Spectrum Brands, Inc. v. The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A
1:24-cv-04849
Overview
Case Number
1:24-cv-04849
Filing Date
2024-06-11
Status
Litigation filed
Court
District Court, N.D. Illinois
Nature of Suit
830 Patent
Parties
Defendant
The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A
Represented By
0 Attorneys Listed
No attorneys available
Plaintiff
Court & Judges
Court
District Court, N.D. Illinois
Presiding Judge
John Joseph Tharp Jr.
Patents Involved
No asserted patent numbers detected in initial docket filings yet.
Docket Entries
COMPLAINT filed by Spectrum Brands, Inc., Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC; Jury Demand. Filing fee $ 405, receipt number AILNDC-22131087. (Attachments: # 1 Schedule A, # 2 Exhibit 1, # 3 Exhibit 2, # 4 Exhibit 3, # 5 Exhibit 4, # 6 Exhibit 5)(Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
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EXHIBIT by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Schedule A regarding complaint, 1 (Turner, Michael) Modified on 8/8/2024 (smb, ). (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
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CIVIL Cover Sheet (Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. by Michael R. Turner (Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
1
MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice Filing fee $ 150, receipt number AILNDC-22131331. William E. Manske (Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
1
MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice Filing fee $ 150, receipt number AILNDC-22131343. David Martinez (Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
1
ATTORNEY Appearance for Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. by Charles Shih (Shih, Charles) (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
1
NOTIFICATION of Affiliates pursuant to Local Rule 3.2 by Spectrum Brands, Inc. (Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
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NOTIFICATION of Affiliates pursuant to Local Rule 3.2 by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC (Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
1
Notice of Claims Involving Patents or Trademarks by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. (Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
1
MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. for temporary restraining order including temporary injunction, temporary asset restraint, and expedited discovery (Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
1
MEMORANDUM by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. in support of motion for temporary restraining order 11 (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Ashley Moody, # 2 Declaration of Mike R. Turner)(Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
1
EXHIBIT by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Declaration of Ashley Moody regarding memorandum in support of motion 12 (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 1, # 2 Exhibit 2 part 1 of 2, # 3 Exhibit 2 part 2 of 2)(Turner, Michael) Modified on 8/8/2024 (smb, ). (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
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MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. to seal document exhibit, 13, exhibit 2 (Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
1
MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc.for Electronic Service of Process Pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 4(f)(3) (Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
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MEMORANDUM by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. in support of motion for miscellaneous relief 15 (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Mike R. Turner)(Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/11/2024)
2024-06-11
1
MAILED patent report to Patent Trademark Office, Alexandria VA. (evw, ) (Entered: 06/12/2024)
2024-06-12
1
CLERK'S NOTICE: Pursuant to Local Rule 73.1(b), a United States Magistrate Judge of this court is available to conduct all proceedings in this civil action. If all parties consent to have the currently assigned United States Magistrate Judge conduct all proceedings in this case, including trial, the entry of final judgment, and all post-trial proceedings, all parties must sign their names on the attached Consent To form. This consent form is eligible for filing only if executed by all parties. The parties can also express their consent to jurisdiction by a magistrate judge in any joint filing, including the Joint Initial Status Report or proposed Case Management Order. (daj, )
2024-06-12
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CASE ASSIGNED to the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr. Designated as Magistrate Judge the Honorable Maria Valdez. Case assignment: Random assignment. (Civil Category 1). (daj, )
2024-06-12
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clerk's notice
2024-06-12
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case assigned
2024-06-12
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Attorneys William Maske and David Martinez's motions for leave to appear pro hac vice 5 6 are granted. Counsel have leave to file their appearances on the docket. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 06/14/2024)
2024-06-14
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MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. for temporary restraining order including temporary injunction, temporary asset restraint, and expedited discovery (Renewed) (Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/27/2024)
2024-06-27
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MEMORANDUM by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. in support of motion for temporary restraining order 20 (Renewed) (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Ashley Moody, # 2 Declaration of Mike R. Turner)(Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/27/2024)
2024-06-27
1
EXHIBIT by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Supplemental Declaration of Ashley Moody regarding memorandum in support of motion 21 (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 1, # 2 Exhibit 2 part 1 of 2, # 3 Exhibit 2 part 2 of 2, # 4 Exhibit 3)(Turner, Michael) Modified on 8/8/2024 (smb, ). (Entered: 06/27/2024)
2024-06-27
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MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. to seal document exhibit, 22 (Turner, Michael) (Entered: 06/27/2024)
2024-06-27
1
MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: The plaintiff is directed to submit a proposed order on the renewed motion for TRO that contains an updated schedule A to this Court's proposed order inbox, Proposed_Order_Tharp@ilnd.uscourts.gov. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 07/01/2024)
2024-07-01
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. by David Martinez (Martinez, David) (Entered: 07/02/2024)
2024-07-02
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. by William Earl Manske (Manske, William) (Entered: 07/02/2024)
2024-07-02
1
MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: The plaintiff is directed to submit its revised schedule A to the Court's proposed order inbox in Microsoft Word format. The email transmitting the properly formatted revised schedule A must also identify for the Court the exact number of defendants that remain in the revised schedule A. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 07/02/2024)
2024-07-02
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:On the grounds set forth in the motion, plaintiff's ex parte motion for TRO 20 is granted. Plaintiff's motions for leave to file under seal 14 23 and for electronic service of process 15 are granted. Enter temporary restraining order. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 07/08/2024)
2024-07-08
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SEALED Temporary Restraining Order Signed by the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr on 7/8/2024. Mailed notice(air, ) (Entered: 07/08/2024)
2024-07-08
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Plaintiff's motion to extend the temporary restraining order 31 is granted. The first motion to extend 30 is denied as moot. Enter order. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 07/17/2024)
2024-07-17
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EXTENSION of Temporary Restraining Orde. Signed by the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr on 7/17/2024:Mailed notice(air, ) (Entered: 07/17/2024)
2024-07-17
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SURETY BOND in the amount of $ 87,000 posted by Spectrum Brands, Inc. (Document not scanned) (rc, ) (Entered: 07/19/2024)
2024-07-18
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SUMMONS Issued as to Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A (mcp, )
2024-07-19
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summons issued
2024-07-19
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A by Michael T. Griggs for U&ME Innovation Technology Company Limited (Defendant No. 2 on Schedule A) (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 07/24/2024)
2024-07-24
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A by Michael T. Griggs for Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited (Defendant No. 23 on Schedule A) (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 07/24/2024)
2024-07-24
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A by Michael T. Griggs Genhigh Tech Co., Limited (Defendant No. 58 on Schedule A) (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 07/26/2024)
2024-07-26
1
ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A by Michael T. Griggs Jihai Technology Shenzhen Co., Ltd. (Defendant No. 59 on Schedule A) (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 07/26/2024)
2024-07-26
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A by Michael T. Griggs Shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye (Defendant No. 57 on Schedule A) (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 07/26/2024)
2024-07-26
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A by Michael T. Griggs jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi (Defendant No. 60 on Schedule A) (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 07/26/2024)
2024-07-26
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant Ningbo City Banana International Business Co. Ltd. by Zheng Gong (Gong, Zheng) (Entered: 07/29/2024)
2024-07-29
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SUMMONS Returned Executed by Spectrum Brands, Inc., Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC as to Spectrum Brands, Inc. on 7/19/2024, answer due 8/9/2024; Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC on 7/19/2024, answer due 8/9/2024. (Manske, William) (Entered: 07/29/2024)
2024-07-29
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A by Michael T. Griggs Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd. (Defendant No. 45 on Schedule A) (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 07/31/2024)
2024-07-31
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MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. for preliminary injunction (Manske, William) (Entered: 07/31/2024)
2024-07-31
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MEMORANDUM by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. in support of motion for preliminary injunction 44 (Manske, William) (Entered: 07/31/2024)
2024-07-31
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DECLARATION of William E. Manske regarding motion for preliminary injunction 44 (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit 1, # 2 Exhibit Exhibit 2, # 3 Exhibit Exhibit 3, # 4 Exhibit Exhibit 4)(Manske, William) (Entered: 07/31/2024)
2024-07-31
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MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice Filing fee $ 150, receipt number AILNDC-22310564. Motion to appear and participate on behalf of Defendants No. 57, 60, 58, 59, 45, 2, and 23 on Schedule A. (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/01/2024)
2024-08-01
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MOTION by Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A to vacate order 33, SEALED Order 29 Emergency Motion (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 08/01/2024)
2024-08-01
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DECLARATION of Michael T. Griggs regarding motion to vacate 48 (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - File History Excerpt, # 2 Exhibit B - the '250 patent, # 3 Exhibit C - the '815 patent, # 4 Exhibit D - Claim Chart)(Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 08/01/2024)
2024-08-01
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SEALED DOCUMENT by Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A Declaration of Minming Gu (Attorney Eyes Only) (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 08/01/2024)
2024-08-01
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MOTION by Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A to seal document sealed document 50 (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 08/01/2024)
2024-08-01
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MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice Filing fee $ 150, receipt number AILNDC-22315738. (Lin, Marriam) (Entered: 08/01/2024)
2024-08-01
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Emergency Judge Lindsay C. Jenkins: Hearing on Defendants' emergency motion to dissolve the TRO 48 is set for 8/2/24 at 12:00 PM. Parties should call 877-336-1831; access code 1038210. Mailed notice. (dm, ) (Entered: 08/02/2024)
2024-08-02
