Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP et al v. The Art Factory AB et al > Documents

Date Field	Doc. No.	Description (Pages)
May 18, 2023	264	ORDER from Federal Circuit Court of Appeals filed Re Notice of Appeal 252 , CCA # 2022-1454. Upon consideration of Appellant's unopposed motion to dismiss this appeal as moot, pursuant to Federal Rule of Appellate Procedure 42(b), IT IS ORDERED THAT: (1) The motion is granted. The appeal is dismissed. (2) The parties shall bear their own costs. Issued as a Mandate. (car) (Entered: 05/18/2023) (2)
Mar 30, 2023	263	ORDER GRANTING JOINT STIPULATION FOR DISMISSAL WITH PREJUDICE by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: Having reviewed the parties' Joint Stipulation for Dismissal with Prejudice 262 , the Court ORDERS that the case is dismissed with prejudice in its entirety, with each party to bear their own costs, expenses, and attorneys' fees. (gk) (Entered: 03/31/2023) (1)
Mar 29, 2023	262	Joint STIPULATION to Dismiss Case pursuant to F.R.CIV.P.41(a)(1)(A)(ii) filed by Plaintiffs Helix Innovations GmbH, NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order Granting Joint Stipulation for Dismissal with Prejudice)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 03/29/2023) (0)
Mar 28, 2023	261	ORDER GRANTING UNOPPOSED MOTION TO VACATE MARKMAN ORDER AND STIPULATED JUDGMENT OF NON-INFRINGEMENT [DKT. NO. 260 ] by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr: The Court hereby GRANTS Plaintiffs' motion and vacates the Order of non-infringement, Dkt. No. 250, and the Markman Order relating to claim construction, Dkt. No. 244. (et) (Entered: 03/28/2023) (1)
Mar 27, 2023	260	NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Vacate Order,,, 250 , Markman Hearing,, Link Non-Motion Documents to Minutes, 244 Notice of Motion and Motion to Vacate Markman Order and Stipulated Judgment of Non-Infringement (Unopposed) filed by Plaintiffs Helix Innovations GmbH, NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. Motion set for hearing on 5/5/2023 at 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr.. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order [Proposed] Order Granting Unopposed Motion to Vacate Markman Order and Stipulated Judgment of Non-Infringement) (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 03/27/2023) (0)
Mar 24, 2023	259	ORDER Appellants move unopposed for limited remand from Federal Circuit Court of Appeals filed. CCA # 2022-1454. Accordingly, IT IS ORDERED THAT: (1) The motion for a limited remand is granted to the limited extent explained above. This court retains jurisdiction over this appeal. (2) Within 14 days from any district court decision on any motion to vacate, the parties shall inform this court as to how they believe this appeal should proceed. [See document for all details.](mat) (Entered: 03/24/2023) (2)
Dec 13, 2022	258	ORDER by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. Granting Request for Approval of Substitution of Attorney Franklin D. Kang for Plaintiffs WM17 Holding GMBH and Helix Innovations GmbH in place of Attorney John E. Lord 256 . (gk) (Entered: 12/15/2022) (1)
Dec 12, 2022	257	Notice of Certification of Counsel Regarding Substitution of Attorney filed by plaintiffs Helix Innovations GmbH, WM17 Holding GMBH. (Kang, Franklin) (Entered: 12/12/2022) (2)
Dec 8, 2022	256	REQUEST TO SUBSTITUTE ATTORNEY Franklin D. Kang in place of attorney John E. Lord filed by plaintiffs Helix Innovations GmbH, WM17 Holding GMBH. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order) (Lord, John) (Entered: 12/08/2022) (0)
Nov 10, 2022	255	REPORT ON THE DETERMINATION OF AN ACTION Regarding a Patent or Trademark. (Closing) (Attachments: # 1 Civil Minutes of 11/9/2022, # 2 Order Regarding Stipulation of Non-Infringement of the '908 Patent) (gk) (Entered: 11/10/2022) (0)
Nov 9, 2022	254	MINUTE ORDER by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: Case should have been closed on entry dated 1/19/2022 250 . (Made JS-6. Case Terminated.) Court Reporter: N/A. (gk) (Entered: 11/10/2022) (1)
Feb 8, 2022	N/A	TRANSMISSION of the Notice of Appeal, Docket Sheet, Judgment and or order e-mailed to the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit re: Notice of Appeal to Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, 252 . (mat) (Entered: 02/08/2022) (0)
Feb 8, 2022	253	NOTIFICATION from Federal Circuit Court of Appeals of case number assigned and briefing schedule. Appeal Docket No. 2022-1454 assigned to Notice of Appeal to Federal Circuit Court of Appeals 252 as to Plaintiffs Helix Innovations GmbH, NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (gk) (Entered: 02/09/2022) (4)
Feb 7, 2022	252	NOTICE OF APPEAL to the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals filed by Plaintiffs Helix Innovations GmbH, NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. Appeal of Order,,, 250 . (Appeal Fee - $505 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-32751681.) (Attachments: # 1 Representation Statement [F.R.A.P. 12(b) Circuit Rule 3-2 (b)])(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/07/2022) (0)
Feb 7, 2022	252	Notice of Appeal* (1)
Feb 1, 2022	251	NOTICE of Change of Attorney Business or Contact Information: for attorney Donald L. Ridge counsel for Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. Changing Address to 555 South Flower Street, 24th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90071. Filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/01/2022) (5)
Jan 19, 2022	250	ORDER REGARDING STIPULATION OF NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THE '908 PATENT by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: Upon Stipulation 249 , IT IS ORDERED AND ADJUDGED that JUDGMENT IS HEREBY ENTERED IN FAVOR OF DEFENDANTS and AGAINST PLAINTIFFS with respect to Plaintiffs' Amended Complaint (DN 144) concerning infringement of the '908 patent in view of this Court's Markman Order (DN 244) and the parties' joint stipulation. The Court directs entry of final judgment in favor of Defendants and against Plaintiffs on all claims in the First Amended Complaint (DN 144). Defendants are the prevailing parties. The deadline for filing any Bill of Costs and Motion for Fees (including any Motion for Fees under 35 U.S.C. Section 285) concerning this judgment shall be 60 days from the date on which the Federal Circuit enters its mandate on Plaintiffs' appeal. (gk) (Entered: 01/20/2022) (2)
Jan 18, 2022	249	STIPULATION for Judgment as to Move for Entry of Final Judgment of Non-Infringement filed by Plaintiffs Helix Innovations GmbH, NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order Regarding Stipulation of Non-Infringement of the '908 Patent)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 01/18/2022) (0)
Jan 7, 2022	248	MINUTES (IN CHAMBERS) ORDER RE: MODIFICATION OF THE CASE MANAGEMENT ORDER by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: The parties are currently negotiating the terms of a stipulation of non-infringement and expect to seek entry of a judgment of non-infringement of the '908 patent subject to Plaintiffs' right to appeal. Entry of judgment of non-infringement would conclude this case and allow Plaintiffs to appeal without delay. It is hereby ordered that any stipulation of non-infringement in this case be filed not later than 1/18/2022.In the event the parties cannot agree on how to effectuate their agreement in principle for a straightforward judgment of non-infringement, if no stipulation is filed by 1/18/2022, then the Court adopts the briefing schedule in this order. All other deadlines in the Case Management Order (CMO) 227 are hereby vacated. Defendants also intend to file a motion for attorneys' fees and costs. Upon entry of the anticipated judgment of non-infringement, this matter will be stayed pending appeal. Accordingly, consideration of any motion for attorneys' fees and costs will be deferred until the conclusion of Plaintiffs' appeal. Such motion must be filed within 60 days from the date on which the Federal Circuit enters its mandate on Plaintiffs' appeal. Court Reporter: N/A. (gk) (Entered: 01/11/2022) (3)
Jan 4, 2022	247	STATUS REPORT to Modifying Deadlines in the Case Management Order filed by Plaintiffs Helix Innovations GmbH, NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order to Modifying Deadlines in the Case Management Order)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 01/04/2022) (0)
Dec 21, 2021	246	MINUTES (IN CHAMBERS) ORDER RE: MODIFICATION OF THE CASE MANAGEMENT ORDER by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: The Court finds 12/31/2021 to be a reasonable date by which Plaintiffs should decide whether and how they intend to proceed with their patent claims. Accordingly, the parties are hereby ordered to file a further joint report concerning scheduling by no later than 1/4/2022. The joint report should contain, at a minimum, Plaintiffs' decision regarding their patent claims and the resulting impact on the revised proposed Case Management Order (CMO) deadlines (e.g., if Plaintiffs decide to forego their patent claims at this time pending any appeal, no patent-specific deadlines will be required in the revised proposed CMO deadlines; if Plaintiffs decide to maintain the patent claims, a proposed summary judgment schedule concerning those claims should be included). The Court will then issue a revised CMO based in part on the joint report. See document for further details. Court Reporter: N/A. (gk) (Entered: 12/22/2021) (2)
Dec 17, 2021	245	STIPULATION to Reschedule Modify Scheduling Order filed by Plaintiff Helix Innovations GmbH, NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order Modifying Deadlines in the Case Management Order)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 12/17/2021) (0)
Dec 10, 2021	242	TRANSCRIPT ORDER as to Plaintiffs Helix Innovations GmbH, NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC for Court Reporter. Court will contact Amanda Melhado-Burke at amelhadoburke@clarkhill.com with further instructions regarding this order. Transcript preparation will not begin until payment has been satisfied with the court reporter. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 12/10/2021) (2)
Dec 10, 2021	243	TRANSCRIPT ORDER as to Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB for Court Reporter. Court will contact Jessi Knight at knightj@gtlaw.com with further instructions regarding this order. Transcript preparation will not begin until payment has been satisfied with the court reporter. (Bloch, David) (Entered: 12/10/2021) (1)
Dec 10, 2021	244	MINUTES OF Markman Order (Pinkerton Dkt Nos. 215 , 218 , 222 , Case No. 2:20-cv-01322-SB-MRWx; Modoral Dkt Nos. 125, 134, 2:21-cv-05013-SB-MRWx) held before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: The Court construes the agreed and disputed terms in two cases consolidated for pretrial purposes. See document for details. Court Reporter: Miriam Baird. (gk) (Entered: 12/15/2021) (19)
Nov 19, 2021	241	OBJECTIONS to Notice of Lodging 238 , Miscellaneous Document 236 Objection to Defendants' Demonstrative Evidence filed by Plaintiffs Helix Innovations GmbH, NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 11/19/2021) (3)
Nov 16, 2021	239	NOTICE TO FILER OF DEFICIENCIES in Electronically Filed Documents RE: Exhibit 236 , Notice of Lodging 238 . The following error(s) was/were found: It appears that both documents should have been e-filed as one, with the Notice of Lodging being the main document, with the attachment of the exhibit. In response to this notice, the Court may: (1) order an amended or correct document to be filed; (2) order the document stricken; or (3) take other action as the Court deems appropriate. You need not take any action in response to this notice unless and until the Court directs you to do so. (bm) (Entered: 11/16/2021) (1)
Nov 15, 2021	240	MINUTES (IN CHAMBERS) ORDER RE: MARKMAN HEARING by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. The Court hereby continues the Markman hearing (currently scheduled for November 19, 2021 at 8:30 a.m.) until December 10, 2021 at 8 a.m. The deadlines in the Consolidated Case Management Order are hereby stayed. (iv) (Entered: 11/16/2021) (1)
Nov 12, 2021	236	Demonstratives for claim construction hearing filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc. (lodged per ECF 226) (Bloch, David) (Entered: 11/12/2021) (30)
Nov 12, 2021	237	NOTICE OF LODGING filed Swedish Match North America, LLC, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, NYZ AB, and Helix Innovations GMBH of Demonstrative Evidence re Text Only Scheduling Notice,,,,,, 226 (Attachments: # 1 Demonstrative Evidence)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 11/12/2021) (0)
Nov 12, 2021	238	NOTICE OF LODGING filed by Defendants concerning claim construction demonstratives re Miscellaneous Document 236 (Bloch, David) (Entered: 11/12/2021) (2)
Oct 20, 2021	235	Joint STIPULATION for Discovery filed by Plaintiff Helix Innovations GmbH.(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 10/20/2021) (11)
Oct 19, 2021	234	CORPORATE DISCLOSURE STATEMENT filed by Plaintiff Helix Innovations GmbH identifying Altria Enterprises II LLC as Corporate Parent. (Lord, John) (Entered: 10/19/2021) (2)
Oct 15, 2021	233	MINUTES (IN CHAMBERS) CONSOLIDATED CASE MANAGEMENT ORDER by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: Upon the Joint Stipulations to modify the case management order to correct certain dates in their respective cases 232 , the Court updates only the following dates: Production related to reliance on Advice of Counsel 12/03/2021. Amended Contentions on issues for which party bears the burden of proof 12/17/2021. Initial Expert Reports 02/11/2022. Reply Expert Reports Now N/A. Court Reporter: N/A. (gk) (Entered: 10/18/2021) (2)
Oct 14, 2021	232	Joint STIPULATION to to Modify Scheduling Order Order,,,, Set/Reset Deadlines/Hearings,,, 162 filed by Plaintiffs Helix Innovations GmbH, NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order Modifying Deadlines in the Case)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 10/14/2021) (0)
