Gilead to be awarded attorney fees after Merck patent battle

The US District Court for the Northern District of California decided yesterday, August 11, that Gilead should be entitled to attorneys’ fees following a lawsuit in which Merck was found guilty of misconduct.

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Gilead to be awarded attorney fees after Merck patent battle

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