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MOTION by Defendant Petbobi to amend/correct /modify the Asset Restraint Under the Temporary Restraining Order [ECF 33] (Attachments: # 1 Declaration Declaration of Hongliang Ye)(Wolfgram, Pete) (Entered: 08/02/2024)
2024-08-02
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MOTION by Defendant Petbobi to amend/correct /modify the Asset Restraint Under the Temporary Restraining Order [ECF 33] (Attachments: # 1 Declaration Declaration of Hongliang Ye)(Wolfgram, Pete) (Entered: 08/02/2024)
2024-08-02
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Emergency Judge Lindsay C. Jenkins: Telephonic status hearing held. The parties are directed to meet and confer on the asset freeze as to the relevant Defendants and jointly email Judge Jenkins's proposed order box with an agreed amount for a modified asset freeze. A proposed modification order should be forwarded to the proposed order box. Proposed_order_jenkins@ilnd.uscourts.gov. Plaintiff's response to the motion to vacate the TRO 48 is due by August 7, 2024 and the relevant Defendants' reply is due no later than August 14, 2024. Mailed notice. (dm, ) (Entered: 08/02/2024)
2024-08-02
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Emergency Judge Lindsay C. Jenkins: The temporary restraining order entered at 29 by Judge Tharp is modified consistent with the order provided by the parties following the telephonic hearing on the motion to vacate. As stated in the Order, Defendant No. 57 may transfer or dispose of any money or other assets in Defendant No. 57's financial account with Amazon, so long as the account maintains a minimum balance of $500,000. Defendant Nos. 58, 59 and 60 may transfer or dispose of money or other assets in their respective accounts so long as that account maintains a minimum of 25% of the account balance as of the date of this order. Separate order to issue. Mailed notice. (dm, ) (Entered: 08/02/2024)
2024-08-02
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ORDER TO MODIFY THE TEMPORARY RESTRAINING ORDER AND EXTENSION OF TEMPORARY RESTRAINING ORDER Signed by the Honorable Lindsay C. Jenkins on 8/2/2024. Mailed notice. (dm, ) (Entered: 08/02/2024)
2024-08-02
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ENTERED in Error (Zandi, Charles) Modified on 8/5/2024 (td, ). (Entered: 08/02/2024)
2024-08-02
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:A telephone conference is set on 8/5/24 at 1:30 p.m. For instructions regarding participation in, or access to, the telephone hearing, see the standing order on telephone hearings on Judge Tharp's web page (https://www.ilnd.uscourts.gov/judge-info.aspx?79eF+7uiX7ewBj/ITKrjoA==). Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/05/2024)
2024-08-05
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TRANSCRIPT OF PROCEEDINGS held on 08/02/2024 before the Honorable Lindsay C. Jenkins. Order Number: 49458. Court Reporter Contact Information: Rosemary Scarpelli, Rosemary_Scarpelli@ilnd.uscourts.gov, (312)435-5885, on behalf of Charles Zandi. IMPORTANT: The transcript may be viewed at the court's public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through the Court Reporter/Transcriber or PACER. For further information on the redaction process, see the Court's web site at www.ilnd.uscourts.gov under Quick Links select Policy Regarding the Availability of Transcripts of Court Proceedings. Redaction Request due 8/26/2024. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 9/5/2024. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 11/4/2024. (Scarpelli, Rosemary) (Entered: 08/05/2024)
2024-08-05
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendants Buenjoy, LMVVC, Favoriwere by Adam Edward Urbanczyk (Urbanczyk, Adam) (Entered: 08/05/2024)
2024-08-05
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant Ningbo City Banana International Business Co. Ltd. by Sen Wang (Wang, Sen) (Entered: 08/05/2024)
2024-08-05
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MOTION by Defendants Buenjoy, Favoriwere, LMVVC to set a briefing schedule and unseal [Dkts. 13, 22] (Urbanczyk, Adam) (Entered: 08/05/2024)
2024-08-05
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Hearing held 8/5/24. The TRO 29 33 remains in effect except as modified by Judge Jenkins' 8/2/24 order 56, and it will be extended against the defendants beyond the 28-day limit while the motion for preliminary injunction is pending, i.e., until the Court reaches a decision on the motion. This extension is technically a conversion of the TRO to an enforceable preliminary injunction subject to appellate review. H-D Michigan, LLC v. Hellenic Duty Free Shops S.A., 694 F.3d 827, 844-45 (7th Cir. 2012) (holding that a district court may extend the duration of a TRO beyond the statutory limit and without consent of the enjoined party until it reaches a decision on a preliminary injunction by technically converting the TRO into an enforceable preliminary injunction subject to appellate review). Further motions/briefs seeking to modify the asset restraint are due by 8/8/24 at 12 p.m. (noon); responses due by 8/12/24. Defendants Buenjoy, LMVVC, Favoriwere's motion to unseal 63 is granted. The Clerk is directed to unseal docket items 2, 13, and 22. A briefing schedule as to Plaintiffs' motion for Preliminary Injunction 44 will be set once the Court has addressed the asset restraint issues. Motion 63 is terminated based on the relief granted by this entry. Plaintiff is ordered to enter in CM/ECF no later than 8/12/24 each defendant named in the original Schedule A as a party in this case (where a defendant has been dismissed, the CM/ECF entry should reflect that status). For instructions as to how to add parties to the case docket, see https://www.ilnd.uscourts.gov/Videos.aspx?folder=_cmecf&play=Add_Terminate.mp4. Lastly, the parties are instructed to include the defendants' "defendant numbers" as identified in the schedule A to the TRO when referring to any defendants in all future filings. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/06/2024)
2024-08-05
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Attorney Geoffrey Behr's motion for leave to appear pro hac vice 47 is granted. Counsel is directed to file an appearance on the docket. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/06/2024)
2024-08-06
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Attorney Marriam Lin's motion for leave to appear pro hac vice 52 is granted. Counsel is directed to file an appearance on the docket. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/06/2024)
2024-08-06
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A by Geoffrey Behr appearing on behalf of Defendant 45 (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/06/2024)
2024-08-06
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A by Geoffrey Behr appearing on behalf of Defendant 57 (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/06/2024)
2024-08-06
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A by Geoffrey Behr appearing on behalf of Defendant 60 (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/06/2024)
2024-08-06
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A by Geoffrey Behr appearing on behalf of Defendant 58 (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/06/2024)
2024-08-06
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A by Geoffrey Behr appearing on behalf of Defendant 59 (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/06/2024)
2024-08-06
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A by Geoffrey Behr appearing on behalf of Defendant 2 (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/06/2024)
2024-08-06
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A by Geoffrey Behr appearing on behalf of Defendant 23 (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/06/2024)
2024-08-06
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associates Identified in Schedule A by Marriam Lin (Lin, Marriam) (Entered: 08/06/2024)
2024-08-06
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MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice Filing fee $ 150, receipt number AILNDC-22338115. (Goonan, Gregory) (Entered: 08/07/2024)
2024-08-07
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MOTION by Defendant Ningbo City Banana International Business Co. Ltd. for extension of time to file answer regarding complaint, 1 UNOPPOSED (Gong, Zheng) (Entered: 08/07/2024)
2024-08-07
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NEW PARTIES: (Def. 51) Zhikang Yangzhou Huanbaokeji Co., Ltd, (Def. 52) chengduliuhaotingshangmaoyouxiangongsi, (Def. 53) NING BO JUN WU ZHI NENG KE JI YOU XIAN GONG SI, (Def. 54) Suzhoulejiayingxinxiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 55) hangzhouyingshikejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 56) TIANJINSHIJIAQIXINXIKEJIYOUXIANGONGSI, (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi, (Def. 61) DongGuan Shi Yue An DianZiKeJi YouXian GongSi, (Def. 62) Dong Guan Shi Peng Xuan Dian Zi Shang Wu You Xian Gong Si, (Def. 63) Shenzhenshimatierhaokejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 64) GuangZhouShi WanBei JinChuKouYouXianGongSi, (Def. 65) NINGBO JUYOU DIANZISHANGWU YOUXIANGONGSI, (Def. 66) Jinchannel import & export Co.,Ltd, (Def. 67) Foshanshihaochenmaoyiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 68) Ningbo xiangshu dianzishangwu youxiangongsi, (Def. 69) hangzhoushiyuansuwangluokejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 70) hubeishengxunyinshangmaoyouxiangongsi, (Def. 71) Su Qian Yi Jie Zhi Neng Jia Ju You Xian Gong Si, (Def. 72) sheng yang, (Def. 73) Aimei Paper Technology Development Co., Ltd, (Def. 74) zhuhaishixuhuizaishengziyuanhuishouyouxiangongsi and (Def. 75) weifangchangbiyuanchongwuyongpinyouxiangongsi added to case caption. (Turner, Michael)
2024-08-07
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NEW PARTIES: (Def. 76) fujianjiukesongjinchukoumaoyiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 77) suzhou yijie huanbaokeji youxiangongsi, (Def. 78) SuiNingFengRuiQiShangMaoYouXianGongSi, (Def. 79) suheguangzhouhuazhuangpinkejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 80) Ningbo Invo Import and Export Co., Ltd, (Def. 81) Suzhou Nadi Yuntong Trading Co.,Ltd., (Def. 82) Roujuan Wang, (Def. 83) YIWUSHIRUIYUKEJIYOUXIANGONGSI, (Def. 84) Shenzhenshi Chenhuixinkejiyouxiangongsi - Na Yao, (Def. 85) USHOW GLOBAL BUSINESS CO., LIMITED, (Def. 86) BESTVAC GLOBAL BUSINESS CO., LIMITED, (Def. 87) weifangxihagouwenhuachuanboyouxiangongsi, (Def. 88) SHENZHENSHI RENFANGKEJI YOUXIAN GONGSI, (Def. 89) Hefeishixiluoshangwuzixunyouxiangongsi, (Def. 90) dongguanshimanshuodianzishangwuyouxiangongsi, (Def. 91) Guangzhou Huanzhengdianzichanpin youxiangongsi, (Def. 92) ZHIYING FAN, (Def. 93) YI WU SHI CHEN RONG JIN CHU KOU YOU XIAN GONG SI, (Def. 94) Guangzhouhongbaidamaoyiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 95) Guangzhou Haiyi Electronic Commerce Co., Ltd, (Def. 96) WEIERSHENG Electric Appliance Company Limited, (Def. 97) Ningboyingxingdianzikejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 98) wuhangaohaokejiyouxianzerengongsi, (Def. 99) Yiwu Weihantong Electronic Commerce Co., Ltd., (Def. 100) Shenzhenshikaishikejiyouxiangongsi and (Def. 101) tianjinshituokedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi added to case caption. (Turner, Michael)
2024-08-07
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NEW PARTIES: (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED, (Def. 3) shenzhenshichuangzhihulianwangyouxiangongsi, (Def. 4) SHENZHENSHITUOXINMAOYIYOUXIANGONGSI, (Def. 5) shenzhenshisanmiaoshijuekejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 6) shenzhenniuweikejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 7 ) chuanfeng wu, (Def. 8) Shenzhenshi wofuboyuan technology limited company, (Def. 9) Shenzhen Chengxin Technology Co., Ltd., (Def. 10) shenzhenshifatumaizhinengkejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 11) Shenzhenshi Bitenda Technology Co., Ltd, (Def. 12) zhuhaibuenqikejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 13) hefeizoubengwangluokejiyouxiangongsi, (Def 14. ) Guangzhou Jichuan Technology Co., Ltd, (Def. 15) dongguanshihuiyajunmaoyiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 16) yiwushihaomingkejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 18) Nanjing Xuanzhong Electronics Co.,Ltd, (Def. 19) SHENZHENSHIYIZHILONGKUAJINGDIANSHANGYOUXIANGONGSI, (Def. 20) ningboshichuanshidianqikejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 21) guangzhoushixiongxingkejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 22) Shenzhen Xingge Industrial Design Co., Ltd., (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited, (Def. 24) Shenzhenheweishenggongyinglianguanliyouxiangongsi and (Def. 25) Shenzhen Fangshuoshi Technology Co.,Ltd added to case caption. (Turner, Michael)
2024-08-07
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party added
2024-08-07
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NEW PARTIES: (Def. 1) guangzhouhuaqunmaoyiyouxiangongsi added to case caption. (Turner, Michael)
2024-08-07
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No Actions
NEW PARTIES: (Def. 26) Shenzhen Yixin Craft Gift Co., Ltd, (Def. 27) foshanshiketeruikejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 28) Shenzhenshimingrunwangluokejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 29) shandongyixunxinxikejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 30) shenzhenshiabantukejiyouxiangongsi, (Def 31.) EAST CULTY COMMERCIAL LIMITED, (Def. 32) Guang Dong Qian Xun Pu Le Sheng Wu Ke Ji You Xian Gong Si, (Def. 33) Quanzhou Fengze District Nano Trading Co., Ltd., (Def. 34) WANG XIAOYAN, (Def. 35) Deepsight Technology Company Limited, (Def. 36) cixitongbangdianzishangwuyouxianzerengongsi, (Def. 37) ShenZhenShiXiYouKeJiYouXianGongSi, (Def. 38) Shenzhenshi Ruikekejiyouxiangongsi, (Def. 39) guangzhoushi 108 shenxinling jiankang zixun co.,Ltd, (Def. 40) linxianzhenhuarizamenshibu, (Def. 41) Jia Xing Shu Hong Trading Co., ltd., (Def. 42) ShenZhenShiFuTianQuYuanKaiSiMengDianZiShangHang, (Def. 43) shenzhenshi xunshijiekeji youxiangongsi, (Def. 44) Hongkong Lanze Trade Limited, (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd., (Def. 46) guchengxianzuiheshangmaoyouxiangongsi, (Def. 47) PANLIJUAN, (Def. 48) suzhousulaimidianzishangwuyouxiangongsi, (Def. 49) weifangxukunchongwuyongpinyouxiangongsi and (Def. 50) cixishishengaodianqikejiyouxiangongsi added to case caption. (Turner, Michael)
