Technology & Manufacturing
Shipley Snell represents clients that have been manufacturing since the early 1800s as well as clients dealing with cutting-edge advanced technology, biotechnology, and nanotechnology issues.
Our practice extends across many industries, including energy, power generation, shipping and transportation, telecommunications, computers, and healthcare.
A representative sample of our matters includes:
Represented the purchaser of a state-of-the-art Voice Over IP system in claims against the manufacturer, distributor, and transporter for damages and voiding of warranty.
Counseled a foreign shipping equipment manufacturer on potential damages claims in American courts for alleged breach of a multimillion-dollar contract.
Represented a major manufacturer in connection with its voluntary withdrawal from the market of an aerosol tire inflator product and personal injury suits arising out of use of the product.
Represented a major manufacturer in Lanham Act lawsuits brought by competitors. (See reported decision, IQ Prods. Co. v. Pennzoil Prods. Co., 305 F.3d 368 (5th Cir. 2002).
Prosecuted claims in international arbitration that a client’s customer misappropriated technical data and information for the development and use of a specialized industrial fuel.
Defended a client against allegations by a competitor that the client misappropriated trade secrets related to a design and manufacturing process for drilling rigs.
Defended multiple clients against trade secret misappropriation claims involving customer data and customer lists.
Defended a manufacturer against trademark and trade secret claims brought by a former employer and competitor.
Successfully resolved trade secret misappropriation claims against a start-up consulting firm.
Prosecuted claims for patent infringement of a medical device and defended against claims of patent invalidity.