Wirtgen Triumphs Over Caterpillar in $12.9 Million Patent Infringement Verdict

“After seven years of intense legal wrangling, a federal jury has sided with Wirtgen America, awarding the company a substantial $12.9 million in damages in a landmark patent infringement case against industry giant Caterpillar. This verdict, delivered in the U.S. District Court in Delaware, marks the culmination of a battle over the intricate technologies that power the road milling machines which are crucial to global infrastructure development. The case, presided over by Judge Joshua D. Wolson, has not only highlighted the fierce competition within the construction equipment industry but also underscored the critical importance of intellectual property rights in fostering innovation and competition.”

Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox teamed with Nashville-based Patterson IP Law Group to secure the win.