Opinion
No. 2008-1408.
April 2, 2009.
On Appeal from the United States Patent and Trademark Office Board of Patent Appeals and Interferences, No. 08/171,379.
Meredith Martin Addy, Brinks Hofer Gilson Lione, of Chicago, IL, argued for appellants. With her on the brief were K. Shannon Mrksich, and Julie L. Leichtman. Of counsel was Luke A. Parsons.
Thomas L. Stoll, Associate Solicitor, Office of the Solicitor, United States Patent and Trademark Office, of Alexandria, VA, argued for the Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office. With him on the brief were Raymond T. Chen, Solicitor, and Shannon M. Hansen, Associate Solicitor.
This CAUSE having been heard and considered, it is
ORDERED and ADJUDGED:
AFFIRMED. See Fed. Cir. R. 36.