Wiesel v. Apple Inc.

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Case Number:

2:19-cv-07261

Court:

New York Eastern

Nature of Suit:

Patent

Judge:

Joan M. Azrack

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  1. August 11, 2025

    Apple Prevails In Heartbeat Patent Suit On Standing, Invalidity

    A New York federal judge has tossed a New York University cardiologist's lawsuit alleging an Apple Watch feature that monitors and detects irregular heartbeats infringes his patent, siding with a magistrate judge's finding that he lacks standing and the patent is invalid.

  2. April 22, 2025

    Apple Should Prevail In Heartbeat Patent Suit, Judge Says

    Apple should not have to face a New York University cardiologist's lawsuit alleging an Apple Watch feature that monitors and detects irregular heartbeats infringes his patent, a New York federal judge recommended Monday, saying the physician does not have standing to sue and that the patent is invalid.