Lululemon counsel on why Nike's 'Flyknit' claim construction faltered

As the Canadian athleisure brand competes with Nike over running shoe patents, Lululemon's external counsel explains how a jury verdict gives his client the lead.

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Lululemon counsel on why Nike's 'Flyknit' claim construction faltered

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