Summer 2014, Volume 9, Number 1

In this CPI issue, our contributing authors look at the fast-evolving issue relating to standard essential patents – How the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals ruling in Motorola Mobility LLC v. AU Optronics, expands the applicability of the Sherman Act to foreign companies, whether such extra territoriality is desirable, what is the optimal approach on the matter. Some authors argue for the Motorola ruling while another argues for repeal of the FTAIA and addressing Motorola through the principles laid down in the Hartford Fire and Illinois Brick cases.