Case Study
Startup Defended Against IP Infringement Claims
About
Defending Innovation & Launch Timelines
Our client, a pre-launch SaaS startup, was accused of violating an existing patent. The claims threatened both their market entry and funding round. Urgent legal action was essential.
Problem
Regulatory Threat & Public Delay
The competitor filed a formal IP complaint days before the product release, delaying contracts and creating investor friction.
Goal
Clear IP Claims Before Launch
Client needed to resolve the complaint fast to avoid delays and reputational damage.
Solution
Proactive Legal Documentation & Filing
We filed an expedited response, challenged IP overlap, and demonstrated originality in concept, codebase, and UX design.
Efficient Resolution Approach
We worked with patent consultants and cross-referenced technical records. Our rapid filing strategy enabled a strong legal defense while maintaining momentum.
Phase 1
Evidence Assembly & Code Review
We gathered developer logs, UX flows, and design archives.
Code audit
Patent check
Legal brief prep
Phase 2
IP Filing & Defense Strategy
Expedited defense documents submitted to the governing board.
IP comparison report
Expert opinion letter
Precedent research
Phase 3
Resolution via Negotiation
Settlement agreement signed; claim withdrawn with no licensing obligation.
Draft release letter
Compliance update
PR statement
Result
Launch On-Time, IP Secured
The startup launched successfully with no further IP claims. Investor confidence was restored, and future legal guidelines were embedded into their workflows.
