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Ortiz & Associates Consulting, LLC Sues
Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America.
In a recent filing in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Ortiz & Associates Consulting, LLC has initiated a civil action against Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America, alleging patent infringement. The lawsuit, designated as Civil Action No. 7:24-cv-00274, demands a jury trial and seeks relief concerning U.S. Patent No. 9,549,285, referred to as the “Patent-in-Suit.”
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Overview of the Parties
Ortiz & Associates Consulting, LLC, the plaintiff, is a limited liability company based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The defendant, Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America, operates under the name Sharp Business Systems and is incorporated in New Jersey. The defendant has a significant presence in Texas, having expanded its operations in the state after acquiring customer service contracts from Meridian Office Systems in 2016.Jurisdiction and Venue
The court asserts original jurisdiction over the case under 28 U.S.C. ยงยง 1331 and 1338(a), given that the claims arise from federal patent law. The court also maintains personal jurisdiction over Sharp, as the company has established contacts and conducts substantial business in Texas, particularly in the Midland/Odessa division. Venue is deemed proper, as the defendant has allegedly committed acts of infringement within the district.The Allegations
Ortiz claims that Sharp has knowingly introduced products and services that infringe upon the methods and processes covered by the ‘285 patent into the Texas market. The plaintiff argues that this infringement constitutes a violation of patent laws and seeks legal remedies, including potential damages for the alleged unauthorized use of its patented technology.As this case unfolds, it highlights the ongoing tensions in the tech industry surrounding patent rights and the enforcement of intellectual property laws, particularly in regions with burgeoning tech markets like Texas.
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