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Prior to the introduction of the Mag-Lite® flashlight in 1979, the flashlight was generally regarded as an unreliable item that was typically thrown away after a short time due to its inferior quality. That all changed when, after spending years perfecting the design and applying his unique patented technology, Anthony Maglica revolutionized the portable lighting industry.
Mag Defends Intellectual Property Rights
"It is Mag's worldwide policy to act decisively against illicit product copying and other infringements of its intellectual property rights. Over the years Mag has achieved many multimillion-dollar court victories and large-scale customs seizures. In addition, Mag has settled hundreds of infringement claims out of court, generally with the infringer agreeing not only to desist but also to pay compensation. Here are some examples of Mag's recent activities in defense of its IP rights:"....
Litigation Cases:
- Mag Instrument v. Ampercell
- Mag Instrument v. Sears
- Mag Instrument, Inc. v. Asahi Electric Co., Ltd., Case No. H13-Wa-10905 (Osaka District Court), Case No. H15-Ne-249 (Osaka High Court)
- Mag Instrument, Inc. v. Bison Sportslights, Inc., et al., Case No. CV-023187
- Mag Instrument, Inc. v. J. Baxter Brinkmann International, et al., CA3-86-04274
- Mag Instrument, Inc. v. Streamlight, Inc. I, CV86-2145 SVW (Kx)
This patent is listed on Patently-O as one of the Most Litigated Patents 2005-2007
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