Apple Inc. v. Samsung Electronics

Apple Inc. v. Samsung Electronics was a high-profile legal battle over smartphone design and technology patents. Apple accused Samsung of copying features and designs from its iPhone, including the look and feel of the device and specific technologies. The case, which began in 2011, sought damages for patent infringement and at times resulted in orders for Samsung to pay Apple millions of dollars. The trial highlighted the intense competition in the tech industry and raised questions about how design and innovation are protected by law. The dispute was eventually settled, but it underscored the importance of intellectual property rights between major tech companies.