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Nichia Alleges Seoul Semiconductor's Acriche Products Infringe its Patents in UK
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Author: LiGHTimes Staff

May 15, 2008... In another twist to Nichia’s already complicated legal moves, Nichia is bringing yet another infringement complaint against Seoul Semiconductor Inc. Ltd. and its distributor Avenet EMG Ltd. This time Nichia is initiating the lawsuit for alleged infringement in the UK. Nichia alleges that Seoul Semiconductor’s premier LED lighting product, Achriche violates its patent rights in the UK. Nichia is seeking injunctive relief and financial compensation for the alleged damages. Specifically Nichia believes that Seoul Semiconductor infringes their two patents [EP(UK)599224 and EP(UK)622858].

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