The court's exclusion of Apple's untimely non-infringement theory and its damages expert significantly weakens Apple's defense posture ahead of the September trial. Monitor for any settlement activity or pre-trial rulings on the remaining damages methodology. The narrowing of Apple's case increases the probability of a material adverse judgment, though the ultimate financial impact remains uncertain.
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Executive Summary
The court issued a pre-trial order in Taction Technology v. Apple, granting in part and denying in part various Daubert motions and motions in limine. The key ruling for Apple is the exclusion of its damages expert's testimony (Ms. Knox) and the exclusion of Apple's untimely non-infringement theories regarding the 'normal operating frequency range' limitation. Apple's motion for additional deposition of Taction's expert was denied. The trial is set for September 14, 2026. This is a procedural pre-trial ruling that narrows Apple's defenses and damages arguments, increasing its litigation risk ahead of trial.
Court Ruling Details
Key Facts
- The court excluded Apple's untimely non-infringement theories regarding the 'normal operating frequency range' limitation, striking portions of Apple's supplemental expert reports.
- The court granted Taction's Daubert motion to exclude Apple's damages expert Ms. Knox, whose valuation methodology was deemed unreliable and irrelevant.
- The court granted Apple's Daubert motion to exclude Taction's expert Dr. Oliver's technical apportionment opinions and the related reasonable royalty opinions of Dr. Kennedy, narrowing Taction's damages case.
- The court denied Apple's ex parte motion for an additional deposition of Taction's expert Dr. Okamura, finding Apple had a full and fair opportunity to depose her.
- Trial is scheduled for September 14, 2026.
- The court also granted Apple's motion to exclude evidence of IPR proceedings involving the asserted patents.
- Apple's motion to seal was denied for failure to meet and confer.
Financial Impact
The ruling narrows Apple's non-infringement defenses and excludes a key damages expert, increasing Apple's potential liability exposure in the upcoming trial. No specific damages figure was stated in the order.
Risk Factors
- Apple faces an increased risk of an adverse infringement verdict at trial on September 14, 2026, with a narrowed defense and a weakened damages rebuttal.
- The exclusion of Apple's damages expert could lead to a higher reasonable royalty award if Taction's remaining damages expert is deemed reliable.
- The court's ruling on the 'normal operating frequency range' limitation may be a key issue on appeal if Apple loses at trial.
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