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View as plaintiffSamsung Electronics America, Inc. is the United States-based sales, marketing, and distribution subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a South Korean multinational electronics and technology corporation. Headquartered in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey, Samsung Electronics America (SEA) was incorporated in 1983. As a wholly owned subsidiary of the publicly-traded Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (KRX: 005930), it is a major component of the parent company's global operations, which reported consolidated revenues of approximately $230 billion in 2025 and employs over 262,000 people worldwide.
As an operating company, SEA markets and sells a wide portfolio of consumer and enterprise products in the United States. Major product lines include mobile devices (Galaxy smartphones, tablets, and wearables), home entertainment (TVs, projectors, and sound devices), and home appliances (refrigerators, laundry machines, and vacuums). The company also provides business technology solutions, including digital displays and 5G network systems. Beyond its sales and marketing role, SEA is involved in research and development through entities like Samsung Research America, Inc.
The provided data shows Samsung Electronics America is overwhelmingly a defendant in patent litigation, with 9 out of 10 tracked cases filed against it. This posture is typical of a large operating company defending its products against patent assertions. The lawsuits are frequently filed in plaintiff-friendly jurisdictions, particularly the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas. The plaintiffs in these cases, such as Lepton Computing LLC, Gaea, LLC, Topwire LLC, Malikie Innovations Limited, and Monticello Enterprises LLC, are often characterized as non-practicing entities (NPEs) or patent assertion entities.
The litigation against Samsung often targets core features of its high-volume products. For instance, recent cases from Lepton Computing concern foldable smartphone technology central to Samsung's Galaxy Z series. Malikie Innovations, which acquired a large portfolio from BlackBerry, has sued over patents related to mobile communications. In one instance, Samsung has acted as a plaintiff, filing a proceeding at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) against Topwire LLC, likely a defensive measure to challenge the validity of a patent being asserted against it.
Fingertip Mouse Corporation dba FTM Computer Products v. Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
open/pending- Docket:
- 2:26-cv-00760
- Filed:
- 2026-08-26
Patent infringement action filed by Fingertip Mouse Corporation against Samsung Electronics America, Inc. in the Eastern District of Texas, asserting U.S. Patent 10,963,070. The complaint's exhibits include a claim chart for 10,963,070, and the case is listed as open/pending. The reported filing date of 2026-08-26 is subject to a date discrepancy noted in the source.
Lepton Computing LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
pending- Filed:
- 2026-04-26
Lepton Computing LLC alleges that Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip series smartphones infringe on nine patents related to foldable technology, including US 11,693,450. The plaintiff is seeking both monetary damages and a permanent injunction to halt sales of the accused devices.
Mobility IP Holdings, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
pending- Docket:
- 2:26-cv-00157
- Filed:
- 2026-02-27
Mobility IP Holdings, Inc. sued Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. in the Eastern District of Texas, Marshall Division, asserting seven patents including US 8,151,345. The accused products include Samsung Galaxy S, A, Note, Xcover, Z Fold, Z Flip, Watch, and Tab series running Samsung Pay/Samsung Wallet. Service was completed in March 2026, answers were filed June 23, 2026, and a scheduling order was entered June 24, 2026; no merits ruling has been reported.
SureCell Transactions LLC v. Samsung Electronics America, Inc. et al.
pending- Docket:
- 2:26-cv-00106
- Filed:
- 2026-02-12
SureCell Transactions LLC filed a patent infringement action against Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. in the Eastern District of Texas, Marshall Division. The complaint asserts six patents, including US 11,989,612, and accuses Galaxy smartphones, wearables, tablets, Samsung Pay/Wallet, and related payment apps. The case is pending.
Malikie Innovations Limited v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Active- Docket:
- 2:25-cv-00519
- Filed:
- 2025-10-27
Lawsuit filed by Malikie Innovations Limited against Samsung entities asserting U.S. Patent 8,666,062. The case is in its early stages, with preliminary motions pending.