Oct 13, 2021	231	Joint STIPULATION to Amend the Stipulated Protective Order Protective Order 178 filed by Plaintiffs Swedish Match North America LLC.(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 10/13/2021) (4)
Sep 27, 2021	229	NOTICE TO FILER OF DEFICIENCIES in Electronically Filed Documents RE: NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Substitute Plaintiff Helix Innovations GmbH for Plaintiff wm17 holding GmbH 228 . The following error(s) was/were found: Lacking statement re conference of counsel, pursuant to Local Rule 7-3. In response to this notice, the Court may: (1) order an amended or correct document to be filed; (2) order the document stricken; or (3) take other action as the Court deems appropriate. You need not take any action in response to this notice unless and until the Court directs you to do so. (gk) (Entered: 09/27/2021) (1)
Sep 26, 2021	230	ORDER GRANTING UNOPPOSED MOTION TO SUBSTITUTE PARTY PURSUANT TO FED. R. CIV. P. 25(C) by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: Upon Plaintiff's Motion 228 , it is hereby ordered that Helix Innovations GmbH, as wm17 holding GmbH's successor in interest, is substituted for wm17 holding GmbH as co-Plaintiff in this action. Plaintiffs need not file an amended complaint to effectuate this change. No deadlines set forth in the Consolidated Case Management Order will be affected by this Order. (gk) (Entered: 09/29/2021) (2)
Sep 24, 2021	228	NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Substitute Plaintiff Helix Innovations GmbH for Plaintiff wm17 holding GmbH filed by plaintiff WM17 Holding GMBH. Motion set for hearing on 11/5/2021 at 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr.. (Attachments: # 1 Memorandum of Points and Authorities in Support of Unopposed Motion, # 2 Proposed Order) (Lord, John) (Entered: 09/24/2021) (0)
Sep 20, 2021	227	MINUTES (IN CHAMBERS) CONSOLIDATED CASE MANAGEMENT ORDER by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: The Court consolidates these three cases for pretrial purposes. Accordingly, the parties should work together cooperatively and efficiently to preserve party and court resources. The parties may submit appropriate protective orders to the Magistrate Judge to address discovery sharing as needed. The Court reserves consideration of whether the cases should be consolidated for trial. The Court sets the pretrial and trial dates noted in this order based on an evaluation of the complexity of the case. Jury Trial set for 9/12/2022 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr. Final Pretrial Conference and Hearing on Motions in Limine set for 8/19/2022 10:00 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr. Markman Hearing set for 11/19/2021 at 8:30 AM. Motion to Amend Pleadings/Add Parties (Hearing Deadline) 12/17/2021. Non-Expert Discovery cut-off 1/28/2022. Discovery Motion Hearing Deadline 02/18/2022. Non-Discovery Motion Hearing Deadline 5/27/22022. Settlement Conference Deadline 6/10/2022. Post-Settlement Status Conference set for 6/24/2022 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr. Status Report due by 6/17/2022. Trial Filings (First Set) Deadline 7/22/2022. Trial Filings (Second Set) Deadline 8/5/2022. See document for further details. Court Reporter: N/A. (gk) (Entered: 09/21/2021) (4)
Sep 17, 2021	226	(IN CHAMBERS) ORDER REGARDING CONSOLIDATED MARKMAN HEARING by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: Having considered the Pinkerton parties joint status report (Case No. 20-1322 - Dkt. No. 224) and the Modoral parties updated joint scheduling report (Case No. 21-5013 - Dkt. No. 112), the Court hereby issues the following order addressing the Markman proceedings. As to Case No. 21-5013, the Court adopts the Modoral parties proposed deadline to exchange any additional claim construction evidence by September 17, 2021. Modoral may file a supplemental claim construction brief not to exceed fifteen pages, if any, no later than October 15, 2021. The Court has before it a voluminous Markman record that the Court will consider across both cases. Therefore, any supplemental brief should be limited to addressing issues that are unique or different in Case No. 21-5013. Swedish Match may file a responsive brief of no more than ten pages, if any, by October 22, 2021. As to Case No. 20-1322, the October 1, 2021 Markman hearing is vacated. Instead, the Court will conduct a consolidated Markman hearing in both cases on November 19, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. As stated, the Court will allow one hour for the hearing; presentation of witness testimony is unnecessary. The Court plans to issue a tentative ruling to the parties before the hearing; therefore, the parties should tailor their oral arguments to address the tentative ruling. Any demonstratives must be lodged and served seven days before the hearing. THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 09/17/2021) (0)
Sep 15, 2021	224	Joint Request for a Status Conference filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH and Defendants Kretek International, Dryft Sciences, LLC (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 09/15/2021) (4)
Sep 15, 2021	225	(IN CHAMBERS) ORDER REGARDING MARKMAN HEARING by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: Having considered the parties Joint Claim Construction and Prehearing Statement (Dkt. No. 204) and the Markman briefing (Dkt. Nos. 215, 218, 222, 223), the Court provides the following guidance for the October 1, 2021, 8:30 a.m. Markman hearing. The Court will allow one hour for the hearing. Live testimony will be unnecessary, but the experts may be available for questions. Any demonstratives must be lodged and served seven days before the hearing. THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. TEXT ONLY ENTRY (vcr) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 09/15/2021) (0)
Sep 10, 2021	222	DEFENDANTS' RESPONSIVE CLAIM CONSTRUCTION BRIEF (Attachments: # 1 Declaration)(Bloch, David) (Entered: 09/10/2021) (0)
Sep 10, 2021	223	Plaintiffs' Rebuttal Claim Construction Brief filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH re: Brief (non-motion non-appeal),, 218 (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Donald L. Ridge in Support of Plaintiffs' Rebuttal Claim Construction Brief, # 2 Exhibit 26, # 3 Exhibit 27, # 4 Exhibit 28, # 5 Exhibit 29, # 6 Exhibit 30)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 09/10/2021) (0)
Sep 1, 2021	221	SEALED DOCUMENT Exhibits re Order on Motion for Leave to File Document Under Seal,,, 220 filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. (Attachments: # 1 Unredacted Document, # 2 Unredacted Document)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 09/01/2021) (0)
Aug 23, 2021	219	CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH, re Sealed Declaration in SupportDeclaration, 217 , APPLICATION to file document (Exhibit 2, 8, 19 to Opening Claim Construction Brief) under seal 216 served on August 20, 2021. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 08/23/2021) (3)
Aug 23, 2021	220	MINUTES (IN CHAMBERS) ORDER GRANTING PLAINTIFFS' APPLICATION FOR LEAVE TO SEAL PORTIONS OF EXHIBITS 2, 8, AND 19 TO PLAINTIFFS' OPENING CLAIM CONSTRUCTION BRIEF by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: The Court hereby GRANTS Plaintiff's Application 216 and orders that the clerk file under seal: (1) The unredacted version of Exhibit 2 to Plaintiffs' Opening Claim Construction Brief; (2) The unredacted version of Exhibit 8 to Plaintiffs' Opening Claim Construction Brief; and (3) The unredacted version of Exhibit 19 to Plaintiffs' Opening Claim Construction Brief. The Court additionally orders that any time the redacted information is referenced by the parties in the future, the parties must file such reference under seal in a manner that complies with Local Rule 79-5. Court Reporter: N/A. (gk) (Entered: 08/24/2021) (2)
Aug 20, 2021	215	BRIEF filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. OPENING CLAIM CONSTRUCTIOIN BRIEF (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Bloch, # 2 Exhibit A, # 3 Exhibit B, # 4 Exhibit C, # 5 Exhibit D, # 6 Exhibit E, # 7 Exhibit F, # 8 Exhibit G, # 9 Exhibit H, # 10 Exhibit I, # 11 Exhibit J, # 12 Exhibit K, # 13 Exhibit L, # 14 Exhibit M, # 15 Exhibit N, # 16 Exhibit O)(Bloch, David) (Entered: 08/20/2021) (0)
Aug 20, 2021	216	APPLICATION to file document (Exhibit 2, 8, 19 to Opening Claim Construction Brief) under seal filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order, # 2 Redacted Document, # 3 Redacted Document, # 4 Redacted Document)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 08/20/2021) (0)
Aug 20, 2021	217	SEALED DECLARATION IN SUPPORT OF APPLICATION to file document (Exhibit 2, 8, 19 to Opening Claim Construction Brief) under seal 216 filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. (Attachments: # 1 Unredacted Document, # 2 Unredacted Document, # 3 Unredacted Document)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 08/20/2021) (0)
Aug 20, 2021	218	BRIEF filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. Opening Claim Construction Brief (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Donald L. Ridge in Support of Plaintiffs' Opening Claim Construction Brief, # 2 Exhibit 1, # 3 Exhibit 2, # 4 Exhibit 3, # 5 Exhibit 4, # 6 Exhibit 5, # 7 Exhibit 6, # 8 Exhibit 7, # 9 Exhibit 8, # 10 Exhibit 9, # 11 Exhibit 10, # 12 Exhibit 11, # 13 Exhibit 12, # 14 Exhibit 13, # 15 Exhibit 14, # 16 Exhibit 15, # 17 Exhibit 16, # 18 Exhibit 17, # 19 Exhibit 18, # 20 Exhibit 19, # 21 Exhibit 20, # 22 Exhibit 21, # 23 Exhibit 22, # 24 Exhibit 23, # 25 Exhibit 24, # 26 Exhibit 25)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 08/20/2021) (0)
Aug 16, 2021	214	TRANSCRIPT ORDER as to Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC for Court Reporter. Court will contact Amanda Melhado-Burke at amelhadoburke@clarkhill.com with further instructions regarding this order. Transcript preparation will not begin until payment has been satisfied with the court reporter. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 08/16/2021) (2)
Aug 13, 2021	213	NOTICE TO FILER OF DEFICIENCIES in Electronically Filed Documents RE: Amendment (Motion related), 210 . The following error(s) was/were found: Hearing information is missing, incorrect, or not timely. Incorrect event selected. Correct event to be used is: Applications/Ex Parte Applications/Motions/ Petitions/Requests > Amend/Correct. The filer used the event, Responses/ Replies/Other Motion Related Documents > Amendment (Motion related), for docketing this filing. In response to this notice, the Court may: (1) order an amended or correct document to be filed; (2) order the document stricken; or (3) take other action as the Court deems appropriate. You need not take any action in response to this notice unless and until the Court directs you to do so. (gk) (Entered: 08/13/2021) (2)
Aug 12, 2021	212	MINUTES (IN CHAMBERS) ORDER DISMISSING MOTION by Magistrate Judge Michael R. Wilner. (See Minute Order for details) 184 Motion to Supplement; dismissing 195 Motion to Compel (vm) (Entered: 08/12/2021) (1)
Aug 10, 2021	210	Amendment to NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Dismiss Defendants The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB 152 UNOPPOSED MOTION TO AMEND CASE CAPTION filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration, # 2 Exhibit, # 3 Proposed Order)(Bloch, David) (Entered: 08/10/2021) (0)
Aug 10, 2021	211	NOTICE Further Joint Notice Regarding PTAB Action filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A)(Bloch, David) (Entered: 08/10/2021) (0)
Aug 6, 2021	209	ORDER by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. Granting Application of Non-Resident Attorney Brian J. Prew to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Defendants Kretek International, Inc., Dryft Sciences, LLC, The Art Factory AB, and TillCe AB, designating Colin W. Fraser as local counsel 86 . (gk) (Entered: 08/09/2021) (1)
Aug 2, 2021	208	ORDER GRANTING JOINT STIPULATION REGARDING CLAIM CONSTRUCTION 207 by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. See document for details. (gk) (Entered: 08/03/2021) (2)
Jul 29, 2021	207	Joint Stipulation Regarding Claim Construction filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH and The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB, Kretek International, Inc. and Dryft Sciences, LLC (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order Granting Joint Stipulation Regarding Claim Construction)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 07/29/2021) (0)
Jul 7, 2021	205	TRANSCRIPT for proceedings held on 7/1/21. Court Reporter/Electronic Court Recorder: EXCEPTIONAL REPORTING SERVICES, phone number 361-949-2988. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Electronic Court Recorder before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. Notice of Intent to Redact due within 7 days of this date. Redaction Request due 7/28/2021. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 8/9/2021. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 10/5/2021. (jlo) (Entered: 07/07/2021) (44)
Jul 7, 2021	206	NOTICE OF FILING TRANSCRIPT filed for proceedings 7/1/21 re Transcript 205 THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (jlo) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 07/07/2021) (0)
Jul 2, 2021	203	TRANSCRIPT ORDER as to Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH for Court Smart (CS). Court will contact Amanda Melhado-Burke at amelhadoburke@clarkhill.com with further instructions regarding this order. Transcript preparation will not begin until payment has been satisfied with the transcription company. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 07/02/2021) (2)