2024-08-07
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No Actions
MOTION by Defendants Buenjoy, Favoriwere, LMVVC to vacate SEALED Order 29 (asset restraint) (Urbanczyk, Adam) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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MOTION by Defendant (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd. to vacate order 33, SEALED Order 29 (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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SEALED DOCUMENT by Defendant (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd. Declaration of Shaoling Zhao (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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MOTION by Defendant (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd. to seal document sealed document 79 (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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MOTION by Defendant (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED to vacate order 33, SEALED Order 29 (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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SEALED DOCUMENT by Defendant (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED Declaration of Zhanghua (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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MOTION by Defendant (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED to seal document sealed document 82 (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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MOTION by Defendant (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited to vacate order 33, SEALED Order 29 (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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SEALED DOCUMENT by Defendant (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited Declaration of Lin Chunfeng (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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MOTION by Defendant (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited to seal document sealed document 85 (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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MOTION by Defendants (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi to vacate order 57 to completely lift the asset freeze (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant (Def. 72) sheng yang by Qin Li (Li, Qin) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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MOTION by Defendant (Def. 72) sheng yang to amend/correct order 33, SEALED Order 29 modify the Asset Restraint Under the Temporary Restraining Order (Attachments: # 1 Declaration Declaration of Limin Li, # 2 Exhibit Exhibit A)(Li, Qin) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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MOTION by Defendant Ningbo City Banana International Business Co. Ltd. to amend/correct SEALED Order 29 to Lift Asset Restraint (Attachments: # 1 Supplement Memorandum in Support of Motion)(Gong, Zheng) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant (Def. 66) Jinchannel import & export Co.,Ltd by Gregory P Goonan (Goonan, Gregory) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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MOTION by Defendant (Def. 66) Jinchannel import & export Co.,Ltd for extension of time to File Motion to Modify Asset Restraint (Goonan, Gregory) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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RESPONSE by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. to MOTION by Defendant (Def. 66) Jinchannel import & export Co.,Ltd for extension of time to File Motion to Modify Asset Restraint 92 (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Attorney Gregory Goonan's motion for leave to appear pro hac vice 75 is granted. Counsel has leave to appear pro hac vice. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/08/2024)
2024-08-08
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Defendant No. 66's motion for extension of time 92 is granted. Defendant No. 66's motion to modify the asset restraint will be due Monday, August 12, 2024. Plaintiff's deadline to respond to all motions to modify the asset restraints is extended to Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/09/2024)
2024-08-09
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Defendant no. 17's unopposed motion for extension of time to answer or otherwise plead 76 is granted. Its answer or other response to the complaint is due 9/20/24. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/09/2024)
2024-08-09
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MOTION by Defendant (Def. 66) Jinchannel import & export Co.,Ltd to vacate SEALED Order 29 /To Vacate or Modify Asset Restraint (Attachments: # 1 Memorandum of Law, # 2 Declaration of Junhan Li, # 3 Exhibit A, # 4 Exhibit B)(Goonan, Gregory) (Entered: 08/12/2024)
2024-08-12
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MOTION by Defendant (Def. 66) Jinchannel import & export Co.,Ltd for joinder /Joinder In Docket ##48, 77, 90 (Goonan, Gregory) (Entered: 08/12/2024)
2024-08-12
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ANSWER to Complaint by (Def. 66) Jinchannel import & export Co.,Ltd(Goonan, Gregory) (Entered: 08/12/2024)
2024-08-12
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/14/2024)
2024-08-14
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/14/2024)
2024-08-14
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MEMORANDUM by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. in Opposition to motion to vacate 81, motion to amend/correct 90, motion to vacate, 87, motion to vacate, 97, motion to vacate 78, motion to vacate 77, motion to amend/correct, 89, motion to vacate 84 (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/14/2024)
2024-08-14
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MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. for leave to file Certain Documents Under Seal (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/14/2024)
2024-08-14
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SEALED DOCUMENT by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Declaration Of William E. Manske in Support Of Plaintiffs' Opposition to Defendants' Motions To Modify the TRO Asset Restraint [DKT 102] (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/14/2024)
2024-08-14
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Exhibit by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Exhibit 1 to Declaration Of William E. Manske in Support Of Plaintiffs' Opposition to Defendants' Motions To Modify the TRO Asset Restraint [DKT 104] (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/14/2024)
2024-08-14
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SEALED DOCUMENT by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Exhibit 2 to Declaration Of William E. Manske in Support Of Plaintiffs' Opposition to Defendants' Motions To Modify the TRO Asset Restraint [DKT 104] (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/14/2024)
2024-08-14
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SEALED DOCUMENT by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Exhibit 3 to Declaration Of William E. Manske in Support Of Plaintiffs' Opposition to Defendants' Motions To Modify the TRO Asset Restraint [DKT 104] (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/14/2024)
2024-08-14
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Defendant no. 66's motion 98 for joinder in the motion to dissolve the TRO 48, the motion to vacate asset restraint 77, and the motion to lift asset freeze [90-1] is granted as to the arguments specified in the motion. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/15/2024)
2024-08-15
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiffs' notices of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 100 101, defendant nos. 1, 65, 71, 76, 77, 93, and 17 are dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/15/2024)
2024-08-15
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Plaintiffs' motion for leave to file certain documents under seal 103 is granted. As such, plaintiffs' unredacted versions of the Declaration of William E. Manske 104 and Exhibits 2 and 3 thereto 106 107, provisionally under seal pending order, are permitted to remain under seal. Plaintiffs are given until 8/19/24 to file redacted versions of these documents on the docket. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/15/2024)
2024-08-15
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Joint Notice of Settlement and Dismissal, and of Withdrawal of Defendant No. 72's Motion to Modify Asset Restraint [Dkt. 89] (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/15/2024)
2024-08-15
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant (Def. 66) Jinchannel import & export Co.,Ltd by David M Zinder (Zinder, David) (Entered: 08/15/2024)
2024-08-15
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Joint Notice of Withdrawal of Defendant No. 66's Motion to Modify Asset Restraint [Dkt. 97] (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/16/2024)
2024-08-16
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Upon receipt of the plaintiff's notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 72, defendant no. 72 is dismissed from this case. In view of this dismissal, defendant no. 72's motion to modify asset restraint 89 is withdrawn without prejudice. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/16/2024)
2024-08-16
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Upon review of the parties' joint notice of withdrawal 113, defendant no. 66's motion to vacate or modify asset restraint 97 is withdrawn without prejudice. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/16/2024)
2024-08-16
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Given the Court's dismissal of defendant no. 17 109, defendant no. 17's motion to lift asset freeze 90 is withdrawn without prejudice. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/16/2024)
2024-08-16
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon review of certain motions to vacate or modify the asset restraint 54 77, the Court observes that defendants Petbobi, Buenjoy, LMVVC, and Favoriwere do not appear to be listed as numbered defendants on the docket. Plaintiffs are ordered to file a revised schedule A with numbered entries for these defendants. The Court further observes that attorney Pete Wolfgram has not entered an appearance on behalf of defendant Petbobi. Wolfgram is directed to do so. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/16/2024)
2024-08-16
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:The motions for leave to file documents under seal by defendant nos. 57-60 51, defendant no. 45 80, defendant no. 2 83, and defendant no. 23 86 are granted. As such, the unredacted declarations of Minming Gu 50, Shaoling Zhao 79, Zhanghua 82, and Lin Chunfeng 85, provisionally under seal pending order, are permitted to remain under seal. Defendant nos. 2, 24, 45, and 57-60 are given until 8/21/24 to file redacted versions of these documents on the docket or explain why redaction is not possible. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/16/2024)
2024-08-16
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant Oakzip, dba Petbobi by Pete Scott Wolfgram (Wolfgram, Pete) (Entered: 08/16/2024)
2024-08-16
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Joint Notice of Settlement And Dismissal, And of Withdrawal of Defendant Petbobi's [Defendant No. 68] Motion to Modify Asset Restraint[DKT 54] (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/16/2024)
2024-08-16
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Amended Schedule A by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 1)(Manske, William) (Entered: 08/17/2024)
2024-08-16
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Upon receipt of the plaintiff's notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 120, defendant no. 68 (Petbobi) is dismissed from this case. In view of this dismissal, defendant no. 68's motion to modify asset restraint 54 is withdrawn without prejudice. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/19/2024)
2024-08-19
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NOTICE by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. re order on motion for leave to file,, terminate motions, 110 Notice in Satisfaction Re Dkt. 110 (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/19/2024)
2024-08-19
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DECLARATION of William E. Manske regarding memorandum in opposition to motion, 102 Redacted Declaration of William E. Manske in Support of Plaintiffs' Opposition to Defendants' Motions to Modify the TRO Asset Restraint [DKT 102] (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit 2, # 2 Exhibit Exhibit 3)(Manske, William) (Entered: 08/19/2024)
2024-08-19
