
Portmann v. Farmers Insurance Group First-party insurance claim. Case settled during the preparation for trial after denial of summary judgment by insurance company on terms favorable to Mr. Portmann.
Speakercraft Inc. v. Northbrook Ins. Insurance coverage litigation. Settled with carrier paying $600,000.
Speedy Sign-A-Rama USA, Inc. v. Hartford Fire Ins. Co. Insurance coverage case. Successfully prosecuted claim for payment of defense in underlying action for copyright infringement, Lanham Act violations and unfair competition.
We also can negotiate franchise, dealership and distribution agreements and advise clients in regard to dealer termination cases. If necessary, we can bring our considerable litigation experience to bear in resolving franchise disputes.
Levinson v. Uniglobe Design patent case. Obtained favorable result for client in case involving designs of aluminum alloy wheels.
The following are a sample of our International Trade Law Program cases:
In Re Certain Radios and Components Thereof - Section 337 Proceedings before the International Trade Commission. Obtained favorable result for client in alleged patent and trademark infringement case concerning radio design.
Joshua Greene | President of the Milton H. Greene Archives, Inc.
Surjit, is excellent because of his perspective of life and his knowledge of the law. His approach, which is to evaluate a situation from all sides before deciding on the action. .... He also has a business savvy marketing talent that I find to be rare in an attorney. I welcome his ideas and suggestions in business as well as in legal representation. he also has a great team that all have different specialties of the law which makes the firm an asset to my business and it’s future.
President | Pacific Licensing
Surj Soni and all of the other lawyers on his team at the Soni Law Firm never let up. Surj Soni was successful in defending our case before the Federal Courts because of his ability to not only think within the confines of the law, but to also challenge traditional thinking with a rational and logical approach to the issues. 3) I have no hesitation in recommending Surj. He is one of the brightest people I know and, in my experience, completely scrupulous. He has a good sense of humor and is a pleasure to work with, as well as being formidably competent.
Chairman | Reuben, a Patent Application Client
I have no hesitation in recommending The Soni Law Firm. They have some of the brightest attorneys I know and, in my experience, completely scrupulous. It is a pleasure to work with them, as well as being formidably competent.
Strategic Legal Thinker | Tom, Intellectual Property Client
Surjit is a rare counselor. He deals with legal matters sensibly and realistically. He has a very pragmatic approach to the area of intellectual property, which can be a confusing morass of laws varying significantly across legal jurisdictions.
Surjit has the experience, knowledge, and good judgment —plus a sense of intellectual curiosity too.
Surjit has the experience, knowledge, and good judgment —plus a sense of intellectual curiosity too.
President | Loreley, a Contracts Client
The Soni Law Firm is a group of professionals that are committed to meeting their client’s expectations. Everyone on their team created a unique experience of helpfulness and commitment to us. ...We were not alone. Every conversation was directed to reaching the end result of "winning" the case.
President | a Business Client
Very reliable and gets the job done. Will not take NO for an answer. Very knowledgable and thorough with his work. Will leave no stone unturned.. get to every option available.
Retired Business Owner | Jeff, a Intellectual Property client
The Soni Law Firm defended my company and me, personally in two complicated intellectual property lawsuits with several claims of patent and trademark infringement. In both cases, all charges were dismissed and one of the plaintiff’s patents was invalidated by the court. Intellectual property is probably the most complicated part of civil law and Mr. Soni proved he is an expert.
President | a Contracts Client
I highly recommend Surj and his team for any intellectual property matters you may have. We have worked with many different lawyers in different matters and have never had the comfort level or security that we have when working with Surj. His knowledge of the law, his ability to be able to explain cases to a lay-person and his court room demeanor are absolutely incredible.
Greatest lawyer ever had the pleasure to work with | Dilip, a Intellectual Property client
Surjit helped us refine and clarify our consulting contracts. His help was valuable in protecting our intellectual property while providing our clients the value they expect for their investment. Clearly having knowhow in the IP arena, Surjit was able to respond to our requests quickly and professionally. We felt we have received good value for our costs and have established a relationship we could rely upon in the future.
President | Harpal, a Antitrust Client
Surjit is an excellent trial lawyer with an exceptional grasp of the copyright/trade law. He has a unique ability to see the various angles of a lawsuit and advises his client accordingly. One of his biggest strength is his attention to detail and his ability to anticipate the moves of the opposition well in advance.
Vice President and General Counsel | Jim, a Trademark Client
Mr. Soni is a very bright, capable trial lawyer. He is a very experience, seasoned and practical litigator. He can handle very large and complex litigation matters involving numerous parties represented by "elite" firms where the stakes are high and also small matters on a budget. Mr. Soni represented our company in a complex IP litigation where we were a defendant accused of a parade of horrible things. At the end we prevailed recovering both our attorney fees and shared damages with plaintiffs. Outstanding job. Mr. Soni can and does know how to try cases not just paper them like many lawyers who call them selves litigators. I would highly recommend Mr. Soni.
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