Netlist, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
pending- Docket:
- 337-TA-1472
- Filed:
- 2025-09-30
Netlist, Inc. filed an ITC complaint alleging infringement of its patent(s), including US10217523B1, by Samsung entities, Google LLC, and Super Micro Computer, Inc. The investigation was instituted and is pending before an Administrative Law Judge.
Network-1 Technologies, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Active- Docket:
- 2:25-cv-00667
- Filed:
- 2025-06-27
Network-1 Technologies, Inc. filed this patent infringement suit against Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. concerning US patent 12166869. The court denied Samsung's motion to focus asserted patent claims, and a Markman hearing is set for December 14, 2026, with jury selection for June 7, 2027.
Massively Broadband LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
active- Docket:
- 2:25-cv-00608
- Filed:
- 2025-06-06
This lawsuit was initiated by Massively Broadband LLC against Samsung entities as part of a patent litigation campaign. The case is currently active and ongoing.
Massively Broadband LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Ongoing- Docket:
- 2:25-cv-00608
- Filed:
- 2025-06-06
A patent infringement lawsuit filed on June 6, 2025, involving the assertion of twelve patents. US patent 9,667,337 is asserted as one of five patents categorized as 'Intelligent Wireless Broadband Relay Patents' in the complaint.
Massively Broadband LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Ongoing- Docket:
- 2:25-cv-00608
- Filed:
- 2025-06-06
This is an ongoing patent infringement lawsuit where Massively Broadband LLC asserts twelve patents, including US 8,725,700, against Samsung. A jury selection is scheduled for May 17, 2027.
Massively Broadband LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
pending- Docket:
- 2:25-cv-00608
- Filed:
- 2025-06-06
A lawsuit filed by Massively Broadband LLC against Samsung in the Eastern District of Texas. The lawsuit involves twelve patents, including the '794 patent.
Massively Broadband LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Ongoing- Docket:
- 2:25-cv-00608
- Filed:
- 2025-06-06
Massively Broadband LLC filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. asserting patent 11063625. The case is ongoing in the Texas Eastern District Court, with a trial date scheduled for April 19, 2027.
Massively Broadband LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
active- Docket:
- 2:25-cv-00608
- Filed:
- 2025-06-06
Massively Broadband LLC filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. in the Eastern District of Texas. The ongoing case alleges infringement of a dozen patents, including US Patent 10797783.
Netlist, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Stayed- Docket:
- 2:25-cv-00557
- Filed:
- 2025-05-19
Patent infringement case filed by Netlist against Samsung entities. On March 6, 2026, the court ordered a stay in the case.
Maxell, Ltd. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
ongoing- Docket:
- 5:25-cv-00052
- Filed:
- 2025-04-21
Maxell, Ltd. filed a patent infringement suit against Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. The case is ongoing, with Samsung having filed a motion to stay proceedings pending inter partes reviews, including one related to US patent 10812646.
Snapaid Ltd. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
active- Docket:
- 2:25-cv-00378
- Filed:
- 2025-04-10
Snapaid Ltd. filed a patent infringement complaint against Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc., initiating an active litigation.
SnapAid, Ltd. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
pending- Docket:
- 2:25-cv-00378
- Filed:
- 2025-04-10
SnapAid, Ltd. filed a patent infringement action against Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. in the Eastern District of Texas, asserting eight related patents including U.S. 10,009,537. Samsung filed counterclaims including a declaratory judgment that the '537 patent is invalid. The case is pending, with trial set for April 2027.
PayGeo, LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Ongoing- Docket:
- 2:25-cv-00334
- Filed:
- 2025-04-01
PayGeo, LLC filed a patent infringement suit against Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc., asserting multiple patents, including US10796296.
SoftView, LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Active- Docket:
- 2:25-cv-00246
- Filed:
- 2025-02-28
A complaint for patent infringement against Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. has been filed by SoftView, LLC.