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ORDER Signed by the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr on 8/19/2024: For the reasons set forth in the Statement below, the motions by defendant nos. 57-60 48 87, defendant nos. 12 and 50 77, defendant no. 45 78, defendant no. 2 81, and defendant no. 23 84 to vacate or modify the asset restraint are granted in part and denied in part. Insofar as these motions seek vacatur of the temporary restraining order (TRO) as opposed to the asset restraint, the motions are denied without prejudice to renewal in the parties' preliminary injunction briefing. The TRO 29 as modified by Judge Jenkins' 8/2/24 order 56 remains in effect with the following additional modifications: Defendant no. 2 may transfer or dispose of any money or other assets in defendant no. 2's financial account with Amazon, so long as the account maintains a minimum balance of $500,000. Defendant no. 23 may transfer or dispose of any money or other assets in defendant no. 23's financial account with Amazon, so long as the account maintains a minimum balance of $50,000. Defendant no. 45 may transfer or dispose of any money or other assets in defendant no. 45's financial account with Amazon, so long as the account maintains a minimum balance of $35,000. Mailed notice(air, ) (Entered: 08/19/2024)
2024-08-19
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:The plaintiffs' motion for entry of a preliminary injunction 44 is taken under advisement. Responses due 8/30/24; reply due 9/13/24. A preliminary injunction hearing is set for 10/3/24 at 10:00 a.m. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/19/2024)
2024-08-19
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant Nos. 21 And 99 (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/20/2024)
2024-08-20
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiff's notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 127, defendant nos. 21 and 99 are dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/21/2024)
2024-08-21
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DECLARATION of Zhanghua regarding sealed document 82 (Redacted Version) (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/21/2024)
2024-08-21
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DECLARATION of Lin Chunfeng regarding sealed document 85 (Redacted Version) (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/21/2024)
2024-08-21
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DECLARATION of Shaoling Zhao regarding sealed document 79 (Redacted Version) (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/21/2024)
2024-08-21
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DECLARATION of Minming Gu regarding sealed document 50 (Redacted Version) (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/21/2024)
2024-08-21
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant (Def. 100) Shenzhenshikaishikejiyouxiangongsi by Mark K. Suri (Suri, Mark) (Entered: 08/23/2024)
2024-08-23
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant No. 100 (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/23/2024)
2024-08-23
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiff's notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 134, defendant no. 100 is dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/26/2024)
2024-08-26
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(a)(1) as to Defendant Nos. 8, 12, 13, 14, 20, and 95 (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/26/2024)
2024-08-26
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiff's notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 136, defendant nos. 8, 12, 13, 14, 20, and 95 are dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/27/2024)
2024-08-27
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REQUEST For Default Plaintiffs' Request For Clerk's Entry of Default (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/28/2024)
2024-08-28
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DECLARATION of William E. Manske regarding request for default 138 Declaration in Support of Plaintiffs' Request For Clerk's Entry of Default. (Manske, William) (Entered: 08/28/2024)
2024-08-28
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: The plaintiffs' request for Clerk's entry of default 138 is denied without prejudice, as the plaintiff has not adequately proved that the listed defendants have been served. The declaration of William E. Manske 139 notes that "the Complaint and summons [were] served on the Defaulting Defendants via Email and WeTransfer," and the returned summons 42 indicates that the plaintiffs "provided notice of the proceedings in this case and completed service... to all defendants identified in Schedule A." But neither piece of information identifies the specific email or WeTransfer addresses (corresponding to the specific defendants) served, and the Court will not direct the Clerk to enter a default without this information. The plaintiffs are afforded leave to file a declaration of service expressly identifying which defendants have received proper service (and which email and/or WeTransfer addresses were used) along with a renewed default request. Because a court may issue a preliminary injunction only on notice to adverse parties, Fed. R. Civ. P. 65(a)(1), this declaration shall include not only the defendants listed in the default request 138, but also all defendants against whom a preliminary injunction 44 is sought. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 08/29/2024)
2024-08-29
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RESPONSE by (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsiin Opposition to MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. for preliminary injunction 44 (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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SEALED DOCUMENT by Defendants (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi Declaration of Minming Gu (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B, # 3 Exhibit C, # 4 Exhibit D, # 5 Exhibit E, # 6 Exhibit F, # 7 Exhibit G, # 8 Exhibit H, # 9 Exhibit I, # 10 Exhibit J, # 11 Exhibit K)(Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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MOTION by Defendants (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi to seal document Motion to seal Declaration of Minming Gu (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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DECLARATION of Yi Li regarding response in opposition to motion, 141 (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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DECLARATION of Michael Griggs regarding response in opposition to motion, 141 (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit B, # 2 Exhibit C, # 3 Exhibit D, # 4 Exhibit F, # 5 Exhibit G, # 6 Exhibit H, # 7 Exhibit I, # 8 Exhibit J, # 9 Exhibit K)(Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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RESPONSE by (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITEDin Opposition to MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. for preliminary injunction 44 (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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DECLARATION of Zhanghua by Defendant (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B, # 3 Exhibit C)(Behr, Geoffrey) Modified on 1/15/2025 (rc, ). (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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MOTION by Defendant (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED to seal document sealed document 147 (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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RESPONSE by (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limitedin Opposition to MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. for preliminary injunction 44 (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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DECLARATION of Lin Chunfeng by Defendant (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B)(Behr, Geoffrey) Modified on 1/15/2025 (rc, ). (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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MOTION by Defendant (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited to seal document sealed document 150 (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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RESPONSE by (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd.in Opposition to MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. for preliminary injunction 44 (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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DECLARATION of Shaoling Zhao by Defendant (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B)(Behr, Geoffrey) Modified on 1/15/2025 (rc, ). (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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MOTION by Defendant (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd. to seal document sealed document 153 (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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RESPONSE by (Def. 66) Jinchannel import & export Co.,Ltd to MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. for preliminary injunction 44 (Goonan, Gregory) (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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RESPONSE by Defendants Buenjoy, Favoriwere, LMVVC to motion for preliminary injunction 44 (Urbanczyk, Adam) (Entered: 08/30/2024)
2024-08-30
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DIGITAL EXHIBIT submitted by (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi regarding 142 For more information, please visit https://www.ilnd.uscourts.gov/ExhibitDrop. If you wish to download a digital exhibit, please send your request to the Certified Copy Desk (CCD) inbox at CCD_ILND@ilnd.uscourts.gov. You will be provided with an invoice and charged according to the Fee Schedule. Once your payment has been processed, you will receive a URL via email to download the exhibit. (bi, ) (Entered: 09/03/2024)
2024-08-30
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: The defendants' motions for leave to file under seal 143 148 151 154 are granted. As such, the unredacted declarations of Minming Gu 142, Zhanghua 147, Lin Chunfeng 150, and Shaoling Zhao 153, provisionally under seal pending order, are permitted to remain under seal. Defendant nos. 2, 23, 45, and 57-60 are given until 9/13/24 to file redacted versions of these documents (and their accompanying materials) on the docket or explain why redaction is not possible. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/03/2024)
2024-09-03
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant No. 30 (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/04/2024)
2024-09-04
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant No. 80 (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/05/2024)
2024-09-05
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiffs' notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 160, defendant no. 30 is dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/05/2024)
2024-09-05
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MOTION by Attorney David Martinez and William Manske to withdraw as attorney for Spectrum Brands, Inc.. No party information provided (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/06/2024)
2024-09-06
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REQUEST For Default request for default 138 (RENEWED Request for Clerk's Entry of Default) (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/06/2024)
2024-09-06
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DECLARATION of William Manske regarding request for default 164 (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 1 - Table of E-mail Addresses)(Manske, William) (Entered: 09/06/2024)
2024-09-06
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MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. to reset the Preliminary Injunction Hearing Date (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A)(Turner, Michael) (Entered: 09/06/2024)
2024-09-06
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RESPONSE by (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED, (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited, (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd., (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsiin Opposition to MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. to reset the Preliminary Injunction Hearing Date 166 (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 09/09/2024)
2024-09-09
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MOTION by Defendants (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi to amend/correct order 57, SEALED Order 29 Emergency Motion (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 09/09/2024)
2024-09-09
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DECLARATION of Minming Gu regarding motion to amend/correct, 168 (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 09/09/2024)
2024-09-09
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiff's notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 161, defendant no. 80 is dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/09/2024)
2024-09-09
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MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. for leave to file excess pages (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 1, # 2 Exhibit 2)(Turner, Michael) (Entered: 09/09/2024)
2024-09-09
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RESPONSE by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc.in Opposition to MOTION by Defendants (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi to amend/correct order 57, SEALED Order 29 E 168 Plaintiffs' Response to Defendant Nos. 57, 58, 59, and 60 Emergency Motion to Modify the Tro (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit 1)(Manske, William) (Entered: 09/10/2024)