Jul 2, 2021	204	Joint Claim Construction and Prehearing Statement filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH and The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB, Kretek International, Inc. and Dryft Sciences, LLC re: Order,,,, Set/Reset Deadlines/Hearings,,, 162 (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 07/02/2021) (0)
Jul 1, 2021	202	MINUTES OF Motion Hearing held before Magistrate Judge Michael R. Wilner. The Court held a hearing on the pending discovery motion. Plaintiffs may submit a supplemental brief as discussed during the hearing if they wish to pursue the motion further. Court Recorder: ZoomGov 7/1/2021. (vm) (Entered: 07/01/2021) (1)
Jun 28, 2021	201	Opposition Opposition re: MOTION to Compel Production of Documents 195 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Michael Froch, # 2 Declaration of David S. Bloch, # 3 Exhibit A - Plaintiffs Second Requests for Production of Documents to Dryft Sciences, LLC, # 4 Exhibit B - Plaintiffs Second Requests for Production of Documents to Kretek International, Inc., # 5 Exhibit C - June 3, 2021 Correspondence)(Fraser, Colin) (Entered: 06/28/2021) (0)
Jun 27, 2021	200	ORDER by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr: granting 197 199 Non-Resident Attorney Giancarlo L. Scaccia APPLICATION to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Dryft Sciences, LLC and for Kretek International, Inc., designating Colin W. Fraser as local counsel. (lom) (Entered: 06/28/2021) (1)
Jun 23, 2021	198	NOTICE of Deficiency in Electronically Filed Pro Hac Vice Application RE: APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Giancarlo L. Scaccia to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc. (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $500 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-31506811) 197 . The following error(s) was/were found: Local Rule 83-2.1.3.3(b) Proposed order not attached. (lt) (Entered: 06/23/2021) (1)
Jun 23, 2021	199	Corrected APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Giancarlo L. Scaccia to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc. (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $500 Previously Paid on 6/22/2021, Receipt No. 31506811) filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order) (Fraser, Colin) (Entered: 06/23/2021) (0)
Jun 22, 2021	197	APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Giancarlo L. Scaccia to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc. (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $500 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-31506811) filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Fraser, Colin) (Entered: 06/22/2021) (6)
Jun 21, 2021	195	NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Compel Production of Documents filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. Motion set for hearing on 7/1/2021 at 09:30 AM before Magistrate Judge Michael R. Wilner. (Attachments: # 1 Appendix, # 2 Declaration Declaration of Donald Ridge in Supporting of Notice of Motion, Memorandum Supporting Plaintiffs' Motion to Compel, # 3 Exhibit A- Dryft Sciences, LLC's Objections and Responses to Plaintiffs' First Set of Requests for the Production of Documents & Things (Nos. 1-23), # 4 Exhibit B- Kretek International Inc.'s Objections and Responses to Plaintiffs' First Set of Requests for Production of Documents and Things (Nos. 1-24), # 5 Exhibit C- The Art Factory AB's Objections and Responses to Plaintiffs' First Set of Requests for the Production of Documents and Things ( Nos. 1-15), # 6 Exhibit D- Tillce's AB's Objections and Responses to Plaintiffs' First Set of Requests for the Production of Documents and Things (Nos. 1-15), # 7 Exhibit E- Trademark Assignment Cover Sheet, # 8 Exhibit F- Email Correspondence to Magistrate Wilner, # 9 Exhibit G- Transcript Court Hearing Proceeding June 14, 2021, # 10 Declaration Declaration of Donald Ridge in Support of Attorneys' Fees Pursuant to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 26(c)(3) and 37(a)(5))(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 06/21/2021) (0)
Jun 18, 2021	191	TRANSCRIPT for proceedings held on 5/11/21. Court Reporter/Electronic Court Recorder: EXCEPTIONAL REPORTING SERVICES, phone number 361-949-2988. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Electronic Court Recorder before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. Notice of Intent to Redact due within 7 days of this date. Redaction Request due 7/9/2021. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/19/2021. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 9/16/2021. (jlo) (Entered: 06/21/2021) (61)
Jun 18, 2021	192	TRANSCRIPT for proceedings held on 6/1/21. Court Reporter/Electronic Court Recorder: EXCEPTIONAL REPORTING SERVICES, phone number 361-949-2988. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Electronic Court Recorder before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. Notice of Intent to Redact due within 7 days of this date. Redaction Request due 7/9/2021. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/19/2021. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 9/16/2021. (jlo) (Entered: 06/21/2021) (17)
Jun 18, 2021	193	TRANSCRIPT for proceedings held on 6/14/21. Court Reporter/Electronic Court Recorder: EXCEPTIONAL REPORTING SERVICES, phone number 361-949-2988. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Electronic Court Recorder before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. Notice of Intent to Redact due within 7 days of this date. Redaction Request due 7/9/2021. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/19/2021. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 9/16/2021. (jlo) (Entered: 06/21/2021) (17)
Jun 18, 2021	194	NOTICE OF FILING TRANSCRIPT filed for proceedings 5/11/21, 6/1/21, 6/14/21 re Transcript 191 , 192 , 193 THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (jlo) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 06/21/2021) (0)
Jun 18, 2021	196	MINUTE ORDER GRANTING MOTION TO DISMISS by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: There is no evidence that Defendants The Art Factory AB or TillCe AB conducted any act aimed at California sufficient to confer personal jurisdiction under the stream-of-commerce-plus approach. Nor does personal jurisdiction lie under Rule 4(k)(2). Because this deficiency cannot be cured, the Court GRANTS the motion to dismiss as to Defendants The Art Factory AB and TillCe AB 152 without leave to amend. Court Reporter: N/A. (gk) (Entered: 06/21/2021) (12)
Jun 16, 2021	189	TEXT ONLY ENTRY: The parties are advised that the Court has updated its standing orders effective June 15, 2021 (i.e., Standing Order for Civil Cases Assigned to Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr., Mandatory Scheduling Conference (MSC) Order, Order Re: Motions for Summary Judgment, Pretrial and Trial Order). These orders apply to all pending cases, except as follows: (1) the updated Order Re: Motions for Summary Judgment (MSJ) does not apply to any MSJ filed on or before July 27, 2021; and (2) the updated Pretrial and Trial Order does not apply to any case with a pretrial conference set on or before July 22, 2021. The parties are directed to read and comply with all these standing orders except as noted in the prior sentence. THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (rrey) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 06/16/2021) (0)
Jun 16, 2021	190	TRANSCRIPT ORDER as to Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC for Court Smart (CS). Court will contact Amanda Melhado-Burke at amelhadoburke@clarkhill.com with further instructions regarding this order. Transcript preparation will not begin until payment has been satisfied with the transcription company. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 06/16/2021) (2)
Jun 14, 2021	188	MINUTES OF Status Conference held before Magistrate Judge Michael R. Wilner. Plaintiffs may submit a brief by June 21, 2021. Any response should be filed by June 28, 2021. The briefs may not exceed 10 pages. The motion is set for July 1, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. (See Minute Order for further details) Court Recorder: ZoomGov 6/14/2021. (vm) (Entered: 06/15/2021) (1)
Jun 12, 2021	187	MINUTES (IN CHAMBERS) ORDER GRANTING UNOPPOSED MOTION TO CONTINUE MARKMAN HEARING BY ONE WEEK by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: The Court GRANTS Plaintiffs' motion for continuance 166 and sets the Markman hearing for 10/1/2021 at 8:30 AM. This order does not affect any other dates or deadlines. Court Reporter: N/A. (gk) (Entered: 06/14/2021) (1)
Jun 11, 2021	186	MINUTE ORDER DENYING MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: Kretek's motion for summary judgment 146 is DENIED in its entirety. Any evidentiary objections not addressed in this order were not considered and are accordingly DENIED AS MOOT. See document for further details. Court Reporter: N/A. (gk) (Entered: 06/14/2021) (7)
Jun 10, 2021	185	SCHEDULING NOTICE by Magistrate Judge Michael R. Wilner. Status Conference set for June 14, 2021 at 11:00 AM. THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (vm) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 06/10/2021) (0)
Jun 9, 2021	184	NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Supplement to Stipulation for Protective Order re Stipulation for Protective Order,, 154 filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. Motion set for hearing on 6/1/2021 at 11:00 AM before Magistrate Judge Michael R. Wilner. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 06/09/2021) (2)
Jun 4, 2021	182	TRANSCRIPT for proceedings held on 5/28/21 9:22 am. Court Reporter/Electronic Court Recorder: Katie Thibodeaux, CSR, RPR, CRR, phone number ktbdx@aol.com. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Electronic Court Recorder before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. Notice of Intent to Redact due within 7 days of this date. Redaction Request due 6/25/2021. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/6/2021. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 9/2/2021. (Thibodeaux, Elizabeth) (Entered: 06/04/2021) (24)
Jun 4, 2021	183	NOTICE OF FILING TRANSCRIPT filed for proceedings 5/28/21 9:22 am re Transcript 182 THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (Thibodeaux, Elizabeth) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 06/04/2021) (0)
Jun 2, 2021	180	TRANSCRIPT ORDER as to Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB for Court Smart (CS). Court will contact Jessi Knight at knightj@gtlaw.com with further instructions regarding this order. Transcript preparation will not begin until payment has been satisfied with the transcription company. (Bloch, David) (Entered: 06/02/2021) (2)
Jun 1, 2021	176	MINUTES OF ORDER ENTERING PROTECTIVE ORDER held before Magistrate Judge Michael R. Wilner. The Court conducted a second hearing in this patent action regarding the entry of a protective order. After reviewing the original request (Docket # 154) and the parties supplemental briefs (emailed to chambers, and to be filed promptly on the docket), the Court concludes that the version of the proposed order that Plaintiffs submitted (Docket # 154-1) will be entered. Per our extended discussion, Plaintiffs may request reasonable fees associated with this motion under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 26(c)(3) and 37(a)(5). Their position will be due by June 11. The Court will provide further guidance afterreviewing Plaintiffs submission. (See Minute Order for further details) Court Recorder: ZoomGov 6/1/2021. (vm) (Entered: 06/01/2021) (2)
Jun 1, 2021	177	REPLY filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH to Stipulation for Protective Order,, 154 Plaintiffs' Update Regarding Disagreement as to Prosecution Bar (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 06/01/2021) (9)
Jun 1, 2021	178	PROTECTIVE ORDER by Magistrate Judge Michael R. Wilner. (vm) (Entered: 06/01/2021) (27)
Jun 1, 2021	179	RESPONSE filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.to Reply, 177 Defendants Kretek International, Inc.'s and Dryft Sciences, LLC's Response to Plaintiffs' "Update" (Bloch, David) (Entered: 06/01/2021) (4)
May 28, 2021	174	MEMORANDUM in Support of NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Dismiss Defendants The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB 152 Plaintiffs' Memorandum in Support of Plaintiffs' Opposition to Defendants' Motion to Dismiss filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 05/28/2021) (3)
May 28, 2021	175	SUPPLEMENT to NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Dismiss Defendants The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB 152 1-page list of record evidence supporting tentative ruling filed by Defendants The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. (Bloch, David) (Entered: 05/28/2021) (3)
May 28, 2021	181	MINUTES OF VTC Motion Hearing held before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. RE: Motion to Dismiss 152 . The parties presented argument. The Court permitted a one-page supplemental filing by the end of the day. Court Reporter: Katie Thibodeaux. (gk) (Entered: 06/03/2021) (1)
May 27, 2021	173	SCHEDULING NOTICE by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr re: NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Dismiss Defendants The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB 152 . The Court reschedules the time of the hearing on said motion set for 5/28/2021 from 8:30 AM to 09:00 AM to be conducted via Zoom webinar before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr. The clerk shall provide the Zoom contact information.THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (vcr) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 05/27/2021) (0)
May 20, 2021	172	NOTICE filed by DEFENDANTS Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. JOINT NOTICE REGARDING PTAB ACTION (Bloch, David) (Entered: 05/20/2021) (14)