Wilus Institute of Standards and Technology Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. et al.
Open- Docket:
- 2:25-cv-00070
- Filed:
- 2025-01-23
Wilus Institute of Standards and Technology Inc. filed this patent infringement suit against Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. asserting US patent 11716171. The case has been consolidated into 2:25-cv-00069 and is set for trial on August 17, 2026.
Wilus Institute of Standards and Technology Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., LTD. et al.
Open; consolidated- Docket:
- 2:25-cv-00070-JRG-RSP
- Filed:
- 2025-01-23
Wilus Institute of Standards and Technology Inc. filed a patent infringement suit against Samsung Electronics Co., LTD. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. This case has been consolidated into lead case 2:25-cv-00069-JRG-RSP in the Eastern District of Texas, is open, and a jury trial has been demanded with selection set for August 17, 2026.
Omni MedSci, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics, Co. Ltd. et al.
Pending- Docket:
- 2:24-cv-01070
- Filed:
- 2024-12-20
Omni MedSci, Inc. filed a patent infringement lawsuit in the Eastern District of Texas against Samsung, Fossil, OnePlus, and Ōura Health Oy, asserting patent 12193790. The case is pending, with defendants having moved for a stay.
One-E-Way, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Active- Docket:
- 1:24-cv-01561
- Filed:
- 2024-12-18
The complaint alleges that Samsung's Galaxy Buds headphones and Level Box and Sound Tower speaker lines infringe on three of One-E-Way's patents, including the '627 patent.
Xifi Networks R&D, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
active- Docket:
- 2:24-cv-01057-JRG
- Filed:
- 2024-12-17
This active district court case, filed by Xifi Networks R&D, Inc. against Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc., is ongoing. Defendants' motion to stay proceedings pending Inter Partes Review (IPR) and Post-Grant Review (PGR) was denied, and trial is scheduled for October 19, 2026.
XiFi Networks R&D, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Active- Docket:
- 2:24-cv-01057-JRG
- Filed:
- 2024-12-17
XiFi Networks R&D, Inc. sued Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. for patent infringement. The case is active, with a trial set for October 19, 2026, and a claim construction hearing scheduled for April 29, 2026.
Xifi Networks R&D, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Ongoing- Docket:
- 2:24-cv-01057-JRG
- Filed:
- 2024-12-17
Xifi Networks R&D, Inc. initiated a patent infringement lawsuit against Samsung Electronics. The court denied Samsung's motion to stay proceedings, and the case is ongoing with a jury trial set for October 2026.
VB Assets, LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., LTD. et al.
Active- Docket:
- 1:24-cv-01368
- Filed:
- 2024-11-22
This is an active infringement lawsuit filed by VB Assets LLC against Samsung. According to the narrative, the case is in its early stages.
CM HK Limited v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Stayed- Docket:
- 2:24-cv-00880
- Filed:
- 2024-10-31
This case was stayed on August 20, 2025, pending the outcome of related litigation in the Northern District of California and a related IPR proceeding at the PTAB.
VB Assets, LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Active- Docket:
- 2:24-cv-00828
- Filed:
- 2024-10-09
This active case targets Samsung's Bixby 2.0 products for patent infringement.
Wilus Institute of Standards and Technology Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Open- Docket:
- 2:24-cv-00765
- Filed:
- 2024-09-20
A patent infringement claim filed by Wilus Institute of Standards and Technology Inc. against Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
Freedom Patents, LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Dismissed with prejudice- Filed:
- 2024-06-14
- Terminated:
- 2024-08-23
Freedom Patents, LLC sued Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Samsung Electronics America, Inc., and Harman International Industries, Inc. for patent infringement. The case was dismissed with prejudice by Chief Judge Amos L. Mazzant, with each party bearing its own attorney fees, costs, and expenses.
Mesa Digital LLC v. Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
Active- Docket:
- 7:24-cv-00306
- Filed:
- 2024-04-18
This patent infringement case is currently open.
