The
annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) provides a highly publicized venue for companies to
showcase their cutting-edge technology and innovative designs. Just days before this year’s show in
Las Vegas, NV, one design patent owner prevented an alleged infringer from distributing,
promoting, and offering to sell potentially infringing products. Follow the jump to learn why an emergency temporary
restraining order was granted to the design patent owner without an opportunity for the defendant to appear.
