VMware LLC v. Siemens AG et al
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| Judge: | Richard G Andrews |
| Case #: | 1:25-cv-00353 |
| Nature of Suit | 820 Property Rights - Copyrights |
| Cause | 17:101 Copyright Infringement |
| Case Filed: | Mar 21, 2025 |
| Last checked: Wednesday Sep 17, 2025 7:54 AM EDT |
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Defendant
PETNET Solutions, Inc.
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Defendant
Siemens AG
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Defendant
Siemens Corporation
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Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
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Siemens Industry Software, Inc.
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Defendant
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
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Siemens Mobility, Inc.
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Plaintiff
VMware LLC
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| Docket last updated: 02/01/2026 11:59 PM EST |
| Sunday, January 18, 2026 | ||
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Official Transcript of Motion to Dismiss held on 11-18-25 before Judge Hatcher. Court Reporter Stacy Ingram,Email: stacy_ingram@ded.uscourts.gov. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or order/purchased through the Court Reporter before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date, it may be obtained through PACER. Redaction Request due 2/9/2026. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 2/18/2026. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 4/20/2026. (Ingram, Stacy) |
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| Thursday, December 18, 2025 | ||
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order
Order Referring Motion
Thu 12/18 2:31 PM
ORAL ORDER: The Motion for Leave to File a Sur-Reply (D.I.41 ) is REFERRED to Magistrate Judge Laura D. Hatcher. Ordered by Judge Richard G. Andrews on 12/18/2025. (nms) |
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| Wednesday, December 17, 2025 | ||
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REPLY BRIEF re41 MOTION for Leave to File Sur-Reply filed by VMware LLC. (Loughman, Paul) |
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| Wednesday, December 10, 2025 | ||
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RESPONSE to41 MOTION for Leave to File Sur-Reply, filed by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc.. (Jacobs, Karen) Modified on 12/10/2025 (nms) |
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| Monday, December 01, 2025 | ||
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- CORRECTING ENTRY
Mon 12/01 9:27 AM
CORRECTING ENTRY: The PDF at D.I.39 has been replaced to correct typographical errors. (aas) |
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| Wednesday, November 26, 2025 | ||
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MOTION for Leave to File Sur-Reply - filed by VMware LLC.(Vrana, Robert) Modified on 11/26/2025 (nms) |
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- CORRECTING ENTRY
Wed 11/26 3:47 PM
CORRECTING ENTRY: The Main Document at D.I.41 has been amended and replaced to correct typographical errors. (cdd) |
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-SET ANSWERING BRIEF - no open brief w/ Motion
Wed 11/26 8:48 PM
Set Answering Brief Deadline re41 MOTION for Leave to File Sur-Reply. Answering Brief/Response due date per Local Rules is 12/10/2025. (nms) |
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| Tuesday, November 25, 2025 | ||
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Letter to The Honorable Laura D. Hatcher, from Karen Jacobs, regarding forum non conveniens. (Jacobs, Karen) Modified on 11/25/2025 (nms) |
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Letter to The Honorable Laura D. Hatcher, from Paul J. Loughman, regarding Affirmative defense. (Loughman, Paul) Modified on 11/25/2025 (nms) |
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| Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | ||
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Motion Hearing
Tue 11/18 12:12 PM
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Laura D. Hatcher - Motion Hearing ( via telephone ) held on 11/18/2025 re17 MOTION to Dismiss Under Federal Rules of Civil Procedure 12(b)(2) and 12(b)(6) filed by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc., Siemens Corporation, Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens AG, PETNET Solutions, Inc.,22 MOTION to Dismiss Based upon the Doctrine of Forum Non Conveniens filed by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc., Siemens Corporation, Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens AG, PETNET Solutions, Inc.. (Court Reporter Stacy Ingram.) (kjk) |
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| Monday, November 10, 2025 | ||