May 19, 2021	171	SCHEDULING NOTICE by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. The Court VACATES the hearing in re the MOTION for Summary Judgment as to First Amended Complaint filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., Dkt. No. 146, set for hearing on 5/21/2021. If the Court determines that a hearing is necessary, one will be reset at a later date. THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (vcr) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 05/19/2021) (0)
May 18, 2021	168	NOTICE TO FILER OF DEFICIENCIES in Electronically Filed Documents RE: NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Order for to Modify Scheduling Order to Move Markman Hearing by One Week 166 . The following error(s) was/were found: Hearing information is missing, incorrect, or not timely. The title page of the Motion reflects a hearing date of 6/18/2021 at 8:30 AM, however, the filer has not placed this matter on calendar for that hearing date. In response to this notice, the Court may: (1) order an amended or correct document to be filed; (2) order the document stricken; or (3) take other action as the Court deems appropriate. You need not take any action in response to this notice unless and until the Court directs you to do so. (gk) (Entered: 05/18/2021) (2)
May 18, 2021	169	NOTICE OF MOTION re NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Order for to Modify Scheduling Order to Move Markman Hearing by One Week 166 filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. Motion set for hearing on 6/18/2021 at 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr.. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 05/18/2021) (3)
May 18, 2021	170	ORDER by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. Granting Application of Non-Resident Attorney Vivian S. Kuo to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Defendants The Art Factory AB, TillCe AB, Kretek International, Inc., and Dryft Sciences, LLC, designating Colin W. Fraser as local counsel 161 . (gk) (Entered: 05/19/2021) (1)
May 14, 2021	166	NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Order for to Modify Scheduling Order to Move Markman Hearing by One Week filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Donald Ridge in Support of Plaintiffs' Unopposed Motion to Modify Scheduling Order to Move Markman Hearing by One Week, # 2 Proposed Order) (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 05/14/2021) (0)
May 14, 2021	167	REPLY in support of NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Dismiss Defendants The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB 152 filed by Defendants The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. (Bloch, David) (Entered: 05/14/2021) (20)
May 11, 2021	165	MINUTES OF Motion for Protective Order held before Magistrate Judge Michael R. Wilner. The Court conferred with the parties. The Court sets a further video status conference on June 1, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Court Recorder: ZoomGov 5/11/2021. (vm) (Entered: 05/11/2021) (1)
May 7, 2021	163	MEMORANDUM in Opposition to NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Dismiss Defendants The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB 152 filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Donald Ridge in Support of Plaintiff's Memorandum of Points and Authorities in Opposition to Defendant's Motion to Dismiss, # 2 Exhibit "A" to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 3 Exhibit "B" to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 4 Proposed Order)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 05/07/2021) (0)
May 7, 2021	164	REPLY in Support NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Summary Judgment as to First Amended Complaint 146 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Colin W. Fraser, # 2 Exhibit A, # 3 Exhibit B, # 4 Objections to Declaration of Jaimison Schellenger, # 5 Response to Statement of Undisputed Facts)(Fraser, Colin) (Entered: 05/07/2021) (0)
May 6, 2021	162	ORDER GRANTING JOINT STIPULATION TO MODIFY SCHEDULING ORDER by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: The parties' Stipulation 155 is hereby GRANTED. Markman Hearing is re-scheduled for 9/24/2021 at 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr. The schedule for events preceding the Markman hearing is amended. Completion of Claim Construction Discovery 8/6/2021. Opening Markman Briefs due 08/20/2021. Responsive Markman Briefs due 9/10/2021. The clerical error in the April 17, 2021 Order is hereby corrected. The deadline for close of expert discovery will be 2/18/2022, and the discovery hearing motion deadline is 2/18/2022. The deadline for production related to reliance upon advice of counsel is hereby set for 9/13/2021, and the deadline amended contentions on issues for which the party bears the burden of proof is hereby set for 10/15/2021. (gk) (Entered: 05/06/2021) (2)
May 5, 2021	161	APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Vivian S. Kuo to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $500 Previously Paid on 3/26/2021, Receipt No. 30989633) filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order) (Fraser, Colin) (Entered: 05/05/2021) (0)
May 4, 2021	160	NOTICE OF LODGING filed re MEMORANDUM in Opposition to Motion,,,,,, 156 (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 05/04/2021) (7)
May 3, 2021	157	NOTICE OF LODGING filed re NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Summary Judgment as to First Amended Complaint 146 (Chiao, Ching) (Entered: 05/03/2021) (2)
May 3, 2021	158	MINUTE (IN CHAMBERS) ORDER RE: MOTION FOR PROTECTIVE ORDER by Magistrate Judge Michael R. Wilner. This matter is set for an informal video conference on Tuesday, May 11, at 2 pm. (See Minute Order for further details) (vm) (Entered: 05/03/2021) (1)
May 3, 2021	159	NOTICE OF LODGING filed re MEMORANDUM in Opposition to Motion,,,,,, 156 (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 05/03/2021) (0)
Apr 30, 2021	154	STIPULATION for Protective Order filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit A - Plaintiffs' Proposed Protective Order, # 2 Exhibit Exhibit B - Defendants' Proposed Protective Order, # 3 Exhibit Exhibit C - Redline Comparison Between Proposed Orders, # 4 Exhibit Exhibit D - Declaration of Jason Carignan In Support of Prosecution Bar, # 5 Exhibit Exhibit E - Patent Local Rule 2-2 Interim Model Protective Order)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 04/30/2021) (0)
Apr 30, 2021	155	STIPULATION to Reschedule Modify Scheduling Order filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 04/30/2021) (0)
Apr 30, 2021	156	MEMORANDUM in Opposition to NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Summary Judgment as to First Amended Complaint 146 filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 STATEMENT OF GENUINE DISPUTES IN SUPPORT, # 2 Declaration OF JAIMISON SCHELLENGER, # 3 Declaration OF DONALD RIDGE, # 4 Exhibit A to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 5 Exhibit B to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 6 Exhibit C to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 7 Exhibit D to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 8 Exhibit E to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 9 Exhibit F to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 10 Exhibit G to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 11 Exhibit H to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 12 Exhibit I to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 13 Exhibit J to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 14 Exhibit K to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 15 Exhibit L to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 16 Exhibit M to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 17 Exhibit N to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 18 Exhibit O to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 19 Exhibit P to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 20 Exhibit Q to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 21 Exhibit R to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 22 Exhibit S to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 23 Exhibit T to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 24 Exhibit U to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 25 Exhibit V to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 26 Exhibit W to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 27 Exhibit X to Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 28 Exhibit Y to Declaration of Donald Ridge)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 04/30/2021) (0)
Apr 26, 2021	151	NOTICE of Interested Parties filed by Defendant Tillce AB, (Bloch, David) (Entered: 04/26/2021) (2)
Apr 26, 2021	152	NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Dismiss Defendants The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB filed by Defendants The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. Motion set for hearing on 5/28/2021 at 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration Declaration of David S. Block Defendants TillCe AB and TAF AB's Motion to Dismiss, # 2 Proposed Order [Proposed] Order Granting Defendants TillCe AB and TAF AB's Motion to Dismiss) (Bloch, David) (Entered: 04/26/2021) (0)
Apr 26, 2021	153	MINUTES - IN CHAMBERS by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: The Court strikes the APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Vivian S. Kuo to Appear Pro Hae Vice on behalf of Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc. 143 , without prejudice to refiling upon compliance with, "Local Rule 5-4.4.2 Submission of Word-Processing Versions of Proposed Orders. After a document requiring a judge's signature has been lodged in accordance with L.R. 5-4.4.1, a WordPerfect or Microsoft Word copy of the proposed document, along with a PDF copy of the electronically filed main document, shall be e-mailed to the assigned judge's generic chambers e-mail address using the CM/ECF System." Court Reporter: Not Present. (gk) (Entered: 04/27/2021) (1)
Apr 21, 2021	150	NOTICE TO FILER OF DEFICIENCIES in Electronically Filed Documents RE: Statement (Motion related) 147 . The following error(s) was/were found: This document tendered for the judge's approval should have been submitted as a separate PDF attachment to the Motion, document number 146, or a Notice of Lodging, Local Rule 5-4.4.1. In response to this notice, the Court may: (1) order an amended or correct document to be filed; (2) order the document stricken; or (3) take other action as the Court deems appropriate. You need not take any action in response to this notice unless and until the Court directs you to do so. (gk) (Entered: 04/21/2021) (2)
Apr 19, 2021	148	ANSWER to Amended Complaint/Petition 144 with JURY DEMAND filed by Defendant Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc..(Bloch, David) (Entered: 04/19/2021) (17)
Apr 17, 2021	149	MINUTES (IN CHAMBERS) CASE MANAGEMENT ORDER by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: The DOE defendants remaining after 4/30/2021 are dismissed by operation of this Order and without further notice. Given the uncertainty over when the PTAB will resolve the IPR petition's procedural defects, the Court determines it appropriate to resume full discovery and allow this case to proceed fully. The parties should alert the Court within three days of any action by the PTAB regarding the pending petition and indicate whether the stay request will be renewed. The Court adopts the proposed pretrial and trial schedule in this order, including the proposed claim construction timeline leading up to a 7/26/2021 Markman hearing. Jury Trial set for 7/25/2022 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr. Final Pretrial Conference and Hearing on Motions in Limine set for 7/1/2022 11:00 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr. Motion to Amend Pleadings/Add Parties (Hearing Deadline) 4/30/2021. Markman Hearing set on 7/26/2021 at 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr. Non-Expert Discovery cut-off 11/5/2021. Discovery Motion Hearing Deadline 2/18/2021. Non-Discovery Motion Hearing Deadline 4/8/2022. Settlement Conference Deadline 4/22/2022. Post-Settlement Status Conference set for 5/6/2022 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr. Status Report due by 5/3/2022. Trial Filings (First Set) Deadline 6/03/2022. Trial Filings (Second Set) Deadline 6/17/2022. See document for further details. Court Reporter: N/A. (gk) (Entered: 04/20/2021) (4)
Apr 16, 2021	146	NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Summary Judgment as to First Amended Complaint filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. Motion set for hearing on 5/21/2021 at 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr.. (Attachments: # 1 Memorandum of Points and Authorities in Support of Motion for Summary Judgment, # 2 Declaration of David Block in Support of Motion for Summary Judgment, # 3 Exhibit A, # 4 Exhibit B, # 5 Exhibit C, # 6 Exhibit D, # 7 Exhibit E, # 8 Exhibit F, # 9 Exhibit G, # 10 Exhibit H, # 11 Exhibit I, # 12 Exhibit J, # 13 Exhibit K, # 14 Exhibit L, # 15 Exhibit M, # 16 Exhibit N, # 17 Exhibit O, # 18 Proposed Order) (Fraser, Colin) (Entered: 04/16/2021) (0)
Apr 16, 2021	147	STATEMENT of Undisputed Facts in Support of NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Summary Judgment as to First Amended Complaint 146 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Fraser, Colin) (Entered: 04/16/2021) (4)
Apr 9, 2021	145	STATUS REPORT Joint Status Report filed by Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 04/09/2021) (5)
Apr 5, 2021	144	First AMENDED COMPLAINT against Defendants All Defendants amending Complaint (Attorney Civil Case Opening) 1 , filed by Plaintiffs Swedish Match North America LLC, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, WM17 Holding GMBH, NYZ AB(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 04/05/2021) (15)