2024-09-10
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant Nos. 51, 63, And 83 (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/10/2024)
2024-09-10
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RESPONSE by (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED, (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited, (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd., (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsiin Opposition to MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. for leave to file excess pages 171 (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 09/10/2024)
2024-09-10
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:The motion by attorneys David Martinez and William E. Manske to withdraw as counsel for plaintiff Spectrum Brands, Inc. 163 is granted. Martinez and Manske are terminated as counsel for Spectrum. The two will remain attorneys of record for plaintiff Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/11/2024)
2024-09-11
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: The plaintiffs' motion to reset the preliminary injunction hearing date 166 is granted. The hearing, previously set for 10/3/24 at 10:00 am, is reset for 9/26/24 at 10:00 am. Mailed notice (air, ) Modified on 9/11/2024 (air, ). (Entered: 09/11/2024)
2024-09-11
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: The plaintiffs' renewed request for clerk's entry of default 164 is granted. Default is entered as to the defendants listed in the motion. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/11/2024)
2024-09-11
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:The motion for leave to file excess pages 171 is granted. The plaintiffs' consolidated reply brief may not exceed 20 pages. The Court's allowance of a consolidated reply brief is not meant to "treat[] all defendants in this case as a single entity" 174, but to avoid redundancy on preliminary injunction issues common to the relevant defendants. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/11/2024)
2024-09-11
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiff's notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 173, defendant nos. 51, 63, and 83 are dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/11/2024)
2024-09-11
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant Nos. 25, 31, 35, and 96 (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/11/2024)
2024-09-11
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ORDER Signed by the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr on 9/12/2024: For the reasons set forth in the Statement below, the emergency motion of defendant nos. 57-60 168 is denied. (For further details see order) Mailed notice(air, ) (Entered: 09/12/2024)
2024-09-12
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiffs' notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 180, defendant nos. 25, 31, 35, and 36 are dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/12/2024)
2024-09-12
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant Nos. 22 And 96 (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/12/2024)
2024-09-12
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ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, COUNTERCLAIM filed by (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye against All Plaintiffs . by (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye(Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, COUNTERCLAIM filed by (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED against All Plaintiffs . by (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED(Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, COUNTERCLAIM filed by (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd against All Plaintiffs . by (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd(Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, COUNTERCLAIM filed by (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi against All Plaintiffs . by (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi(Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, COUNTERCLAIM filed by (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED against All Plaintiffs . by (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED(Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, COUNTERCLAIM filed by (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited against All Plaintiffs . by (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited(Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, COUNTERCLAIM filed by (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd. against All Plaintiffs . by (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd.(Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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Filing of Redacted Documents by (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Minming Gu - Redacted)(Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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Filing of Redacted Documents by (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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Filing of Redacted Documents by (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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Filing of Redacted Documents by (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd. (Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiffs' notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 183, defendant nos. 22 and 96 are dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: The matter between the plaintiff and defendant nos. 2, 23, 45, 57-60, and 66 is referred to the assigned magistrate judge for all further discovery scheduling and supervision, as well as any settlement conference the parties may jointly seek. All protective orders and confidentiality orders are included within this referral. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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SEALED REPLY by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. to MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. for preliminary injunction 44 Reply Memorandum in Support of Plaintiffs' Motion For Entry of a Preliminary Injunction (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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MOTION by Counter Defendants Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. for leave to file Plaintiffs' Motion for Leave to File Certain Documents Under Seal (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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SEALED DOCUMENT by Counter Defendants Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Declaration of William E. Manske in Support of Reply Memorandum to Plaintiffs' Motion For Entry of a Preliminary Injunction (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit 6, # 2 Exhibit Exhibit 7, # 3 Exhibit Exhibit 9, # 4 Exhibit Exhibit 10, # 5 Exhibit Exhibit 11, # 6 Exhibit Exhibit 12, # 7 Exhibit Exhibit 13, # 8 Exhibit Exhibit 14, # 9 Exhibit Exhibit 15)(Manske, William) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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Exhibit by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. re [DKT 199] Declaration of William E. Manske in Support of Reply Memorandum to Plaintiffs' Motion For Entry of a Preliminary Injunction (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit 2, # 2 Exhibit Exhibit 3, # 3 Exhibit Exhibit 4, # 4 Exhibit Exhibit 5, # 5 Exhibit Exhibit 8, # 6 Exhibit Exhibit 16, # 7 Exhibit Exhibit 17)(Manske, William) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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SEALED DOCUMENT by Counter Defendants Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Sealed Declaration of Kathryn Yee (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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Exhibit by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Re [DKT 201] Sealed Declaration of Kathryn Yee (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit B, # 2 Exhibit Exhibit C, # 3 Exhibit Exhibit D, # 4 Exhibit Exhibit E)(Manske, William) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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SEALED DOCUMENT by Counter Defendants Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Sealed Supplemental Declaration of Ashley Moody (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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REPLY by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. to MOTION by Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. for preliminary injunction 44 Redacted Reply Memorandum in Support of Plaintiffs' Motion For Entry of a Preliminary Injunction (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/13/2024)
2024-09-13
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DIGITAL EXHIBIT submitted by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. regarding 200 For more information, please visit https://www.ilnd.uscourts.gov/ExhibitDrop. If you wish to download a digital exhibit, please send your request to the Certified Copy Desk (CCD) inbox at CCD_ILND@ilnd.uscourts.gov. You will be provided with an invoice and charged according to the Fee Schedule. Once your payment has been processed, you will receive a URL via email to download the exhibit. (lcd, ) (Entered: 09/16/2024)
2024-09-13
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: The Court, having reviewed the filings of defendant nos. 2, 23, 45, and 57-60 191 192 193 194, agrees that certain documents are impractical to redact and permits those documents to remain under seal without corresponding redacted versions on the docket. Because the defendants have not provided (1) redacted versions of, or (2) explanations for certain other documents 159, the Clerk is directed to unseal those documents. Specifically, the Clerk is directed to unseal: exhibits C through J to the declaration of Minming Gu, [142-3] through [142-10]; the declaration of Zhanghua and exhibit B to that declaration, 147 and [147-2]; the declaration of Lin Chunfeng and exhibit B to the declaration, 150 and [150-2]; and the declaration of Shaoling Zhao and exhibit B to that declaration, 153 and [153-2]. The defendants are admonished, in future filings, to seek targeted sealing rather than the sealing of entire docket entries where appropriate. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/16/2024)
2024-09-16
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Plaintiffs' motion for leave to file certain documents under seal 198 is granted. As such, the unredacted versions of the reply 197, the declaration of William E. Manske and certain exhibits thereto 199, the declaration of Kathryn Yee 201, and the supplemental declaration of Ashley Moody 203, provisionally under seal pending order, are permitted to remain under seal. The Court notes that the plaintiffs have already filed a redacted version of the reply 204 . The plaintiffs are given until 9/23/24 to file redacted versions of the remaining documents on the docket or explain why redaction is not possible. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/16/2024)
2024-09-16
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MOTION by Counter Claimants (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED, (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd., Defendants (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited, (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi for leave to file sur-reply in opposition to Plaintiffs' motion for a preliminary injunction (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - Defendants' Sur-reply)(Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 09/16/2024)
2024-09-16
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:The motion of defendant nos. 2, 23, 45, and 57-60 for leave to file a sur-reply 209 is granted. The defendants shall file the sur-reply attached to the motion [209-1] as a separate docket entry. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/17/2024)
2024-09-17
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SUR-REPLY by Defendants (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED, (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited, (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd., (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi to motion for preliminary injunction 44 (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 09/18/2024)
2024-09-18
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) \as to Defendant No. 92 (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/18/2024)
2024-09-18
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MOTION by Counter Defendants Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Spectrum Brands, Inc., Plaintiffs Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. for leave to file Motion to File Sur-Sur-Reply Memorandum (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit 1, # 2 Exhibit Exhibit 2)(Manske, William) (Entered: 09/19/2024)
2024-09-19
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiff's notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 212, defendant no. 92 is dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/19/2024)
2024-09-19
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Minute entry 214 is corrected to read as follows: Upon receipt of the plaintiffs' notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 212, defendant no. 92 is dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/19/2024)
2024-09-19
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant No. 3 (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/20/2024)
2024-09-20