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order
Order Order Setting Hearing on Motion
Mon 11/10 2:49 PM
ORAL ORDER Setting a Hearing on Motions: A teleconference on the pending motions (D.I. 17, 22) is scheduled for Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 9:00am. Counsel shall send dial-in information directly to the Court no later than 24 hours prior to the hearing using the following e-mail address: keith_kincaid@ded.uscourts.gov.Ordered by Judge Laura D. Hatcher on 11/10/25. (kjk) |
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| Thursday, October 02, 2025 | ||
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Order Referring Motion
Thu 10/02 12:43 PM
ORAL ORDER: The motions to dismiss (D.I.17 and D.I.22 ) are now REFERRED to Magistrate Judge Laura D. Hatcher. Ordered by Judge Richard G. Andrews on 10/2/2025. *Motions referred to Laura D. Hatcher.(nms) |
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| Tuesday, July 08, 2025 | ||
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REQUEST for Oral Argument by VMware LLC re17 MOTION to Dismiss Under Federal Rules of Civil Procedure 12(b)(2) and 12(b)(6),22 MOTION to Dismiss Based upon the Doctrine of Forum Non Conveniens. (Vrana, Robert) |
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| Tuesday, July 01, 2025 | ||
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REPLY BRIEF re22 MOTION to Dismiss Based upon the Doctrine of Forum Non Conveniens filed by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc.. (Jacobs, Karen) |
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REPLY BRIEF re17 MOTION to Dismiss Under Federal Rules of Civil Procedure 12(b)(2) and 12(b)(6) filed by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc.. (Jacobs, Karen) |
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| Tuesday, June 24, 2025 | ||
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REDACTED VERSION of25 Declaration, by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc..(Clark, Cameron) |
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ANSWERING BRIEF in Opposition re22 MOTION to Dismiss Based upon the Doctrine of Forum Non Conveniens filed by VMware LLC.Reply Brief due date per Local Rules is 7/1/2025. (Loughman, Paul) |
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ANSWERING BRIEF in Opposition re17 MOTION to Dismiss Under Federal Rules of Civil Procedure 12(b)(2) and 12(b)(6) filed by VMware LLC.Reply Brief due date per Local Rules is 7/1/2025. (Loughman, Paul) |
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| Tuesday, June 17, 2025 | ||
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ORDER: The Unopposed Motion for Leave to File the Declaration of James John Lomeo and Supporting Exhibits Under Seal (D.I.24 ) is GRANTED. Signed by Judge Richard G. Andrews on 6/17/2025. (nms) |
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| Friday, June 13, 2025 | ||
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Letter to The Honorable Richard G. Andrews from Paul J. Loughman regarding Request for Rule 26(f) Conference - re15 Letter,16 Letter. (Loughman, Paul) |
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| Thursday, June 12, 2025 | ||
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Add Attorneys - PHV only
Thu 06/12 8:22 AM
Pro Hac Vice Attorney James J. Lomeo, Gregg F. LoCascio & Michael A. Pearson, Jr for PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. & Siemens Mobility, Inc. added for electronic noticing. Pursuant to Local Rule 83.5 (d)., Delaware counsel shall be the registered users of CM/ECF and shall be required to file all papers. (slk) |
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| Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | ||
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Disclosure Statement pursuant to Rule 7.1: identifying Corporate Parent Siemens Mobility GmbH, Other Affiliate Siemens AG for Siemens Mobility, Inc.; Corporate Parent Siemens USA Holdings, Inc., Other Affiliate Siemens AG for Siemens Corporation; Corporate Parent Siemens Healthineers AG for PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.; Corporate Parent No parent corporation for Siemens AG; Corporate Parent Siemens Industry, Inc., Other Affiliate Siemens AG, Other Affiliate Siemens Corporation, Other Affiliate Siemens USA Holdings, Inc. for Siemens Industry Software, Inc. filed by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc.. (Jacobs, Karen) |
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- CORRECTING ENTRY
Wed 06/11 9:19 AM
CORRECTING ENTRY: The 7.1 Disclosure Statement filed at D.I. 21 on 6/10/2025, has been removed from the docket. Upon review of the filing, it was determined that corporate parents/other affiliates were named but not entered. Defendants are requested to refile the disclosure statement accordingly and catalog the other entities affiliated. (nms) |
