1749 (2014) has been a real game changer as far as
increasing the case - by - case discretion conferred on district judges to determine if a case is exceptional for purposes of
awarding fees against a losing patent infringement
litigant.
The Tompkins Court staff received the
award because of their outstanding usage and promotion of the Family Court DIY Form programs,
increasing access to justice for unrepresented
litigants.