Cases & Deals

DePuy Orthopaedics defends against allegations of breach of contract and patent infringement

Client(s) Johnson & Johnson

Jones Day is defending Johnson & Johnson subsidiary DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. against breach of contract and patent infringement allegations brought by Orthopaedic Hospital of Los Angeles.  The case involves technology relating to oxidation resistant polyethylene for use in orthopedic implants.

DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. v. Orthopaedic Hospital, Case No. 3-12-cv-00299 (N.D. Ind.) (Judge Van Bokkelen)