Harbor Island Dynamic, LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
stayed- Docket:
- 2:24-cv-00140-JRG-RSP
- Filed:
- 2024-02-27
Harbor Island Dynamic sued Samsung for infringement of the '886 patent and related patents based on Samsung's Antenna Switch and Coupler die (e.g., PK5562_01), allegedly used in the Galaxy S22 Ultra. The case was stayed pending the PTAB IPR proceedings.
Headwater Research LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Dismissed- Docket:
- 2:23-cv-00641
- Filed:
- 2023-12-29
- Terminated:
- 2025-09-30
The case was dismissed with prejudice on September 30, 2025, following a joint motion by the parties, which suggests a settlement was reached.
Monticello Enterprises LLC v. Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
ongoing- Docket:
- 6:23-cv-00763
- Filed:
- 2023-10-20
The complaint asserts that Samsung's "Samsung Pay" technology utilizes methods protected by U.S. Patent No. 11,461,828.
Chien-Min Sung v. Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. et al.
Stayed pending resolution of a parallel action- Docket:
- 4:23-cv-00752-SDJ
- Filed:
- 2023-08-21
Chien-Min Sung sued Samsung entities for infringing US Patent 8974270, among others, by using third-party pad conditioners in their CMP processes. The case is currently stayed.
Gaea LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
active- Docket:
- 6:23-cv-00522
- Filed:
- 2023-07-21
This case is currently active and is part of the same assertion campaign as the case against Meta Platforms, Inc.
Daedalus Prime LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
stayed- Docket:
- 2:22-cv-00352
- Filed:
- 2022-09-12
Daedalus Prime LLC asserted eight patents, including the '080 patent, against Samsung and TSMC in the Eastern District of Texas. The case was stayed in October 2022 under 28 U.S.C. § 1659 pending a parallel ITC investigation; it was consolidated with 2:22-cv-00353 and 2:22-cv-00354 and then deconsolidated per the stay order.
Manufacturing Resources International, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Open/pending- Docket:
- 2:22-cv-00320
- Filed:
- 2022-08-19
MRI's complaint asserted infringement of the '595 patent (among others) and sought injunctive and monetary relief. A parallel IPR invalidated the challenged claims, which may affect this case's viability.
Manufacturing Resources International, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
closed (disposition unverified)- Docket:
- 2:22-cv-00320
- Filed:
- 2022-08-19
MRI sued Samsung entities in the Eastern District of Texas asserting five patents, including U.S. Patent No. 11,013,142. The docket is closed as of March 2024, but the specific disposition is unverified.
Power2B Inc v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Final Written Decision- Docket:
- IPR2022-00325
- Filed:
- 2022-02-15
An inter partes review (IPR) proceeding at the PTAB, initiated by Samsung, challenging US Patent 9946369, which has reached a Final Written Decision.
Parus Holdings, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics America, Inc. et al.
closed- Docket:
- 6:21-cv-01073
- Filed:
- 2021-10-15
- Terminated:
- 2023-02-22
Parus sued Samsung asserting the '705, '455, and '402 patents. The case closed on February 22, 2023, consistent with settlement or dismissal.
Parus Holdings, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
active- Docket:
- 6:21-cv-01073-ADA
- Filed:
- 2021-10-15
Parus asserted the '455, '705, and '402 patents against Samsung in the Western District of Texas. Joint claim construction proceeded through late 2022 with coordinated defendants, but the final disposition was not confirmed.
Smart Mobile Technologies LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Dismissed with Prejudice- Docket:
- 6:21-cv-00701
- Filed:
- 2021-07-02
- Terminated:
- 2024-07-15
All claims, counterclaims, and affirmative defenses were dismissed with prejudice, with each party bearing its own costs. No damages or injunctive relief were awarded, reflecting a negotiated resolution.
