David Aldrich

Dave has extensive experience in all areas of patent, trademark, and copyright law, including prosecution, litigation, opinions, licensing, and counseling. His practice has canvassed a wide array of technological areas, such as optics, analytical instruments, and mechanical devices, including an emphasis on the medical field.

Dave has prosecuted hundreds of patent applications in many different technologies and has successfully argued multiple appeals before the Patent Trial & Appeal Board (PTAB). He also has significant experience with all types of disputed matters, including Inter Partes Reviews at the PTAB. Dave has obtained successful results for both plaintiffs and defendants in numerous litigations, ranging from summary judgment to appellate victories, as well as the negotiation of favorable settlements. He also has significant experience with pharmaceutical patents, including the preparation of Paragraph IV notice letters and the litigation of Hatch-Waxman ANDA cases.

Seton Hall University School of Law

J.D. (2001) | Law, Intellectual Property

1998 - 2001

Rutgers University - New Brunswick/Piscataway

B.A. (1998) | Physics; Philosophy

1991 - 1998

Founder, Partner

Forge IP, PLLC

2017 - Current

Member

St. Onge Steward Johnston & Reens LLC

2001 - 2017

State Bar of Connecticut

Member

Current

LawPact

Member

2018 - Current

Activities: LawPact is a close-knit, international association of independent business law firms serving clients in all business law capacities, including litigation and transactional work, across a variety of industries. As a result, we are able to ensure that clients are provided with access to seamless legal advice for their business across most jurisdictions in the world.

Connecticut

State of Connecticut Judicial Branch

Since 2004

U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

Since 2002

Federal Circuit

Since 2003

U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado

Since 2009

U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut

Since 2005

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York

Since 2008

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York

Since 2008

Q. According to U.S. PATENT NO. 10,745,833, we need clarification if we are producing same towels can we import it into US

December 18, 2024

A: U.S patents cover importation (if your product infringes the patent, you cannot import them into the U.S. without being liable for infringement). This patent covers both fabric products and methods of manufacture. The specific coverage is defined in the claims, which are of varied scope. Whether your towels would infringe this patent can only be determined by comparing your specific products and manufacturing methods to the language of these claims. You should consult a qualified patent attorney who can assist you with this analysis and give you an opinion regarding possible infringement.

Q. Is there a patent for counter rotating blades blenders

December 5, 2024

A: The question is a little too broad to answer. If you are considering pursuing a patent based on this idea, you should avoid disclosing the details of your invention on a public forum like this, as your own public disclosure could end up being prior art that will impede your ability to obtain a patent. Instead, you should discuss the details confidentially with a qualified patent attorney, who can help you conduct a search and review of the relevant prior art. Based on these search results, the patent attorney will be able to give you an idea of what aspects of your invention are likely patentable in view of what is already out there.

Q. Hi. I am consider to paten an apparatus for pulling. The apparatus requires the use of a handle which may be patented.

December 4, 2024

A: This type of product is certainly patentable. However, whether you will be able to successfully obtain a patent will depend on whether it has already been disclosed by someone (this is called "prior art"). You should contact a qualified patent attorney directly (this is just public question forum), and they can help you conduct a search and review of the relevant prior art. Based on these search results, the patent attorney will be able to give you an idea of what aspects of your invention are likely patentable in view of what is already out there. You should avoid disclosing the details of your invention on a public forum like this, as your own public disclosure could end up being prior art that will impede your ability to obtain a patent. Instead, you should discuss the details confidentially with your patent attorney. ... Read More