Apr 5, 2021	144	Amended Complaint* (1)
Mar 26, 2021	143	[DOCUMENT STRICKEN PER CIVIL MINUTES OF 4/26/2021, SEE DOCKET NO. 153] APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Vivian S. Kuo to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc. (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $500 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-30989633) filed by defendant Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order) (Fraser, Colin) Modified on 4/27/2021 (gk). (Entered: 03/26/2021) (0)
Mar 18, 2021	142	MINUTES (IN CHAMBERS) ORDER DENYING MOTION TO STAY WITHOUT PREJUDICE by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: The Court exercises its discretion and DENIES Defendants' motion to stay case pending resolution of an IPR petition 125 WITHOUT PREJUDICE. Defendants may file a renewed motion to stay in the event the PTAB grants the co-petitioner leave to remove itself from the IPR petition. In the meantime, the parties may continue to conduct discovery, limited to personal jurisdiction and the previous settlement agreement's release provision (in that order), until further direction from the Court. The parties are ORDERED to file a joint report updating the Court as to the status of the IPR petition and discovery by 4/9/2021. Court Reporter: N/A. (gk) (Entered: 03/18/2021) (2)
Mar 15, 2021	141	ORDER by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. Granting Application of Non-Resident Attorney Elliott T. LaParne to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs Pinkerton Tobacco, Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC and NYZ AB, designating Donald L. Ridge as local counsel 138 . (gk) (Entered: 03/15/2021) (1)
Mar 12, 2021	140	RESPONSE filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce ABto Order on Motion for Leave,, 136 DEFENDANTS' RESPONSE TO SUR-REPLY RE: MOTION TO STAY [ECF 136] (Attachments: # 1 Declaration)(Bloch, David) (Entered: 03/12/2021) (0)
Mar 10, 2021	138	APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Elliott T. LaParne to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $500 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-30894809) filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order [Proposed] Order on Application of Non-Resident Attorney to Appear in a Specific Case Pro Hac Vice) (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 03/10/2021) (0)
Mar 10, 2021	139	Notice of Appearance or Withdrawal of Counsel: for attorney Donald L. Ridge counsel for Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. Adding Erik R. Puknys as counsel of record for Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP; Swedish Match North America LLC; NYZ AB for the reason indicated in the G-123 Notice. Filed by Plaintiffs Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP; Swedish Match North America LLC; NYZ AB. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 03/10/2021) (2)
Mar 9, 2021	137	OPPOSITION to NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Stay Case pending Resolution of IPR Petition 125 filed by Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Donald L. Ridge, # 2 Exhibit 1)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 03/09/2021) (0)
Mar 8, 2021	136	MINUTES (IN CHAMBERS) ORDER GRANTING EX PARTE APPLICATION TO FILE SUR-REPLY, AND CONTINUING HEARING FOR MOTION TO STAY by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: The Court GRANTS Plaintiffs' ex parte application for leave to respond to Defendants' reply to motion to stay 134 and directs Plaintiffs to file the proposed sur-reply to the docket. Defendants are hereby ORDERED to file a response, not to exceed three pages, by 3/12/2021. Alternatively, Defendants may withdraw their motion to stay 125 by that date. To accommodate the need for additional briefing, the Court CONTINUES the hearing for the motion to stay to 3/19/2021 at 8:30 AM. Court Reporter: N/A. (gk) (Entered: 03/08/2021) (1)
Mar 3, 2021	135	OPPOSITION re: EX PARTE APPLICATION to Leave for Plaintiffs to Respond to Defendants' Reply to Motion to Stay Ex Parte Application for Leave for Plaintiffs to Respond to Defendants Reply to Motion to Stay 134 DEFENDANTS' OPPOSITION TO EX PARTE APPLICATION TO FILE SUR-REPLY 134 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. (Bloch, David) (Entered: 03/03/2021) (3)
Mar 1, 2021	134	EX PARTE APPLICATION to Leave for Plaintiffs to Respond to Defendants' Reply to Motion to Stay Ex Parte Application for Leave for Plaintiffs to Respond to Defendants Reply to Motion to Stay filed by Plaintiffs Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration Declaration of Donald Ridge in Support of Plaintiff's Ex Parte Application for Leave for Plaintiff's to Respond to Defendants Reply to Motion to Stay, # 2 Exhibit Exhibit 1- February 25, 2021 Email re. Statutory Bars, # 3 Exhibit Exhibit 2 - Proposed Sur-Reply in Opposition to Defendants' Motion to Stay Pending Resolution of IPR Petition, # 4 Exhibit Exhibit 3- March 1, 2021 Email re. Ex Parte Notice, # 5 Proposed Order [Proposed] Order Granting Plaintiffs' Ex-Parte Application for Leave for Plaintiffs to Respond to Defendants' Reply to Motion to Stay) (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 03/01/2021) (0)
Feb 26, 2021	133	REPLY in support of NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Stay Case pending Resolution of IPR Petition 125 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. (Bloch, David) (Entered: 02/26/2021) (13)
Feb 25, 2021	130	MINUTE ORDER [In Chambers] by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. The Court strikes the AMENDED DOCUMENT filed by Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP., Dkt. No. 128 , without prejudice to refiling upon correction of the deficiencies, see Dkt. No. 129 . (lom) (Entered: 02/25/2021) (1)
Feb 25, 2021	131	NOTICE OF ERRATA filed by Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. correcting Objection/Opposition (Motion related),,,,, 126 (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/25/2021) (3)
Feb 25, 2021	132	EXHIBIT Filed filed by Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. Corrected Exhibit 13 as to Objection/Opposition (Motion related),,,,, 126 . (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/25/2021) (1)
Feb 24, 2021	129	NOTICE TO FILER OF DEFICIENCIES in Electronically Filed Documents RE: Amended Document (Non-Motion) 128 . The following error(s) was/were found: Title page is missing. In response to this notice, the Court may: (1) order an amended or correct document to be filed; (2) order the document stricken; or (3) take other action as the Court deems appropriate. You need not take any action in response to this notice unless and until the Court directs you to do so. (gk) (Entered: 02/24/2021) (1)
Feb 22, 2021	127	NOTICE OF ERRATA filed by Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. correcting Objection/Opposition (Motion related),,,,, 126 (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/22/2021) (3)
Feb 22, 2021	128	STRICKEN, see docket entry no. 130- AMENDED DOCUMENT filed by Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. Amendment to Objection/Opposition (Motion related),,,,, 126 Exhibit 13- "January 27, 2021 Email Regarding Proposed Protective Order" (Ridge, Donald) Modified on 2/25/2021 (lom). (Entered: 02/22/2021) (10)
Feb 19, 2021	126	Opposition In Opposition to re: NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Stay Case pending Resolution of IPR Petition 125 Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP et al filed by Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration Dkt. 126-1 Declaration of Donald Ridge, # 2 Exhibit 126-2 Ex.1- September 17, 2019 Press Release, # 3 Exhibit 126-3 Ex. 2- Kretek's and Dryft Sciences' Answer to ITC Complaint, # 4 Exhibit 126-4 Ex. 3 - Complaints' May 22, 2020 Document Production Email, # 5 Exhibit 126-5 Ex. 4- Respondents' May 15, 2020 Document Production Email, # 6 Exhibit 126-6 Ex. 5 - Respondents' June 9, 2020 Response to Motion to Terminate, # 7 Exhibit 126-7 Ex. 6- November 3, 2020 Press Release, # 8 Exhibit 126.8 Ex. 7- Plaintiffs' Disclosure of Asserted Claims & Infringement Contentions, # 9 Exhibit 126-9 Ex. 8- UK Patent Application, # 10 Exhibit 126-10 Ex. 9 - French Patent 2792200, # 11 Exhibit 126-11 Ex. 10- Excerpts from Certified File History, # 12 Exhibit 126-12 Ex. 11- U.S. Patent Publication, # 13 Exhibit 126-13 Ex. 12- U.S. Patent Publication (Brinkley-809), # 14 Exhibit 126-14 Ex. 13- January 27, 2021 Email Regarding Proposed Protective Order, # 15 Proposed Order 126-15 [Proposed] Order Denying Defendants' Motion to Stay Pending Resolution of IPR Petition)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/19/2021) (0)
Feb 2, 2021	125	NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Stay Case pending Resolution of IPR Petition filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. Motion set for hearing on 3/12/2021 at 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration, # 2 Proposed Order) (Bloch, David) (Entered: 02/02/2021) (0)
Jan 28, 2021	122	MINUTE ORDER RE: MOTION TO DISMISS (DKT. NO. 98 ) by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. Thus, the Court DENIES the Rule 12(b)(1) motion. See order for details. (lom) (Entered: 01/28/2021) (8)
Jan 28, 2021	124	MINUTES (IN CHAMBERS) CASE MANAGEMENT ORDER RE: INITIAL DISCOVERY by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: The Court has reviewed the parties' the Joint Rule 26(f) report 107 and supplemental filing. The Court has decided not to issue a complete case management order until it considers further the forthcoming request for a stay pending inter partes review. In the meantime, the parties are instructed to conduct limited discovery on two issues--(1) whether personal jurisdiction exists over Defendants TillCe AB and The Art Factory AB, and (2) whether the parties' previous settlement agreement's release provision bars this matter--which they should continue to do until the Court instructs otherwise. The parties may conduct discovery pertaining to these two issues until 3/22/2021. Any disputes over jurisdictional discovery shall be directed to the assigned Magistrate Judge. Plaintiffs are granted leave, once jurisdictional discovery is complete, to file an amended complaint. The amended complaint shall be filed by 4/5/2021. Any motion for summary judgment based on the release provision will be heard on 5/21/2021 at 8:30 AM. See document for further details. Court Reporter: N/A. (gk) (Entered: 01/29/2021) (2)
Jan 27, 2021	120	TRANSCRIPT for proceedings held on 01/22/21 10:05 am. Court Reporter/Electronic Court Recorder: Katie Thibodeaux, CSR, RPR, CRR, phone number ktbdx@aol.com. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Electronic Court Recorder before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. Notice of Intent to Redact due within 7 days of this date. Redaction Request due 2/17/2021. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 3/1/2021. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 4/27/2021. (Thibodeaux, Elizabeth) (Entered: 01/27/2021) (21)
Jan 27, 2021	121	NOTICE OF FILING TRANSCRIPT filed for proceedings 01/22/21 10:05 am re Transcript 120 THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (Thibodeaux, Elizabeth) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 01/27/2021) (0)
Jan 25, 2021	119	TRANSCRIPT ORDER as to Plaintiffs Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP for Court Reporter. Court will contact Amanda Melhado-Burke at amelhadoburke@clarkhill.com with further instructions regarding this order. Transcript preparation will not begin until payment has been satisfied with the court reporter. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 01/25/2021) (2)
Jan 22, 2021	123	MINUTES OF Motion Hearing held before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. RE: MOTION to Dismiss Case filed by Defendant The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB 98 . Counsel presented argument. The Court takes motion under submission. Court Reporter: Katy Thibodeaux. (gk) (Entered: 01/29/2021) (1)
Jan 21, 2021	116	SCHEDULING NOTICE by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr re: NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Dismiss Case 98 . The Court changes the time of the hearing on said motion set for 1/22/2021 from 8:30 AM to 09:20 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr. to be heard remotely via Zoom webinar. The clerk shall provide the contact information by separate email.THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (vcr) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 01/21/2021) (0)
Jan 21, 2021	117	TRANSCRIPT for proceedings held on 1/8/21 8:39 am. Court Reporter/Electronic Court Recorder: Katie Thibodeaux, CSR, RPR, CRR, phone number ktbdx@aol.com. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Electronic Court Recorder before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. Notice of Intent to Redact due within 7 days of this date. Redaction Request due 2/11/2021. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 2/22/2021. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 4/21/2021. (Thibodeaux, Elizabeth) (Entered: 01/21/2021) (23)
Jan 21, 2021	118	NOTICE OF FILING TRANSCRIPT filed for proceedings 1/8/21 8:39 am re Transcript 117 THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (Thibodeaux, Elizabeth) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 01/21/2021) (0)
Jan 19, 2021	115	TRANSCRIPT ORDER as to Plaintiffs Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP for Court Reporter. Court will contact Amanda Melhado-Burke at amelhadoburke@clarkhill.com with further instructions regarding this order. Transcript preparation will not begin until payment has been satisfied with the court reporter. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 01/19/2021) (2)
Jan 15, 2021	114	SUPPLEMENT to Joint Report Rule 26(f) Discovery Plan 107 filed by Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 01/15/2021) (12)