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| Tuesday, June 10, 2025 | ||
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-District Court Pro Hac Vice Fee - 03 Attorneys Credit Card Payment
Tue 06/10 4:12 PM
Pro Hac Vice Fee - Credit Card Payment received for Gregg F. LoCascio, Michael A. Pearson, Jr., and James John Lomeo. ( re26 MOTION for Pro Hac Vice Appearance of Attorney Gregg F. LoCascio, Michael A. Pearson, Jr., and James John Lomeo )( Payment of $ 150, receipt number ADEDC-4708142).(Jacobs, Karen) |
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MOTION for Pro Hac Vice Appearance of Attorney Gregg F. LoCascio, Michael A. Pearson, Jr., and James John Lomeo - filed by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc.. (Jacobs, Karen) |
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[SEALED] DECLARATION of James John Lomeo re23 Opening Brief in Support, by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc..(Jacobs, Karen) |
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Unopposed MOTION for Leave to File the Declaration of James John Lomeo and Supporting Exhibits Under Seal in Support re 22 - filed by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc.. (Jacobs, Karen) |
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OPENING BRIEF in Support re22 MOTION to Dismiss Based upon the Doctrine of Forum Non Conveniens filed by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc..Answering Brief/Response due date per Local Rules is 6/24/2025. (Jacobs, Karen) |
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MOTION to Dismiss Based upon the Doctrine of Forum Non Conveniens - filed by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc.. (Jacobs, Karen) |
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Disclosure Statement pursuant to Rule 7.1: No Parents or Affiliates Listed filed by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc.. (Jacobs, Karen) |
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DECLARATION of James John Lomeo re18 Opening Brief in Support, by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc..(Jacobs, Karen) |
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DECLARATION of Paul Salazar re17 MOTION to Dismiss Based upon The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure 12(b)(2) and 12(b)(6) by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc.. (Jacobs, Karen) |
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OPENING BRIEF in Support re17 MOTION to Dismiss Based upon The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure 12(b)(2) and 12(b)(6) filed by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc..Answering Brief/Response due date per Local Rules is 6/24/2025. (Jacobs, Karen) |
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MOTION to Dismiss Based upon The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure 12(b)(2) and 12(b)(6) - filed by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc.. (Jacobs, Karen) |
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order
SO ORDERED
Tue 06/10 4:15 PM
SO ORDERED, re26 MOTION for Pro Hac Vice Appearance of Attorney Gregg F. LoCascio, Michael A. Pearson, Jr., and James John Lomeo filed by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc., Siemens Corporation, Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens AG, PETNET Solutions, Inc.. Signed by Judge Richard G. Andrews on 6/10/2025. (aas) |
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| Monday, June 09, 2025 | ||
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Letter to The Honorable Richard G. Andrews from Karen Jacobs regarding Response to Plaintiff's June 6, 2025 Letter. (Jacobs, Karen) |
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| Friday, June 06, 2025 | ||
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Letter to The Honorable Richard G. Andrews, from Paul J. Loughman, regarding Rule 26(f) Conference and Rule 16(b) Conference. (Loughman, Paul) Modified on 6/6/2025 (nms) |
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| Wednesday, April 09, 2025 | ||
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STIPULATION and Proposed Order - filed by PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc.. (Jacobs, Karen) Modified on 4/9/2025 (nms) |
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SO ORDERED ~Util - Set/Reset Answer Deadline
Wed 04/09 12:36 PM
SO ORDERED, re14 STIPULATION and Proposed Order (*Reset Answer Deadlines: PETNET Solutions, Inc. answer due 6/10/2025; Siemens AG answer due 6/10/2025; Siemens Corporation answer due 6/10/2025; Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. answer due 6/10/2025; Siemens Industry Software, Inc. answer due 6/10/2025; Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. answer due 6/10/2025; Siemens Mobility, Inc. answer due 6/10/2025). Ordered by Judge Richard G. Andrews on 4/9/2025. (nms) |
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| Thursday, March 27, 2025 | ||
