Proving Damages in Intellectual Property Litigation Required Data Analytics and Expert Testimony

Background & Challenges

The plaintiff in a litigation filed in federal court in Utah accused the defendants of misappropriating trade secrets and other confidential information to solicit and win government contracts for ground air and power equipment used for F-35 military aircraft. 

Approach

BDO was retained by the plaintiff to provide analysis and testimony on the lost profits damages suffered due to the alleged trade secret misappropriation, false designation of origin, false advertising, and trademark infringement in the aerospace industry.

Client Impact

BDO prepared a report and gave deposition testimony regarding the plaintiff’s lost profits and defendants’ unjust enrichment associated with the alleged wrongdoing.