Processed Slabs and Methods Investigation Intervention Notice
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This notice indicates that the U.S. International Trade Commission has allowed Cosentino North America to intervene in an ongoing investigation about imported processed slabs. The investigation involves alleged patent infringements related to the manufacturing and sale of these products by multiple companies. Cosentino's inclusion allows it to protect its interests in products that might be subject to exclusion orders.
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Key Changes
- Cosentino North America granted respondent status in an ongoing investigation.
- Allows intervention to protect interests related to specific processed slab products.
- Prevents potential impairment of Cosentino's product interests in exclusion orders.
Obligations
What this law requires
Cosentino North America must comply with all procedural rules and deadlines established in Investigation No. 337-TA-1482, including discovery schedules and the investigation target date
Cosentino North America must participate as a respondent in the ITC investigation and respond to all allegations regarding alleged patent infringement of U.S. Patent Nos. 10,195,762; 10,252,440; and 12,370,718 related to processed slabs and methods
Cosentino North America must present noninfringement defenses for its own processed slab products throughout the investigation proceedings
Cosentino North America must comply with Commission Rule 210.19 and all applicable rules under 19 CFR Part 210 (Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure)
Cosentino North America must prepare for potential exclusion orders that may apply to its processed slab products and take necessary protective measures regarding such products