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Add Attorneys - PHV only
Thu 03/27 8:11 AM
Pro Hac Vice Attorney David H. Herrington for VMware LLC added for electronic noticing. Pursuant to Local Rule 83.5 (d)., Delaware counsel shall be the registered users of CM/ECF and shall be required to file all papers. (scs) |
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Add Attorneys - PHV only
Thu 03/27 12:41 PM
Pro Hac Vice Attorney Ye Eun Charlotte Chun, Angela L. Dunning for VMware LLC added for electronic noticing. Pursuant to Local Rule 83.5 (d)., Delaware counsel shall be the registered users of CM/ECF and shall be required to file all papers. (scs) |
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| Wednesday, March 26, 2025 | ||
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Case Assigned/Reassigned
Wed 03/26 12:34 PM
Case Assigned to Judge Richard G. Andrews. Please include the initials of the Judge (RGA) after the case number on all documents filed. (rjb) |
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SO ORDERED
Wed 03/26 2:45 PM
SO ORDERED, re5 MOTION for Pro Hac Vice Appearance of Attorney David H. Herrington, Angela L. Dunning, and Ye Eun Charlotte Chun, filed by VMware LLC. Signed by Judge Richard G. Andrews on 3/26/2025. (nms) |
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| Monday, March 24, 2025 | ||
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SUMMONS Returned Executed by VMware LLC.PETNET Solutions, Inc. served on 3/21/2025, answer due 4/11/2025. (Loughman, Paul) |
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SUMMONS Returned Executed by VMware LLC.Siemens Corporation served on 3/21/2025, answer due 4/11/2025. (Loughman, Paul) |
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SUMMONS Returned Executed by VMware LLC.Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. served on 3/21/2025, answer due 4/11/2025. (Loughman, Paul) |
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SUMMONS Returned Executed by VMware LLC.Siemens Industry Software, Inc. served on 3/21/2025, answer due 4/11/2025. (Loughman, Paul) |
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SUMMONS Returned Executed by VMware LLC.Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. served on 3/21/2025, answer due 4/11/2025. (Loughman, Paul) |
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SUMMONS Returned Executed by VMware LLC.Siemens Mobility, Inc. served on 3/21/2025, answer due 4/11/2025. (Loughman, Paul) |
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-District Court Pro Hac Vice Fee - 03 Attorneys Credit Card Payment
Fri 03/21 1:45 PM
Pro Hac Vice Fee - Credit Card Payment received for David H. Herrington, Angela L. Dunning, and Ye Eun Charlotte Chun. ( re5 MOTION for Pro Hac Vice Appearance of Attorney David H. Herrington, Angela L. Dunning, and Ye Eun Charlotte Chun )( Payment of $ 150, receipt number ADEDC-4642872).(Loughman, Paul) |
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Summons Issued as to PETNET Solutions, Inc. on 3/21/2025; Siemens AG on 3/21/2025; Siemens Corporation on 3/21/2025; Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. on 3/21/2025; Siemens Industry Software, Inc. on 3/21/2025; Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. on 3/21/2025; Siemens Mobility, Inc. on 3/21/2025.(mpb) |
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MOTION for Pro Hac Vice Appearance of Attorneys David H. Herrington, Angela L. Dunning, and Ye Eun Charlotte Chun - filed by VMware LLC. (mpb) |
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Disclosure Statement pursuant to Rule 7.1: identifying Other Affiliate Broadcom Inc. for VMware LLC filed by VMware LLC. (mpb) |
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Report to the Register of Copyrights for Copyright Number(s)TX 9-476-700; TX 9-476-775; TX 9-476-773; TX 9-476-766; TX 9-476-769; TX 9-477-063; TX 9-477-055; TX 9-477-058; TX 9-477-059; TX 9-476-970; TX 9-476-963; TX 9-476-974; TX 9-476-979; TX 9-476-702; TX 9-476-699; TX 9-476-763; TX 9-476-772; TX 9-476-777; TX 9-476-783; TX 9-477-075; TX 9-476-905; TX 9-477-079; TX 9-477-072; TX 9-477-070; TX 9-477-064; TX 9-477-054; TX 9-477-043; TX 9-477-103; TX 9-476-029; TX 9-476-031; TX 9-476-034; TX 9-476-036; TX 9-480-367; TX 9-480-022; TX 9-480-089; TX 9-480-017; TX 9-480-016; TX 9-480-371; TX 9-480-415; TX 9-480-113. (mpb) |
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Notice, Consent and Referral forms re: U.S. Magistrate Judge jurisdiction. (mpb) |
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COMPLAINT for Copyright Infringement with Jury Demand against PETNET Solutions, Inc., Siemens AG, Siemens Corporation, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc., Siemens Industry Software, Inc., Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Siemens Mobility, Inc. (Filing fee $ 405, receipt number ADEDC-4642790) - filed by VMware LLC.(mpb) |
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