Jan 12, 2021	113	ORDER by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr: granting 109 Non-Resident Attorney Elizabeth A. Niemeyer APPLICATION to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP and for Swedish Match North America LLC, designating Donald L Ridge as local counsel. (lom) (Entered: 01/13/2021) (1)
Jan 8, 2021	111	REPLY REPLY TO OPPOSITION TO DEFENDANTS TILLCE AB AND THE ART FACTORY AB'S MOTION TO DISMISS filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. (Bloch, David) (Entered: 01/08/2021) (19)
Jan 8, 2021	112	MINUTES OF Scheduling Conference held before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.: The parties are ordered to provide a supplement to their Rule 26(f) Report due 1/19/2021, but the parties are instructed to make all reasonable efforts to submit the supplement by 1/15/2021. The parties should be ready to discuss these issues at the 1/22/2021 motion to dismiss hearing. See document for specifics. Court Reporter: Katy Thibodeaux. (gk) (Entered: 01/08/2021) (2)
Jan 7, 2021	110	SEALED DOCUMENT Declaration of Thomas Ericsson re NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Dismiss Case 98 , Minutes of In Chambers Order/Directive - no proceeding held 106 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - to Declaration of Thomas Ericsson, # 2 Exhibit B - to Declaration of Thomas Ericsson, # 3 Exhibit C - to Declaration of Thomas Ericsson)(Fraser, Colin) (Entered: 01/07/2021) (0)
Jan 5, 2021	109	APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Elizabeth A. Niemeyer to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $500 Fee Paid, Receipt No. BCACDC-29876285) filed by Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit DC Bar Certificate of Good Standing, # 2 Proposed Order (Proposed) Order on Application of Non-Resident Attorney to Appear in a Specific Case Pro Hac Vice) (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 01/05/2021) (0)
Dec 31, 2020	107	JOINT REPORT Rule 26(f) Discovery Plan ; estimated length of trial 5 days, filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC.. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 12/31/2020) (30)
Dec 31, 2020	108	MEMORANDUM in Opposition to NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Dismiss Case 98 filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration Declaration of Donald L. Ridge, # 2 Exhibit Exhibit A to Declaration of Donald L. Ridge, # 3 Exhibit Exhibit B to Declaration of Donald L. Ridge, # 4 Proposed Order Proposed Order Denying Motion to Dismiss)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 12/31/2020) (0)
Dec 28, 2020	106	MINUTES (IN CHAMBERS) ORDER GRANTING JOINT APPLICATION TO FILE PORTIONS OF EXHIBITS A, B, AND C TO DECLARATION OF THOMAS ERICSSON UNDER SEAL 99 by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. See document for details. Court Reporter: N/A. (gk) (Entered: 12/29/2020) (2)
Dec 24, 2020	105	MINUTES (IN CHAMBERS) ORDER DENYING MOTION FOR JUDGMENT ON THE PLEADINGS 89 by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. Plaintiffs' request for fees is DENIED. See document for further details. Court Reporter: N/A. (gk) (Entered: 12/28/2020) (5)
Dec 17, 2020	102	CORRECTED SCHEDULING NOTICE by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. The Court finds that the MOTION for Judgment on the Pleadings filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc. (Dkt. No. 89) presently scheduled for hearing on December 18, 2020, is appropriate for decision without oral argument. Fed. R. Civ. P. 78(b); C.D. L.R. 7-15. Accordingly, the motion is taken UNDER SUBMISSION and the hearing is vacated. THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (vcr) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 12/17/2020) (0)
Dec 17, 2020	103	SCHEDULING NOTICE by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. The Court vacates the hearing improperly set for 12/18/2020 in re Joint APPLICATION for Leave to file sealed portions of Exhibits A through C of Thomas Ericsson Declaration filed by Defendant The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB, Dkt. No. 99. A hearing is not required on an application to seal. No appearance is required. THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (vcr) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 12/17/2020) (0)
Dec 17, 2020	104	ORDER by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. Granting Application of Non-Resident Attorney David Brian Kacedon to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, and NYZ AB, designating Donald Ridge as local counsel 96 . (gk) (Entered: 12/18/2020) (1)
Dec 16, 2020	101	SCHEDULING NOTICE by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. The Court finds that the MOTION for Judgment on the Pleadings filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc. (Dkt. No. 89) presently scheduled for hearing on December 11, 2020, is appropriate for decision without oral argument. Fed. R. Civ. P. 78(b); C.D. L.R. 7-15. Accordingly, the motion is taken UNDER SUBMISSION and the hearing is vacated. THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (vcr) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 12/16/2020) (0)
Dec 15, 2020	96	APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney David Brian Kacedon to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $500 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-29527072) filed by Plaintiff NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 Affidavit, # 2 Affidavit, # 3 Proposed Order) (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 12/15/2020) (0)
Dec 15, 2020	97	SCHEDULING NOTICE by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr re: NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Judgment on the Pleadings 89 . The Court reschedules the time of said Motion set for hearing on 12/18/2020 from 8:30 am to 09:00 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr. to be heard remotely.THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (vcr) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 12/15/2020) (0)
Dec 15, 2020	98	NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Dismiss Case filed by Defendant The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. Motion set for hearing on 1/22/2021 at 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr.. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order) (Bloch, David) (Entered: 12/15/2020) (0)
Dec 15, 2020	99	Joint APPLICATION for Leave to file sealed portions of Exhibits A through C of Thomas Ericsson Declaration filed by Defendant The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. Application set for hearing on 12/18/2020 at 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration Donald Ridge, # 2 Declaration Ericsson, # 3 Redacted Document Exhibit A to Ericsson Decl - Frame Agreement, # 4 Redacted Document Exhibit B to Ericsson Decl - Transfer Agreement, # 5 Redacted Document Exhibit C to Ericsson Decl - Share Purchase Agreement, # 6 Proposed Order) (Bloch, David) (Entered: 12/15/2020) (0)
Dec 15, 2020	100	SEALED DOCUMENT [Exhibits A through C] re Joint APPLICATION for Leave to file sealed portions of Exhibits A through C of Thomas Ericsson Declaration 99 , NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Dismiss Case 98 , Order on Motion for Leave to File Document Under Seal,,,,, 78 filed by Defendants The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. (Attachments: # 1 Unredacted Document Exhibit A - Frame Agreement, # 2 Unredacted Document Exhibit B - Transfer Agreement, # 3 Unredacted Document Exhibit C - Share Purchase Agreement)(Bloch, David) (Entered: 12/15/2020) (0)
Dec 1, 2020	94	SCHEDULING NOTICE by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr re: NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Judgment on the Pleadings 89 . The Court reschedules the time of said Motion set for hearing on 12/4/2020 from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM to be heard remotely before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr.. THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (vcr) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 12/01/2020) (0)
Dec 1, 2020	95	CORRECTED SCHEDULING NOTICE by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr re: NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Judgment on the Pleadings 89 . The Court vacates the text entry Scheduling Notice #94 as issued in error. The Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings remains scheduled for hearing on 12/18/2020 at 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr.. THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (vcr) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 12/01/2020) (0)
Nov 25, 2020	93	SCHEDULING NOTICE by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr re: NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Judgment on the Pleadings 89 . The Court continues the hearing on said motion from 12/04/2020 to Friday, 12/18/2020 at 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr.. THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (vcr) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 11/25/2020) (0)
Nov 4, 2020	92	ORDER by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. Granting Application of Non-Resident Attorney Scott J. Bornstein to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Defendants Kretek International, Inc., Dryft Sciences, LLC, The Art Factory AB, and TillCe AB, designating Colin W. Fraser as local counsel 69 . (gk) (Entered: 11/05/2020) (1)
Oct 28, 2020	90	MEMORANDUM in Opposition to NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Judgment on the Pleadings 89 filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration, # 2 Exhibit A, # 3 Exhibit B, # 4 Exhibit C, # 5 Exhibit D, # 6 Exhibit E, # 7 Exhibit F, # 8 Proposed Order)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 10/28/2020) (0)
Oct 28, 2020	91	REPLY in Support NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Judgment on the Pleadings 89 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of David S. Bloch, # 2 Exhibit A - Email with Counsel, # 3 Exhibit B - Moore Excerpts)(Fraser, Colin) (Entered: 10/28/2020) (0)
Oct 27, 2020	89	NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Judgment on the Pleadings filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. Motion set for hearing on 12/4/2020 at 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr.. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order) (Fraser, Colin) (Entered: 10/27/2020) (0)
Oct 26, 2020	88	RESPONSE BY THE COURT TO NOTICE TO FILER OF DEFICIENCIES IN ELECTRONICALLY FILED DOCUMENTS 85 RE: Motion for Judgment on Pleadings 80 by Clerk of Court. Other: The motion is stricken. (bm) (Entered: 10/27/2020) (1)
Oct 21, 2020	86	APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Brian J. Prew to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $500.00 Previously Paid on 10/1/2020, Receipt No. ACACDC-28345174) filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order) (Fraser, Colin) (Entered: 10/21/2020) (0)
Oct 21, 2020	87	Notice of Withdrawal of Motion to Appear Pro Hac Vice (G-64), 70 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. (Fraser, Colin) (Entered: 10/21/2020) (2)
Oct 20, 2020	85	NOTICE TO FILER OF DEFICIENCIES in Electronically Filed Documents RE: Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings 80 . The following error(s) was/were found: Proposed Document was not submitted as separate attachment. Other error(s) with document(s): Proposed Order was not submitted as a separate, additional attachment to the Motion. In response to this notice, the Court may: (1) order an amended or correct document to be filed; (2) order the document stricken; or (3) take other action as the Court deems appropriate. You need not take any action in response to this notice unless and until the Court directs you to do so. (bm) (Entered: 10/20/2020) (1)
Oct 19, 2020	80	DOCUMENT STRICKEN ON 10/26/2020. NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Judgment on the Pleadings filed by DEFENDANTS Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. Motion set for hearing on 11/20/2020 at 08:30 AM before Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr.. (Bloch, David) Modified on 10/27/2020 (bm). (Entered: 10/19/2020) (25)
Oct 19, 2020	81	STANDING ORDER FOR CIVIL CASES ASSIGNED TO JUDGE STANLEY BLUMENFELD, JR.: READ THIS ORDER CAREFULLY BECAUSE IT CONTROLS THIS CASE AND DIFFERS IN SOME RESPECTS FROM THE LOCAL RULES. (see document for further details) (bm) (Entered: 10/19/2020) (10)
Oct 19, 2020	82	ORDER SETTING SCHEDULING CONFERENCE by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr.:Date: January 8, 2021,Time: 8:30 a.m.,Courtroom: 6C.READ THIS ORDER CAREFULLY BECAUSE IT CONTROLS THIS CASE AND DIFFERS IN PART FROM THE LOCAL RULES. (see document for further details) (bm) (Entered: 10/19/2020) (8)
Oct 19, 2020	83	OPPOSITION TO DEFENDANTS KRETECK INTERNATIONAL, INC.'S AND DRYFT SCIENCES LLC'S MOTION FOR JUDGMENT ON THE PLEADINGS re: NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Judgment on the Pleadings 80 filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration, # 2 Exhibit June 8, 2017 email, # 3 Exhibit July 7, 2017 email, # 4 Exhibit Attachment to July 7, 2017 email, # 5 Exhibit July 25, 2017 email, # 6 Exhibit Attachment to July 25, 2017 email, # 7 Exhibit August 2, 2017 email, # 8 Proposed Order)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 10/19/2020) (0)
Oct 19, 2020	84	RESPONSE IN SUPPORT of NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Judgment on the Pleadings 80 Defendants Kretek International, Inc.'s and Dryft Sciences, LLC's Reply in Further Support of its Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of David S. Bloch in Support of Kretek International, Inc. and Dryft Sciences, LLC's Reply to Opposition to Rule 12(c) Motion, # 2 Exhibit A - meet and confer correspondence, August-September 2020, # 3 Exhibit B - Moore's Federal Practice sec. 12.38)(Bloch, David) (Entered: 10/19/2020) (0)