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:The plaintiffs' motion for leave to file a sur-sur-reply 213 is granted. The plaintiffs shall file the sur-sur-reply attached to the motion, along with its exhibits, as a separate docket entry. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/23/2024)
2024-09-23
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiffs' notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 216, defendant no. 3 is dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/23/2024)
2024-09-23
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant Nos. 48 and 66 (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/23/2024)
2024-09-23
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SUR-REPLY by Counter Defendants Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. to motion for preliminary injunction 44 Sur-Sur-Reply Memorandum in Support of Plaintiffs' Motion For Entry of a Preliminary Injunction (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit 1, # 2 Exhibit Exhibit 2)(Manske, William) (Entered: 09/23/2024)
2024-09-23
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NOTICE by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. re sealed document,, 201, sealed document,,, 199, sealed document,, 203, order on motion for leave to file,,, terminate motions,, 208 Notice in Satisfaction (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/23/2024)
2024-09-23
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DECLARATION of Ashley Moody regarding sealed document,, 203 Redacted Supplemental Declaration of Ashley Moody (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/23/2024)
2024-09-23
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DECLARATION of Kathryn Yee regarding sealed document,, 201 Public Declaration of Kathryn Yee (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/23/2024)
2024-09-23
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DECLARATION of William E. Manske regarding sealed document,,, 199 Declaration of William E. Manske in Support of Reply Memorandum to Plaintiffs' Motion for Entry of a Preliminary Injunction (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Public Exhibit, # 2 Exhibit Redacted Exhibit, # 3 Exhibit Redacted Exhibit)(Manske, William) (Entered: 09/23/2024)
2024-09-23
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiffs' notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 219, defendant nos. 48 and 66 are dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/25/2024)
2024-09-25
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Having reviewed the plaintiffs' notice regarding sealing 221, the Court agrees that Exhibits 10 to 15 of the Manske declaration (translated versions of engineering diagrams) are "impractical to redact" 207 . Accordingly, the Court permits these documents to remain under seal without corresponding redacted versions on the docket. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/25/2024)
2024-09-25
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant Nos. 15, 16, and 54 (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/25/2024)
2024-09-25
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Preliminary injunction hearing held. Plaintiffs' motion for preliminary injunction 44 remains under advisement as to defendant nos. 2, 23, 45, and 57-60. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/26/2024)
2024-09-26
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Upon receipt of the plaintiffs' notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 227, defendant nos. 15-16 and 54 are dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/26/2024)
2024-09-26
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant No. 44 (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/27/2024)
2024-09-27
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant Nos. 19 and 41 (Manske, William) (Entered: 09/30/2024)
2024-09-30
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Upon receipt of the plaintiffs' notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 230, defendant no. 44 is dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/30/2024)
2024-09-30
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiffs' notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 231, defendant nos. 19 and 41 are dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 10/01/2024)
2024-10-01
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MOTION by Counter Defendants Spectrum Brands, Inc., Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC to dismiss Counterclaims (Manske, William) (Entered: 10/03/2024)
2024-10-03
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MEMORANDUM by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. in support of motion to dismiss 234 Consolidated Motion to Dismiss Counterclaims (Manske, William) (Entered: 10/03/2024)
2024-10-03
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant No. 91 (Manske, William) (Entered: 10/03/2024)
2024-10-03
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:The plaintiffs' motion to dismiss counterclaims 234 is taken under advisement. The defendants' response is (or responses are) due by 11/1/24. The plaintiffs' reply is due by 11/22/24. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 10/04/2024)
2024-10-04
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiffs' notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 236, defendant no. 91 is dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 10/04/2024)
2024-10-04
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant No. 28 (Manske, William) (Entered: 10/04/2024)
2024-10-04
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiffs' notice of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 239, defendant no. 28 is dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 10/07/2024)
2024-10-07
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:For the reasons set forth in the accompanying memorandum opinion and order, the plaintiffs' motion for entry of a preliminary injunction 44 is denied as to defendant nos. 2, 23, 45, and 57-60, and granted as to all other remaining defendants. The plaintiffs are directed to submit an updated preliminary injunction order to the Court's proposed order inbox, Proposed_Order_Tharp@ilnd.uscourts.gov, by 10/16/24. That order shall indicate the remaining defendants, not including defendant nos. 2, 23, 45, and 57-60, to which it applies. The TRO, as modified by Judge Jenkins' 8/2/24 order 56 and this Court's 8/19/24 order 125, shall remain in effect as to all remaining defendants besides defendant nos. 2, 23, 45, and 57-60 until this Court enters a preliminary injunction order. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 10/09/2024)
2024-10-09
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MEMORANDUM Opinion and Order Signed by the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr on 10/9/2024. Mailed notice(air, ) (Additional attachment(s) added on 10/9/2024: # 1 Memorandum) (air, ). (Entered: 10/09/2024)
2024-10-09
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REQUEST For Default Plaintiffs Request for Clerks Entry of Default (Manske, William) (Entered: 10/17/2024)
2024-10-17
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DECLARATION of William E. Mankse regarding request for default 243 Declaration of William E. Manske in Support of Plaintiffs Request for Entry of Default (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit 1)(Manske, William) (Entered: 10/17/2024)
2024-10-17
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ANSWER to Complaint by Favoriwere(Urbanczyk, Adam) (Entered: 10/18/2024)
2024-10-18
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MOTION by Defendant Favoriwere for extension of time to file answer regarding answer to complaint 245 (Urbanczyk, Adam) (Entered: 10/18/2024)
2024-10-18
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Consistent with the Court's 10/9/2024 ruling 241, a preliminary injunction is entered as to the defendants (not including defendant nos. 2, 23, 45, and 57-60) listed in the accompanying order. The preliminary injunction does not apply to defendant nos. 102-107, included by the plaintiffs in their proposed order, as those defendants do not appear in the amended Schedule A 121 and are not parties to this case. Enter preliminary injunction order. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 10/21/2024)
2024-10-21
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PRELIMINARY Injunction Order Signed by the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr on 10/21/2024. Mailed notice(air, ) (Entered: 10/21/2024)
2024-10-21
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Defendant no. 50's motion to extend 246 is granted, and the Court deems its answer 245 timely filed. Attorney Adam Urbanczyk is directed to enter an appearance for defendant no. 50 (cixishishengaodianqikejiyouxiangongsi) in addition to his current appearance for Favoriwere. The matter between the plaintiffs and defendant no. 50 is referred to the assigned magistrate judge for all further discovery scheduling and supervision as well as any settlement conference the parties may jointly seek. All protective orders and confidentiality orders are included within this referral. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 10/21/2024)
2024-10-21
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Plaintiffs' request for an entry of default 243 is granted in part. Default is entered as to defendant nos. 4, 9, 10-11, 29, 33, 39, 42, 47, 73-74, 78, and 82. Default is not entered as to defendant no. 50, which has appeared as Favoriwere and filed its answer 245 on 10/18/24. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 10/21/2024)
2024-10-21
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Pursuant to Local Rule 72.1, this case is hereby referred to the calendar of Honorable Maria Valdez for the purpose of holding proceedings related to: between the plaintiffs and defendant no. 50 for all further discovery scheduling and supervision and any settlement conference. All protective orders and confidentiality orders. (air, )Mailed notice. (Entered: 10/21/2024)
2024-10-21
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: This case has been referred to Judge Valdez for discovery supervision and to conduct a settlement conference. The parties must file a joint status report with a proposed scheduling order no later than 11/1/24. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 10/21/2024)
2024-10-21
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ATTORNEY Appearance for Defendant (Def. 50) cixishishengaodianqikejiyouxiangongsi by Adam Edward Urbanczyk (Urbanczyk, Adam) (Entered: 10/21/2024)
2024-10-21
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: The minute entry dated 10/21/24, docket entry 252 is amended as follows: This case has been referred to Judge Valdez for discovery supervision and to conduct a settlement conference. Plaintiff and Defendant Nos. 2, 23, 45, 50 and 57-60 shall file a joint status report with a proposed scheduling order no later than 11/1/24. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 10/22/2024)
2024-10-22
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NOTIFICATION of Affiliates pursuant to Local Rule 3.2 by Favoriwere, (Def. 50) cixishishengaodianqikejiyouxiangongsi (Urbanczyk, Adam) (Entered: 10/22/2024)
2024-10-22
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STATUS Report Initial Status Report and Report on Planning Meeting by Spectrum Brands, Inc., Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC Presented before Magistrate Judge (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit 1, # 2 Exhibit Exhibit 2)(Manske, William) (Entered: 11/01/2024)
2024-11-01
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MOTION by Defendants (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi to dismiss or sever for misjoinder Presented before District Judge (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 11/01/2024)
2024-11-01
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MOTION by Defendants (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED, (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited to dismiss or sever for misjoinder Presented before District Judge (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 11/01/2024)
2024-11-01
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MOTION by Defendant (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd. to dismiss or sever for misjoinder Presented before District Judge (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 11/01/2024)
2024-11-01
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: The parties advise they would like to schedule a settlement conference before expending further resources on discovery. Plaintiff shall submit a demand letter to Defendants as soon as possible, but in any event no later than 11/15/24, and participating Defendants will respond with an offer letter as soon as possible, and no later than 12/2/24. Both letters must comply with this Court's standing order and instructions governing settlement conferences and should be electronically submitted to the Court at Proposed_Order_Valdez@ilnd.uscourts.gov no later than 12/3/24. If after reviewing the letters the Court believes a settlement conference will be fruitful, the parties will be contacted with available dates in December. If the settlement conference is not successful, a discovery schedule will be set, consistent with the parties' proposed schedule. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 11/01/2024)
2024-11-01
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Amended ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, COUNTERCLAIM filed by (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye against All Plaintiffs . by (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye(Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 11/01/2024)
2024-11-01
