In a significant legal development, a federal jury in Marshall, Texas, has awarded Collision Communications Inc. Approximately $445.5 million in damages, ruling that Samsung Electronics willfully infringed upon four of its wireless communication patents. These patents pertain to technologies enhancing the efficiency of 4G, 5G, and Wi-Fi networks. They are utilized in various Samsung products, including Galaxy smartphones and laptops.
The jury’s unanimous decision underscores the growing trend of substantial patent infringement verdicts in the Eastern District of Texas, a jurisdiction known for its favorable stance toward patent holders.
The Origins of the Dispute
Collision Communications, based in Peterborough, New Hampshire, initiated the lawsuit against Samsung in 2023. The company acquired the disputed patents from defense contractor BAE Systems nearly 15 years ago, with the intention of commercializing the technology in the cellular industry.
The patents focus on methods to reduce signal interference in network communications, ensuring clearer communication on congested networks. Although BAE Systems developed the technology, it is not a party to the current litigation.
Legal Proceedings and Jury’s Findings
The trial commenced on October 3, 2025, with an eight-member jury hearing four days of testimony before deliberating. The jury returned a unanimous verdict on October 10, 2025, finding that Samsung had willfully infringed upon Collision’s patents.
The awarded damages precisely matched the amount requested by Collision’s legal team. The jury was presented with evidence indicating that Samsung had engaged in extensive discussions with Collision Communications between 2011 and 2014 regarding a potential business partnership, during which the patent portfolio was a topic of conversation.
Implications and Industry Impact
This verdict adds to a series of significant patent infringement cases in the Eastern District of Texas, highlighting the region’s role as a critical venue for patent litigation. Samsung has faced multiple substantial verdicts in recent years, including a $279 million judgment in April 2025 for infringing on wireless communication patents held by Headwater Research LLC.
These cases reflect the increasing scrutiny of major technology companies’ adherence to intellectual property rights and the potential financial consequences of patent infringement.
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