Podcast Ep 15: Patent expert witness Nathan Macdonald explains how engineers work through claim construction, infringement analysis, and prior art in patent cases. This episode offers a clear look at how technical opinions are formed and used in patent litigation.
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Types of Conveyor Systems, Their Uses & Benefits
Conveyor systems are a mechanical device that makes it easy for organizations to transport goods, packages, and supplies. There are multiple different types… Read on to learn about the types of conveyor systems, their operational mechanics, and the advantages and...
The 2 Most Common Types of Aerial Lifts | How to Choose the Right One?
Industries like warehousing, construction, and maintenance sometimes require work-at-height to perform tasks that would be otherwise challenging from the ground. This is an area where aerial lifts or mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), can be very helpful. When...
The Wide World of Different Types of Garbage Trucks
As garbage truck engineering expert witnesses, we have had a rich experience in studying the complexities of garbage trucks in the process of analyzing accidents and preparing for cases. As such, we have a deep appreciation for these dirty and often disdained...
Defending yourself against the common patent troll
Just when you’re starting to make some big wins in selling your new product to the market, life can throw you a curve-ball. Out of the blue you receive a letter alleging your business activities are infringing on a patent that you have never heard of, by somebody you...
At the Round Table With Mechanical Engineering Expert, David Smith
The Round Table Group recently invited me to their podcast to discuss my experiences as a mechanical engineering expert witness. As the head of Alpine Engineering and Design, Inc., I discussed the experiences and knowledge gained from my journey in designing products,...
The Expert Witness Podcast Episode #14 – An Interview with Lloyd Williams – Hotel Management Guru and Industry Expert Witness
TRANSCRIPTION David Smith 00:00 Welcome to the Expert Witness Podcast. I am your host, David Smith, and I'm excited to be here today with Lloyd Williams. Lloyd is a respected hotelier with extensive hands-on experience in the management of all operational areas, human...
Will the Recent Change in Design Patent Laws Impact You?
A recent Federal Circuit Court decision has upended long-held standards for determining obviousness in design patents. Prior to this decision, the same Rosen-Durling design patent tests have been used for decades. Rosen-Durling is a two-step system. It first required...
Analysis of Belly Dump Trailer Failure
The significance of accurately identifying the causes of accidents, particularly using thorough analysis techniques like fault tree analysis, cannot be overstated. At Alpine Engineering & Design, we pride ourselves on our extensive experience and skill in serving...
The Expert Witness Podcast Episode 13: Interview with Eric P. Rose – Full Transcript
TRANSCRIPT David Smith 00:00 Welcome to The Expert Witness Podcast. I am your host, David Smith, and I'm excited to be here today with Eric Rose. Eric has over 40 years’ experience developing new products in the consumer medical and industrial product markets....
The Expert Witness Podcast Episode 12: Interview with Ediuska Laurens – Full Transcript
TRANSCRIPT David Smith 00:04 Welcome to the Expert Witness Podcast. I'm your host, David Smith. I'm excited to introduce Dr. Ediuska Laurens to you today. Dr. Laurens has harnessed the magic of science and the boundless wisdom of...
Patent Trolls May Face Barriers After Recent Court Opinion
A November 2023 order from the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware could change the future of some patent lawsuits for what are known as nonpracticing entities (NPE). Three plaintiffs – Nimitz Technologies LLC, Mellaconic IP LLC, and Lamplight...