Oct 16, 2020	79	ANSWER to Complaint (Attorney Civil Case Opening) 1 with JURY DEMAND Kretek International, Inc. and Dryft Sciences, LLC's Answer and Affirmative Defenses to Plaintiffs' Complaint for Patent Infringement; Jury Trial Demand; and Exhibits filed by DEFENDANTS Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - Prior Art Tables, # 2 2017 Settlement Agreement)(Bloch, David) (Entered: 10/16/2020) (0)
Oct 15, 2020	78	MINUTES (IN CHAMBERS) ORDERS DENYING APPLICATIONS TO FILE UNDER SEAL by Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr. The Court DENIES without prejudice Plaintiffs' applications to file under seal 64 , 66 , and Defendants Kretek International, Inc. and DRYFT Sciences LLCs application to file under seal 74 . (iv) (Entered: 10/15/2020) (5)
Oct 6, 2020	76	[PROPOSED] ORDER DENYING DEFENDANTS KRETEK INTERNATIONAL, INC.'S AND DRYFT SCIENCES LLC'S MOTION FOR JUDGMENT ON THE PLEADINGS re APPLICATION to file document Memorandum of Points and Authorities and supporting Declaration of Donald Ridge and Exhibits in support of Opposition to Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings under seal 66 filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 10/06/2020) (3)
Oct 6, 2020	77	[PROPOSED] ORDER GRANTING KRETEK INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND DRYFT SCIENCES, LLC'S RULE 12(c) MOTION re APPLICATION to file document Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings under seal 60 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Bloch, David) (Entered: 10/06/2020) (1)
Oct 5, 2020	74	APPLICATION to file document Application to File Portions of Reply to Opposition to Motion for Judgment under seal filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration, # 2 Proposed Order)(Bloch, David) (Entered: 10/05/2020) (0)
Oct 5, 2020	75	SEALED DECLARATION IN SUPPORT OF APPLICATION to file document Application to File Portions of Reply to Opposition to Motion for Judgment under seal 74 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc..(Bloch, David) (Entered: 10/05/2020) (0)
Oct 2, 2020	71	NOTICE of Related Case(s) filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. Related Case(s): 2:20-cv-08729-PA-GJS (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 10/02/2020) (3)
Oct 2, 2020	72	STIPULATION for Extension of Time to File Reply as to APPLICATION to file document Memorandum of Points and Authorities and supporting Declaration of Donald Ridge and Exhibits in support of Opposition to Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings under seal 66 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of David Bloch, # 2 Proposed Order Extending Reply)(Bloch, David) (Entered: 10/02/2020) (0)
Oct 1, 2020	69	APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Scott J. Bornstein to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $500 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-28344526) filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order) (Attorney Colin W Fraser added to party Dryft Sciences, LLC(pty:dft), Attorney Colin W Fraser added to party Kretek International, Inc.(pty:dft), Attorney Colin W Fraser added to party The Art Factory AB(pty:dft), Attorney Colin W Fraser added to party Tillce AB(pty:dft)) (Fraser, Colin) (Entered: 10/01/2020) (0)
Oct 1, 2020	70	APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Brian J. Prew to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $500 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-28345174) filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB, Tillce AB. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Brian J. Prew, # 2 Proposed Order) (Fraser, Colin) (Entered: 10/01/2020) (0)
Oct 1, 2020	73	ORDER OF THE CHIEF JUDGE (#20-149) approved by Judge Philip S. Gutierrez. Pursuant to the recommended procedure adopted by the Court for the CREATION OF CALENDAR of Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr., this case is transferred from Judge R. Gary Klausner to the calendar of Judge Stanley Blumenfeld, Jr for all further proceedings. The case number will now reflect the initials of the transferee Judge 2:20-cv-01322 SB(MRWx). (rn) (Entered: 10/02/2020) (2)
Sep 29, 2020	68	CERTIFICATE of Interested Parties filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, identifying PINKERTON TOBACCO CO., LP, SWEDISH MATCH NORTH AMERICA LLC, NYZ AB, WM17, Pinkerton Tobacco Co. LLC, Swedish Match USA Inc., Swedish Match North Europe AB, Swedish Match AB, THE ART FACTORY AB, TILLCE AB, KRETEK INTERNATIONAL, INC., DRYFT SCIENCES LLC. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 09/29/2020) (1)
Sep 28, 2020	66	APPLICATION to file document Memorandum of Points and Authorities and supporting Declaration of Donald Ridge and Exhibits in support of Opposition to Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings under seal filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order, # 2 Redacted Document, # 3 Redacted Document)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 09/28/2020) (0)
Sep 28, 2020	67	SEALED DECLARATION IN SUPPORT OF APPLICATION to file document Memorandum of Points and Authorities and supporting Declaration of Donald Ridge and Exhibits in support of Opposition to Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings under seal 66 filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 Unredacted Document, # 2 Unredacted Document)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 09/28/2020) (0)
Sep 22, 2020	65	NOTICE OF NON-OPPOSITION to APPLICATION to file document Portions of Defendants' Fourth Affirmative Defense and Exhibit B to their Answer to the Complaint and Portions of Defendants' Points & Authorities in Support of Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings under 64 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Bloch, David) (Entered: 09/22/2020) (2)
Sep 21, 2020	64	APPLICATION to file document Portions of Defendants' Fourth Affirmative Defense and Exhibit B to their Answer to the Complaint and Portions of Defendants' Points & Authorities in Support of Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings under seal filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 09/21/2020) (0)
Sep 17, 2020	62	ORDER DENYING KRETEK INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND DRYFT SCIENCES, LLC'S APPLICATION FOR LEAVE TO FILE UNDER SEAL PORTIONS OF FOURTH AFFIRMATIVE DEFENSE AND EXHIBIT B TO ANSWER TO COMPLAINT 58 by Judge R. Gary Klausner. (lom) (Entered: 09/18/2020) (1)
Sep 17, 2020	63	ORDER DENYING KRETEK INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND DRYFT SCIENCES, LLC'S APPLICATION FOR LEAVE TO FILE UNDER SEAL POINTS AND AUTHORITIES IN SUPPORT OF RULE 12(c) MOTION 60 by Judge R. Gary Klausner. (lom) (Entered: 09/18/2020) (1)
Sep 10, 2020	60	APPLICATION to file document Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings under seal filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of David Bloch, # 2 Exhibit A - Redacted Rule 12 Motion, # 3 Proposed Order)(Bloch, David) (Entered: 09/10/2020) (0)
Sep 10, 2020	61	SEALED DECLARATION IN SUPPORT OF APPLICATION to file document Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings under seal 60 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit B - Unredacted Rule 12 Motion)(Bloch, David) (Entered: 09/10/2020) (0)
Sep 8, 2020	58	APPLICATION to file document Answer and Exhibit B under seal filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of David Bloch, # 2 Redacted Document Redacted Answer, # 3 Proposed Order)(Bloch, David) (Entered: 09/08/2020) (0)
Sep 8, 2020	59	SEALED DECLARATION IN SUPPORT OF APPLICATION to file document Answer and Exhibit B under seal 58 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Attachments: # 1 Unredacted Document Exhibit B - Unredacted Answer)(Bloch, David) (Entered: 09/08/2020) (0)
Aug 28, 2020	57	ORDER RE: WAIVER OF SERVICE AND EXTENSION OF TIME TO RESPOND TO COMPLAINT 56 by Judge R. Gary Klausner that the deadline for Defendants Kretek and Dryft Sciences to plead in response to the complaint in this action shall be extended to 9/7/2020, and the deadline for Defendants TAF and TillCe to plead in response to the complaint in this action shall be extended to 12/15/2020. (jp) (Entered: 08/31/2020) (2)
Aug 26, 2020	56	STIPULATION Extending Time to Answer the complaint as to Kretek International, Inc. answer now due 9/7/2020; The Art Factory AB answer now due 12/15/2020; Dryft Sciences, LLC answer now due 9/7/2020; Tillce AB answer now due 12/15/2020, re Complaint (Attorney Civil Case Opening) 1 filed by Defendants Kretek International, Inc.; The Art Factory AB; Dryft Sciences, LLC; Tillce AB. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order)(Attorney David Spencer Bloch added to party Tillce AB(pty:dft))(Bloch, David) (Entered: 08/26/2020) (0)
Aug 25, 2020	55	WAIVER OF SERVICE Returned Executed filed by Plaintiffs Swedish Match North America LLC, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, NYZ AB. Waiver of Service signed by David S. Bloch. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 08/25/2020) (1)
Aug 24, 2020	52	WAIVER OF SERVICE Returned Executed filed by Plaintiffs Swedish Match North America LLC, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, NYZ AB. upon The Art Factory AB waiver sent by Plaintiff on 8/17/2020, answer due 11/16/2020. Waiver of Service signed by David S. Bloch, Counsel for The Art Factory AB. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 08/24/2020) (1)
Aug 24, 2020	53	WAIVER OF SERVICE Returned Executed filed by Plaintiffs Swedish Match North America LLC, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, NYZ AB. upon Tillce AB waiver sent by Plaintiff on 8/17/2020, answer due 11/16/2020. Waiver of Service signed by David S. Block, Counsel for TillCe AB. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 08/24/2020) (1)
Aug 24, 2020	54	STATUS REPORT filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration)(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 08/24/2020) (0)
Aug 17, 2020	51	(IN CHAMBERS) ORDER Re: Motion to Lift Stay (DE 41 ) by Judge R. Gary Klausner: The Court therefore GRANTS Plaintiff's motion to lift the stay. Plaintiff shall file a status report updating the Court on the service of all Defendants and the expected time for each Defendant to answer within seven days of the issuance of this Order. (et) (Entered: 08/17/2020) (1)
Aug 5, 2020	50	SCHEDULING NOTICE TO ALL PARTIES AND ORDER by Judge R. Gary Klausner. Plaintiffs' Motion to Lift Stay of Case 41 , calendared for hearing on August 10, 2020 has been taken under submission and off the motion calendar. No appearances by counsel are necessary. The Court will issue a ruling after full consideration of properly submitted pleadings. THERE IS NO PDF DOCUMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ENTRY. (sw) TEXT ONLY ENTRY (Entered: 08/05/2020) (0)
Aug 4, 2020	49	ORDER ON REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SUBSTITUTION OR WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY 47 by Judge R. Gary Klausner. The Request of WM17 Holding GMBH to substitute John E. Lord as attorney of record instead of Vinay V. Joshi is GRANTED. (et) (Entered: 08/04/2020) (1)
Aug 3, 2020	47	REQUEST TO SUBSTITUTE ATTORNEY John E. Lord in place of attorney Vinay V. Joshi filed by Plaintiff WM17 Holding GMBH. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order) (Lord, John) (Entered: 08/03/2020) (0)
Aug 2, 2020	48	ORDER by Judge R. Gary Klausner: granting 46 Non-Resident Attorney George D. Moustakas APPLICATION to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiff WM17 Holding GMBH, designating John E Lord as local counsel. (et) (Entered: 08/03/2020) (1)
Jul 29, 2020	46	APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney George D. Moustakas to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiff WM17 Holding GMBH (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-27411686) filed by Plaintiff WM17 Holding GMBH. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - Certificate of Good Standing, # 2 Proposed Order) (Attorney John E Lord added to party WM17 Holding GMBH(pty:pla)) (Lord, John) (Entered: 07/29/2020) (0)
Jul 27, 2020	45	REPLY in Support of a Motion NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Lift Stay re Case 41 filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 07/27/2020) (11)
Jul 20, 2020	44	MEMORANDUM in Opposition to NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Lift Stay re Case 41 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc.. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of David Bloch, # 2 Exhibit A - Kentucky Complaint, # 3 Exhibit B - Defendant's Motion to Dismiss, # 4 Exhibit C - Plaintiff's Opposition to MTD, # 5 Exhibit D - Defendant's Reply ISO MTD, # 6 Exhibit E - Joint Claim Construction Chart)(Bloch, David) (Entered: 07/20/2020) (0)
Jul 16, 2020	42	NOTICE of Appearance filed by attorney Vinay V Joshi on behalf of Plaintiff WM17 Holding GMBH (Joshi, Vinay) (Entered: 07/16/2020) (2)
Jul 16, 2020	43	NOTICE TO FILER OF DEFICIENCIES in Electronically Filed Documents RE: Notice of Appearance 42 . The following error(s) was/were found: Incorrect event selected. Correct event to be used is: Notice of Appearance of Withdrawal of Counsel G123.. In response to this notice, the Court may: (1) order an amended or correct document to be filed; (2) order the document stricken; or (3) take other action as the Court deems appropriate. You need not take any action in response to this notice unless and until the Court directs you to do so. (ak) (Entered: 07/16/2020) (1)
Jul 10, 2020	41	NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Lift Stay re Case filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, WM17 Holding GMBH. Motion set for hearing on 8/10/2020 at 09:00 AM before Judge R. Gary Klausner. (Attachments: # 1 Memorandum, # 2 Declaration, # 3 Proposed Order) (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 07/10/2020) (0)