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Amended ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, COUNTERCLAIM filed by (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED against All Plaintiffs . by (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED(Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 11/01/2024)
2024-11-01
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Amended ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, COUNTERCLAIM filed by (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd against All Plaintiffs . by (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd(Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 11/01/2024)
2024-11-01
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Amended ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, COUNTERCLAIM filed by (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi against All Plaintiffs . by (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi(Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 11/01/2024)
2024-11-01
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Amended ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, COUNTERCLAIM filed by (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED against All Plaintiffs . by (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED(Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 11/01/2024)
2024-11-01
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Amended ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, COUNTERCLAIM filed by (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited against All Plaintiffs . by (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited(Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 11/01/2024)
2024-11-01
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Amended ANSWER to Complaint with Jury Demand, COUNTERCLAIM filed by (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd. against All Plaintiffs . by (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd.(Behr, Geoffrey) (Entered: 11/01/2024)
2024-11-01
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:The motions by defendant nos. 57-60 257, 2 and 23 258, and 45 259 to dismiss or sever for improper joinder are taken under advisement. The plaintiffs' response is (or responses are) due by 11/22/24; the defendants' reply is (or replies are) due by 12/11/24. Because the issues in the motions appear to overlap, the plaintiffs are permitted to file a consolidated response of up to 20 pages. The defendants may, without conceding the propriety of joinder, file a consolidated reply. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 11/04/2024)
2024-11-04
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: In its order dated 10/4/24 237, the Court directed defendant nos. 2, 23, 45, and 57-60 to respond to the plaintiffs' motion to dismiss counterclaims 234 by 11/1/24. It appears that, rather than responding, those defendants have filed amended answers and counterclaims. This would ordinarily moot the plaintiffs' motion to dismiss. The Court observes, however, that the latest date to amend without leave was 10/25/24, 21 days after the plaintiffs filed their motion. Fed. R. Civ. P. 15(a)(1). If defendant nos. 2, 23, 45, and 57-60 wish for their amended answers and counterclaims to become their operative pleadings, they must seek the plaintiffs' written consent or obtain leave of court via a separate motion. Any motion for leave to amend (preferably a joint motion) or notice of written consent must be filed by 11/12/24. The Court will determine how to proceed with the plaintiffs' motion to dismiss counterclaims 234 on or after that date. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 11/04/2024)
2024-11-04
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STIPULATION regarding text entry,,,, 269 stipulation as to amended answer and counterclaims (Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 11/08/2024)
2024-11-08
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:On review of the parties' joint stipulation 270 and pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 15(a)(2), the Court recognizes ECF Nos. 261-267 as the operative pleadings of defendant nos. 2, 23, 45, and 57-60. In view of this recognition, the plaintiffs' motion to dismiss counterclaims 234 is denied as moot, and the briefing schedule for that motion 237 is stricken. The Court adopts the parties' stipulation regarding deadlines. "[F]or each respective set of counterclaims, the deadline for Plaintiffs to respond will be 30 days after the conclusion of any settlement conference between Plaintiffs and the respective Defendant, in the event a settlement is not reached. If the Court declines to schedule a settlement conference regarding any or all of the Defendants in view of the Parties' settlement letters, the deadline for Plaintiffs to respond to the counterclaims of any such Defendants will be 30 days from the notice provided by the Court indicating that a settlement conference will not be conducted at this time" 270 . Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 11/12/2024)
2024-11-12
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MOTION by Counter Defendant Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Plaintiff Spectrum Brands, Inc. for entry of default Plaintiffs Motion for Entry of Default Judgment Presented before District Judge (Manske, William) (Entered: 11/20/2024)
2024-11-20
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MEMORANDUM by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. in support of motion for entry of default 272 Plaintiffs Memorandum in Support of its Motion for Entry of Default Judgment (Manske, William) (Entered: 11/20/2024)
2024-11-20
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Plaintiffs' motion for entry of default judgment 272 is taken under advisement. Any objections or responses are due by 12/6/24. The plaintiffs are directed to provide the defendants with notice of the default proceedings against them by 11/26/24. To effectuate that notice, the Court directs the plaintiffs to (1) update the website through which they have been publishing information about the case to provide notice of their motion for entry of default judgment, as well as the deadline to object set forth in this order, and (2) send an email to the email addresses provided for the defendants by third parties (or otherwise obtained by the plaintiffs) informing the defendants of the default proceedings against them and containing a link to the updated website. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 11/21/2024)
2024-11-21
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: By 12/6/24, the plaintiffs shall file a status report indicating which defendants, not including those defendants listed in the motion for entry of default judgment 272, remain active in this suit. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 11/21/2024)
2024-11-21
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RESPONSE by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. to MOTION by Defendants (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED, (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited to dismiss or sever for misjoinder Presented before District Judge 258, MOTION by Defendant (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd. to dismiss or sever for misjoinder Presented before District Judge 259, MOTION by Defendants (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi to dismiss or sever for misjoinder Presente 257 (Manske, William) (Entered: 11/22/2024)
2024-11-22
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DECLARATION of William E. Manske regarding response to motion,, 276 Declaration of William E. Manske in Support of Plaintiffs Consolidated Response to Defendant Nos. 2, 23, 45, and 57-60s Motions to Dismiss the Complaint for Improper Joinder, or, in the Alternative, to Server [Dkts. 257, 258, 259) (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit Exhibit B)(Manske, William) (Entered: 11/22/2024)
2024-11-22
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant No. 50 (Manske, William) (Entered: 11/25/2024)
2024-11-25
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Notice of Compliance with Court Order 274 by Spectrum Brands, Inc., Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC (Manske, William) (Entered: 11/25/2024)
2024-11-25
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the parties' stipulation of dismissal 278 pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(ii), defendant no. 50 is dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 11/26/2024)
2024-11-26
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STATUS Report Plaintiffs Status Report by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Presented before District Judge (Manske, William) (Entered: 12/03/2024)
2024-12-03
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:No defendant named in the motion having objected, the plaintiff's motion for default judgment 272 is granted. Enter default judgment order. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 12/10/2024)
2024-12-10
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DEFAULT Judgment Order Signed by the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr on 12/10/2024. Mailed notice(air, ) (Entered: 12/10/2024)
2024-12-10
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REPLY by Defendants (Def. 2) U&ME INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED, (Def. 23) Uplus Innovation Technology Company Limited, (Def. 45) Shenzhenshi Keshenghongrui Technology Co. Ltd., (Def. 57) shenzhenshixinjihaikejihehuoqiye, (Def. 58) GENHIGH TECH CO., LIMITED, (Def. 59) Jihai technology shenzhen co., Ltd, (Def. 60) jilinshengaitedianzishangwuyouxiangongsi to motion to dismiss 258, motion to dismiss 259, motion to dismiss, 257 (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A - Sep. 9 Email)(Griggs, Michael) (Entered: 12/11/2024)
2024-12-11
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: Remote attorneys-only settlement conference is set for 1/14/25 at 11:00 a.m. Participating counsel will be sent a Webex link, and they shall advise chambers as soon as possible if their contact information changes before the conference. Final settlement positions are due by 1/13/25. Failure to comply with the provisions of the Court's Standing Order may result in the unilateral cancellation of the settlement conference by the Court. THE FACT THAT A SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE HAS BEEN SCHEDULED DOES NOT MEAN THAT THE PARTIES SHOULD STOP ENGAGING IN SETTLEMENT DISCUSSIONS AMONG THEMSELVES. The Court finds that too often the parties put settlement talks on hold until the settlement conference with the Magistrate Judge. The Court expects that many cases can be resolved among the parties without the need for court-supervised mediation. If your informal discussions are unsuccessful, the Court will conduct the conference but will expect the parties to apprise her of the status of their ongoing settlement discussions. Because of the volume of settlement conferences conducted by Judge Valdez, once a settlement conference date has been agreed upon, no continuance will be granted without a motion showing extreme hardship. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 12/11/2024)
2024-12-11
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: Remote attorneys-only settlement conference is set for 1/14/25 at 11:00 a.m. Participating counsel will be sent a Webex link, and they shall advise chambers as soon as possible if their contact information changes before the conference. Final settlement positions are due by 1/13/25. Failure to comply with the provisions of the Court's Standing Order may result in the unilateral cancellation of the settlement conference by the Court. THE FACT THAT A SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE HAS BEEN SCHEDULED DOES NOT MEAN THAT THE PARTIES SHOULD STOP ENGAGING IN SETTLEMENT DISCUSSIONS AMONG THEMSELVES. The Court finds that too often the parties put settlement talks on hold until the settlement conference with the Magistrate Judge. The Court expects that many cases can be resolved among the parties without the need for court-supervised mediation. If your informal discussions are unsuccessful, the Court will conduct the conference but will expect the parties to apprise her of the status of their ongoing settlement discussions. Because of the volume of settlement conferences conducted by Judge Valdez, once a settlement conference date has been agreed upon, no continuance will be granted without a motion showing extreme hardship. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 12/12/2024)
2024-12-11
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: The Court stays consideration of the motions to dismiss or sever for improper joinder 257 258 259 pending the upcoming settlement conference 286 . Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 12/12/2024)
2024-12-12
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mailed
2024-12-12
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MAILED original eighty-seven thousand-dollar ($87,000) surety bond posted by Robins Kaplan LLP, 800 LaSalle Ave Suite 2800, Minneapolis, MN 55402 via certified mail #9589 0710 5270 0579 7777 82. (smb, )
2024-12-12
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No Actions
NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice Of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant No. 62 (Manske, William) (Entered: 12/16/2024)
2024-12-16
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: The Court has reviewed the plaintiffs' notice of voluntary dismissal 288, which purports to dismiss defendant no. 62. The Court notes that a default judgment has been entered against defendant no. 62, and that voluntary dismissal (to the extent still permissible) does not relieve defendant no. 62 from that default judgment. See Fed. R. Civ. P. 55(c), 60(b). If the default judgment has been "satisfied, released, or discharged" as to defendant no. 62, perhaps pursuant to settlement, the proper way to note that is to file a report of full satisfaction of judgment. Id. R. 60(b)(5); N.D. Ill. L.R. 58.1. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 12/17/2024)
