European Patent Court Bans Angelalign Feature in 17 Countries
The Unified Patent Court in Paris ruled that Angelalign's 'Torque Ridges' feature infringes on Align Technology's patent, ordering its prohibition in 17 European countries.
The local division of the Unified Patent Court in Paris ruled that the "Torque Ridges" feature offered by Angelalign infringes on patent EP 2 237 738 B1 owned by Align Technology, as reported by MarketScreener / Business Wire.
The court ordered an injunction against marketing the feature, the recall and destruction of infringing products, as well as financial compensation.
Under the ruling, Angelalign must cease offering the feature in 17 European Union member states.
The ruling highlights the authority of the Unified Patent Court to enforce a single decision applicable across several European countries, offering patent owners broader protection in medical device and clear aligner disputes.
What do these terms mean?
Unified Patent Court (UPC): A joint European court that adjudicates patent disputes, with its rulings taking effect across multiple member states simultaneously.
Patent: An exclusive right granted by law to an inventor, preventing others from using or marketing the innovation without permission.
Injunction: A court order requiring a party to cease an activity or stop selling a specific product.
Destruction of infringing products: An enforcement procedure requiring the violator to dispose of goods proven to infringe upon the right.
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