May 15, 2020	40	ORDER GRANTING Unopposed Motion Re: Stay Motions 37 by Judge R. Gary Klausner. The Motion is granted, and Defendants re-noticed motion to stay proceedings inthis Court (ECF 35 ) is deemed filed as of April 8, 2020, and relates back to that date. (jp) (Entered: 05/18/2020) (2)
Apr 14, 2020	38	ORDER GRANTING UNOPPOSED MOTION to Stay Pending United States international Trade Commission investigation 35 by Judge R. Gary Klausner this case is STAYED for a period of SIX MONTHS (until October 11, 2020). (SEE ORDER FOR FURTHER SPECIFICS). (jp) (Entered: 04/14/2020) (2)
Apr 14, 2020	39	ORDER by Judge R. Gary Klausner: DENIES AS MOOT 36 MOTION for Extension of Time to Answer. (SEE ORDER FOR SPECIFICS). (jp) (Entered: 04/14/2020) (2)
Apr 10, 2020	37	NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION for Enlargement of Time to File Deem ECF 35 Filed as of Date of ECF 31 Filing (Rule 6(b)) Unopposed Motion to Relate Back Date of Stay Filings filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB. Motion set for hearing on 5/18/2020 at 09:00 AM before Judge R. Gary Klausner. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of David Bloch, # 2 Proposed Order) (Bloch, David) (Entered: 04/10/2020) (0)
Apr 9, 2020	32	NOTICE TO FILER OF DEFICIENCIES in Electronically Filed Documents RE: NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Stay Case pending United States International Trade Commission Investigation 31 . The following error(s) was/were found: (1) Please refer to the Courts website at www.cacd.uscourts.gov for available motion dates.Hearing information is incorrect. In response to this notice, the Court may: (1) order an amended or correct document to be filed; (2) order the document stricken; or (3) take other action as the Court deems appropriate. You need not take any action in response to this notice unless and until the Court directs you to do so. (jp) (Entered: 04/09/2020) (1)
Apr 9, 2020	33	CORPORATE DISCLOSURE STATEMENT filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB identifying None as Corporate Parent. (Bloch, David) (Entered: 04/09/2020) (2)
Apr 9, 2020	34	RESPONSE BY THE COURT TO NOTICE TO FILER OF DEFICIENCIES IN ELECTRONICALLY FILED DOCUMENTS RE: NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Stay Case pending United States International Trade Commission Investigation 31 by Clerk of Court to Judge R. Gary Klausner. The document is STRICKEN. (jp) (Entered: 04/09/2020) (1)
Apr 9, 2020	35	NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Stay Case pending United States International Trade Commission Investigation RE-NOTICE OF MOTION [ECF 31]] filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB. Motion set for hearing on 5/18/2020 at 09:00 AM before Judge R. Gary Klausner. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration David Bloch, # 2 Exhibit A - Complaint for Patent Infringement, # 3 Exhibit B - Notice 03092020, # 4 Exhibit C - Fed Reg 2020-05082, # 5 Exhibit D - Pinkerton Tobacco Co. LP et al. v. The Art Factory AB et al. C.A. No. 20-cv-1322 (C.D. Cal.), # 6 Proposed Order) (Bloch, David) (Entered: 04/09/2020) (0)
Apr 9, 2020	36	NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Extend Time to File Answer to 5/11/2020 re Complaint (Attorney Civil Case Opening) 1 filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB. Motion set for hearing on 5/11/2020 at 09:00 AM before Judge R. Gary Klausner. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order on Extension of Motion) (Bloch, David) (Entered: 04/09/2020) (0)
Apr 8, 2020	31	[DOCUMENT IS STRICKEN PER ORDER DATED ON 4/9/2020, SEE DOCKET ENTRY NOL 34 ] - NOTICE OF MOTION AND MOTION to Stay Case pending United States International Trade Commission Investigation filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., The Art Factory AB. Motion set for hearing on 5/4/2020 at 09:00 AM before Judge R. Gary Klausner. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of David Bloch, # 2 Exhibit A - Complaint for Patent Infringement, # 3 Exhibit B - Notice 03092020, # 4 Exhibit C - Fed Reg 2020-05082, # 5 Exhibit D - Pinkerton Tobacco Co. LP et al. v. The Art Factory AB et al. C.A. No. 20-cv-1322 (C.D. Cal.), # 6 Proposed Order) (Attorney David Spencer Bloch added to party The Art Factory AB(pty:dft)) (Bloch, David) Modified on 4/9/2020 (jp). (Entered: 04/08/2020) (0)
Mar 24, 2020	30	ORDER by Judge R. Gary Klausner: granting 29 Non-Resident Attorney Bryan C Diner APPLICATION to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, designating Donald L Ridge as local counsel. (jp) (Entered: 03/25/2020) (1)
Mar 18, 2020	29	APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Bryan C. Diner to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-25776238) filed by Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order) (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 03/18/2020) (0)
Mar 10, 2020	27	STIPULATION Extending Time to Answer the complaint as to Kretek International, Inc. answer now due 4/10/2020; Dryft Sciences, LLC answer now due 4/10/2020, re Complaint (Attorney Civil Case Opening) 1 filed by Defendants Kretek International, Inc.; Dryft Sciences, LLC.(Attorney David Spencer Bloch added to party Dryft Sciences, LLC(pty:dft), Attorney David Spencer Bloch added to party Kretek International, Inc.(pty:dft))(Bloch, David) (Entered: 03/10/2020) (3)
Mar 10, 2020	28	NOTICE of Interested Parties filed by Defendants Dryft Sciences, LLC, Kretek International, Inc., identifying None. (Bloch, David) (Entered: 03/10/2020) (2)
Mar 6, 2020	26	ORDER by Judge R. Gary Klausner: granting 23 Non-Resident Attorney Timothy J May APPLICATION to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, designating Donald L Ridge as local counsel. (jp) (Entered: 03/09/2020) (1)
Mar 4, 2020	23	APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Timothy J. May to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400.00 Previously Paid on 2/24/2020, Receipt No. ACACDC-25480320), APPLICATION to Correct APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Timothy J. May to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-25480320) 15 filed by Plaintiff NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order) (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 03/04/2020) (0)
Mar 4, 2020	24	ORDER by Judge R. Gary Klausner: granting 20 Non-Resident Attorney Caitlin E. O'Connell APPLICATION to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiff's Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, and NYZ AB, designating Donald L. Ridge as local counsel. (sbou) Modified on 3/4/2020 (sbou). (Entered: 03/04/2020) (1)
Mar 4, 2020	25	ORDER by Judge R. Gary Klausner: granting 21 Non-Resident Attorney Paul W. Townsend APPLICATION to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC, and NYZ AB, designating Donald L. Ridge as local counsel. (sbou) (Entered: 03/04/2020) (1)
Feb 28, 2020	22	RESPONSE BY THE COURT TO NOTICE TO FILER OF DEFICIENCIES IN ELECTRONICALLY FILED DOCUMENTS RE: APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Paul W. Townsend to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-25479646) 14 , APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Timothy J. May to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-25480320) 15 , APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Caitlin E. O'Connell to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-25480539) 16 by Judge R. Gary Klausner. The documents are stricken due to deficiencies 19 . (jp) (Entered: 02/28/2020) (1)
Feb 27, 2020	20	APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Caitlin E. O'Connell to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400.00 Previously Paid on 2/24/2020, Receipt No. ACACDC-25480539), APPLICATION to Correct APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Caitlin E. O'Connell to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-25480539) 16 filed by Plaintiff NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order) (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/27/2020) (0)
Feb 27, 2020	21	APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Paul W. Townsend to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400.00 Previously Paid on 2/24/2020, Receipt No. ACACDC-25479646), APPLICATION to Correct APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Paul W. Townsend to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-25479646) 14 filed by Plaintiff NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order) (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/27/2020) (0)
Feb 25, 2020	19	NOTICE of Deficiency in Electronically Filed Pro Hac Vice Application RE: APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Paul W. Townsend to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-25479646) 14 , APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Timothy J. May to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-25480320) 15 , APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Caitlin E. O'Connell to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-25480539) 16 . The following error(s) was/were found: Local Rule 83-2.1.3.3(b) Proposed order not attached. Local Rule 83-2.1.3.3(d) Certificate of Good Standing not attached for every state court listed to which the applicant has been admitted. Other error(s) with document(s): All three applicants failed to provide GSC for DC.. (Thrasher, Lupe) (Entered: 02/25/2020) (1)
Feb 24, 2020	14	[DOCUMENT STRICKEN PER ORDER DATED ON 2/28/2020, SEE DOCKET ENTRY NO. 22 ] - APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Paul W. Townsend to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-25479646) filed by Plaintiff NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Ridge, Donald). Modified on 2/28/2020 (jp). (Entered: 02/24/2020) (4)
Feb 24, 2020	15	[DOCUMENT STRICKEN PER ORDER DATED ON 2/28/2020, SEE DOCKET ENTRY NO. 22 ] - APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Timothy J. May to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-25480320) filed by Plaintiff NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Ridge, Donald). Modified on 2/28/2020 (jp). (Entered: 02/24/2020) (4)
Feb 24, 2020	16	[DOCUMENT STRICKEN PER ORDER DATED ON 2/28/2020, SEE DOCKET ENTRY NO. 22 ] - APPLICATION of Non-Resident Attorney Caitlin E. O'Connell to Appear Pro Hac Vice on behalf of Plaintiffs NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC (Pro Hac Vice Fee - $400 Fee Paid, Receipt No. ACACDC-25480539) filed by Plaintiff NYZ AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, Swedish Match North America LLC. (Ridge, Donald). Modified on 2/28/2020 (jp). (Entered: 02/24/2020) (4)
Feb 24, 2020	17	PROOF OF SERVICE Executed by Plaintiff Swedish Match North America LLC, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, NYZ AB, upon Defendant Kretek International, Inc. served on 2/21/2020, answer due 3/13/2020. Service of the Summons and Complaint were executed upon Kretek International, Inc. in compliance with Federal Rules of Civil Procedure by personal service.Original Summons NOT returned. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/24/2020) (1)
Feb 24, 2020	18	PROOF OF SERVICE Executed by Plaintiff Swedish Match North America LLC, Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP, NYZ AB, upon Defendant Dryft Sciences, LLC served on 2/21/2020, answer due 3/13/2020. Service of the Summons and Complaint were executed upon Michael Froch, Attorney/Agent for Service in compliance with Federal Rules of Civil Procedure by personal service.Original Summons NOT returned. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/24/2020) (1)
Feb 20, 2020	12	21 DAY Summons Issued re Complaint (Attorney Civil Case Opening) 1 as to Defendant Dryft Services. (jp) (Entered: 02/20/2020) (2)
Feb 20, 2020	13	21 DAY Summons Issued re Complaint (Attorney Civil Case Opening) 1 as to Defendant Kretek. (jp) (Entered: 02/20/2020) (2)
Feb 12, 2020	8	STANDING ORDER REGARDING NEWLY ASSIGNED CASES by Judge R. Gary Klausner. (sw) (Entered: 02/12/2020) (8)
Feb 12, 2020	9	NOTICE OF DEFICIENCIES in Request to Issue Summons. The following error(s) was found: Summons is not directed to the defendant(s). The defendants name must appear in the To:section of the summons. The summons cannot be issued until this defect has been corrected. Please correct the defect and re-file your request. (jtil) (Entered: 02/12/2020) (1)
Feb 12, 2020	10	Request for Clerk to Issue Summons on Complaint (Attorney Civil Case Opening) 1 filed by Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/12/2020) (2)
Feb 12, 2020	11	Request for Clerk to Issue Summons on Complaint (Attorney Civil Case Opening) 1 filed by Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/12/2020) (2)
Feb 11, 2020	6	NOTICE OF ASSIGNMENT to District Judge R. Gary Klausner and Magistrate Judge Michael R. Wilner. (jtil) (Entered: 02/11/2020) (1)
Feb 11, 2020	7	NOTICE TO PARTIES OF COURT-DIRECTED ADR PROGRAM filed. (jtil) (Entered: 02/11/2020) (2)
Feb 10, 2020	2	CIVIL COVER SHEET filed by Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/10/2020) (4)
Feb 10, 2020	3	Request for Clerk to Issue Summons on Complaint (Attorney Civil Case Opening) 1 filed by Plaintiff Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/10/2020) (2)
Feb 10, 2020	4	NOTICE of Interested Parties filed by Plaintiffs All Plaintiffs, identifying Swedish Match North Europe, Swedish Match AB, Pinkerton Tobacco Co. LLC, Swedish Match AB, Swedish Match AB. (Attorney Donald L Ridge added to party NYZ AB(pty:pla), Attorney Donald L Ridge added to party Swedish Match North America LLC(pty:pla), Attorney Donald L Ridge added to party WM17 Holding GMBH(pty:pla))(Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/10/2020) (1)
Feb 10, 2020	5	REPORT ON THE FILING OF AN ACTION Regarding a Patent or a Trademark (Initial Notification) filed by Pinkerton Tobacco Co., LP. (Ridge, Donald) (Entered: 02/10/2020) (1)
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