2024-12-17
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RETURN of U.S. Post Office Receipt, article no. 9589 0710 5270 0579 7777 82. (Received by mail in the Clerk's Office on 12/23/2024). (jn,) (Entered: 12/23/2024)
2024-12-23
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FULL SATISFACTION of Judgment regarding order 283 (Manske, William) (Entered: 12/26/2024)
2024-12-26
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon plaintiff's report of full satisfaction of judgment 291, the Court, pursuant to LR 58.1, enters the satisfaction of judgment as to defendant no. 62. Mailed notice (air, ) Modified on 12/27/2024 (air, ). (Entered: 12/27/2024)
2024-12-27
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ANNUAL REMINDER: Pursuant to Local Rule 3.2 (Notification of Affiliates), any nongovernmental party, other than an individual or sole proprietorship, must file a statement identifying all its affiliates known to the party after diligent review or, if the party has identified no affiliates, then a statement reflecting that fact must be filed. An affiliate is defined as follows: any entity or individual owning, directly or indirectly (through ownership of one or more other entities), 5% or more of a party. The statement is to be electronically filed as a PDF in conjunction with entering the affiliates in CM/ECF as prompted. As a reminder to counsel, parties must supplement their statements of affiliates within thirty (30) days of any change in the information previously reported. This minute order is being issued to all counsel of record to remind counsel of their obligation to provide updated information as to additional affiliates if such updating is necessary. If counsel has any questions regarding this process, this LINK will provide additional information. Signed by the Honorable Virginia M. Kendall on 12/27/2024: Mailed notice. (tg, ) (Entered: 12/31/2024)
2024-12-27
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: Remote attorneys-only settlement conference held on 1/14/25 and continued to 1/28/25 at 11:00 a.m. Final settlement positions shall be submitted to Proposed_Order_Valdez@ilnd.uscourts.gov by 12:00 p.m. on 1/27/25. A Webex link will be sent to participating counsel at a later date. The parties should advise the Court if their contact information changes at any time prior to the conference. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 01/14/2025)
2025-01-14
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: Continued settlement conference held on 1/28/25 and continued to 2/11/25 at 11:00 a.m. The parties are ordered to continue discussing their settlement options before the next conference date. Final settlement positions shall be submitted to Proposed_Order_Valdez@ilnd.uscourts.gov by 12:00 p.m. on 2/10/25. A Webex link will be sent to participating counsel at a later date. The parties should advise the Court if their contact information changes at any time prior to the conference. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 01/28/2025)
2025-01-28
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant No. 34 (Manske, William) (Entered: 02/04/2025)
2025-02-04
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant No. 101 (Manske, William) (Entered: 02/04/2025)
2025-02-04
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon receipt of the plaintiffs' notices of voluntary dismissal pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(i) 296 297, defendant nos. 34 and 101 are dismissed from this case. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 02/05/2025)
2025-02-05
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: In their 12/3/24 status report 281, the plaintiffs indicated that all defendants not listed in the default judgment motion (excluding defendant nos. 2, 23, 45, and 57-60) had "settled and/or been dismissed." Based on that representation, the Court released the $87,000 surety bond in its default judgment order 283 . On review, however, it appears to the Court that some defendants not covered by the default judgment (excluding defendant nos. 2, 23, 45, and 57-60) may remain in the case. (Defendant nos. 34 and 101 fell into this category before their dismissal.) By 2/12/25, the plaintiffs shall file a list of such defendants. The Court reserves the right to reimpose a bond for the listed defendants, to whom the preliminary injunction still applies. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 02/05/2025)
2025-02-05
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RESPONSE by Counter Defendant Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Plaintiff Spectrum Brands, Inc. to text entry,,, 299 Plaintiffs Submission in Response to Courts Order of February 5, 2025 [Ecf 299] (Manske, William) (Entered: 02/07/2025)
2025-02-07
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: On the Court's own motion, continued settlement conference set for 2/11/25 is stricken, to be reset at a later date if necessary. The parties shall separately submit their updated settlement positions to Proposed_Order_Valdez@ilnd.uscourts.gov no later than 2/11/25. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 02/10/2025)
2025-02-10
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant No. 45 (Manske, William) (Entered: 02/10/2025)
2025-02-10
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Upon receipt of the parties' stipulation of dismissal 302 pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(ii), defendant no. 45 is dismissed from this case. Defendant no. 45's motion to dismiss or sever for improper joinder 259 is denied as moot. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 02/11/2025)
2025-02-11
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: Continued attorneys-only settlement conference is set for 3/13/25 at 2:00 p.m. A Webex link will be sent to participating counsel, and they shall advise chambers as soon as possible if their contact information changes before the conference. The parties shall exchange information as previously discussed no later than 3/6/25, and final settlement positions must be submitted to Proposed_Order_Valdez@ilnd.uscourts.gov by 12:00 p.m. on 3/12/25. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 02/18/2025)
2025-02-18
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WITHDRAWING William E. Manske as counsel for Counter Defendants Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. and substituting David Martinez as counsel of record (Manske, William) (Entered: 03/10/2025)
2025-03-10
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Attorney William Manske's notice of withdrawal 305, construed as a motion to withdraw as counsel, is granted. Counsel's appearance on the record is terminated. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 03/11/2025)
2025-03-11
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: Settlement conference held on 3/13/25 and continued to 3/27/25 at 2:00 p.m. A Webex link will be sent at a later date, and the parties shall advise chambers as soon as possible if their contact information changes before the conference. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 03/13/2025)
2025-03-13
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FULL SATISFACTION of Judgment Regarding Defendant No. 36, (Martinez, David) (Entered: 04/02/2025)
2025-04-02
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: Settlement conference held on 3/27/25. A final settlement conference will be held on 4/24/25 at 2:00 p.m. The parties are to exchange information and engage in discussions prior to the next conference to narrow the issues remaining. A Webex invitation will be sent at a later date. Counsel shall notify the Court if their contact information changes before the conference. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 04/03/2025)
2025-04-03
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon plaintiff's report of full satisfaction of judgment 308, the Court, pursuant to LR 58.1, enters the satisfaction of judgment as to defendant no. 36. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 04/03/2025)
2025-04-03
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FULL SATISFACTION of Judgment Regarding Defendant No. 74 (Martinez, David) (Entered: 04/09/2025)
2025-04-09
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr: Upon plaintiff's report of full satisfaction of judgment 311, the Court, pursuant to LR 58.1, enters the satisfaction of judgment as to defendant no. 74. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 04/10/2025)
2025-04-10
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: Continued settlement conference held on 4/24/25. The parties report significant progress towards settlement, but not all issues have been resolved. A final in-person settlement conference, with clients present, is set for 5/27/25 at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom 1041. If the matter is settled prior to that date, the parties should advise the Court. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 04/24/2025)
2025-04-24
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NOTICE by Charles Shih of Change of Address (Shih, Charles) (Entered: 05/05/2025)
2025-05-05
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NOTICE by Michael R. Turner of Change of Address (Turner, Michael) (Entered: 05/05/2025)
2025-05-05
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: The parties' request to continue the settlement conference date is granted. The in-person settlement conference set for 5/27/25 is stricken and reset to 7/8/25 at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom 1041. If the parties are able to finalize their agreements prior to that date, they should notify the Court immediately. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 05/22/2025)
2025-05-22
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: The parties advise they are in the process of finalizing settlement agreements between Plaintiff and Defendant Nos. 2, 23 and 57-60. Accordingly, the in-person settlement conference set for 7/8/25 is stricken and reset to 7/24/25 at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom 1041. No appearance will be necessary if dismissal documents are filed with the district judge prior to that date. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 06/24/2025)
2025-06-24
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1) as to Defendant Nos. 2 And 23 (Martinez, David) (Entered: 07/09/2025)
2025-07-09
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Upon receipt of the parties' stipulation of dismissal 318 pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(ii), defendant nos. 2 and 23 are dismissed from this case. The motion to dismiss or sever for improper joinder filed by defendant nos. 2 and 23 258 is denied as moot. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 07/09/2025)
2025-07-09
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: The parties advise they need additional time to finalize the remaining agreements. The settlement conference set for 7/24/25 is stricken and reset to 8/21/25 at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom 1041. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 07/21/2025)
2025-07-21
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: The parties' request for a three-week continuance of the settlement conference is granted. The settlement conference set for 8/21/25 is stricken and reset to 9/11/25 at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom 1041. If by that date the settlement is not finalized and the parties are not prepared to go forward with the conference, counsel must appear in Courtroom 1041 at 2:00 p.m. for a status hearing. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 08/19/2025)
2025-08-19
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: On the Court's own motion, settlement conference set for 9/11/25 at 2:00 p.m. is stricken and reset to 10/2/25 at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom 1041. If the parties are not prepared to engage in settlement discussions, they shall appear for a status conference on the same date and time. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 09/10/2025)
2025-09-10
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NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Pet Technology Worldwide, LLC, Spectrum Brands, Inc. Notice of Settlement and Stipulation of Dismissal Under Rule 41(A)(1)(Ii) as to Defendant Nos. 57-60 (Martinez, David) (Entered: 09/25/2025)
2025-09-25
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable Maria Valdez: In light of the Notice of Settlement and Stipulation of Dismissal 323, the continued settlement conference set for 10/2/25 is stricken. All matters relating to the referral of this action having been resolved, the case is returned to the assigned judge. Mailed notice (lp, ) (Entered: 09/26/2025)
2025-09-26
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MINUTE entry before the Honorable John J. Tharp, Jr:Upon receipt of the parties' joint stipulation to dismiss 323 and pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 41(a)(1)(A)(ii), defendants 57-60 are dismissed from this case. Because those were the only remaining defendants, this matter is concluded. All future dates and deadlines are stricken; all pending motions are denied as moot. Civil case terminated. Mailed notice (air, ) (Entered: 09/26/2025)
2025-09-26
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MAILED Patent report with certified copy of minute order dated 9/26/25 to Patent Trademark Office, Alexandria VA (bi,) (Entered: 09/29/2025)
2025-09-29
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