Proxense, LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
dismissed with prejudice- Docket:
- 6:21-cv-00210-ADA
- Filed:
- 2021-03-05
- Terminated:
- 2023-01-19
Proxense sued Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. in the Western District of Texas, asserting several patents including US 9,049,188 against Samsung Pay/Galaxy devices. The case was resolved before trial by consent judgment/stipulated dismissal with prejudice, closing January 19, 2023, with no court ruling on validity or infringement of the '188 patent.
Context Directions, LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Terminated - voluntary dismissal- Docket:
- 6:20-cv-01063
- Filed:
- 2020-11-17
- Terminated:
- 2021-08-26
Suit against Samsung accusing Galaxy S10/S20 series smartphones and Galaxy Watch devices of infringing the '791 patent; terminated by voluntary dismissal in August 2021.
RFCyber Corp. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Litigation- Docket:
- 2:20-cv-00335
- Filed:
- 2020-10-16
RFCyber Corp. sued Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. for patent infringement concerning US patent 10600046 in the Texas Eastern District Court.
DivX, LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
terminated/settled- Docket:
- 337-TA-1222
- Filed:
- 2020-09-10
Section 337 investigation filed by DivX against Samsung, LG, MediaTek/MStar, Realtek, and TCL entities. The asserted patents included the '486 patent. Realtek was terminated in 2021; the investigation was terminated as to TCL in May 2022 based on a settlement agreement.
Power2B, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co. et al.
Active- Docket:
- 6:20-cv-01183
- Filed:
- 2020
Power2B, Inc. filed this patent infringement suit against Samsung, which is currently active and involved claim construction, with a construction adopted on November 10, 2021.
SpaceTime3D, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Terminated/closed- Docket:
- 2:19-cv-00372-JRG
- Filed:
- 2019-11-14
SpaceTime3D sued Samsung in the Eastern District of Texas alleging infringement of the '654 patent and related patents. The case was terminated/closed; a Markman claim-construction order issued December 7, 2020, and a motion to stay was denied December 4, 2020.
Kannuu Pty Ltd. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
active- Docket:
- 1:19-cv-04297
- Filed:
- 2019-05-10
Kannuu alleged that Samsung's Smart TVs and Blu-ray players infringed on its patents, including the '393 patent. The case was stayed pending IPR proceedings, but as of July 2025 was described as active, with the court granting Kannuu leave to file a second amended complaint to add new patents.
Kannuu Pty Ltd. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
ongoing- Docket:
- 1:19-cv-04297-ER
- Filed:
- 2019-05-10
The district court case is ongoing and involves several patents asserted by Kannuu against Samsung for alleged infringement by various Samsung Smart TVs and Blu-ray players. U.S. Patent 11,200,252 was asserted in this action after the original complaint was filed.
One-E-Way, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Early Stages- Docket:
- 1:24-cv-01561
This is a patent infringement lawsuit filed by One-E-Way against Samsung in the Western District of Texas. The case is currently in its early stages.
W&Wsens Devices Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Active- Docket:
- 2:24-cv-00854-JRG
W&Wsens Devices Inc. sued Samsung for patent infringement, asserting patent 11621360 and other related patents. The court denied Samsung's motions to stay pending PTAB review and to transfer the case to the Northern District of California. Samsung was granted leave to amend its invalidity contentions.
Telcom Ventures LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
Active- Docket:
- 2:24-cv-00691-JRG
Telcom Ventures LLC filed a patent infringement complaint against Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. The case is active in the Eastern District of Texas with a jury selection date set for June 22, 2026.
Cobblestone Wireless LLC v. Samsung Electronics America, Inc. et al.
Cobblestone Wireless LLC sued Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. in the Eastern District of Texas for infringement of US Patent 7924802.
G+ Communications, LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
invalidated on appeal- Docket:
- 2:22-CV-00078-JRG
- Terminated:
- 2026-07-30
A jury initially found Samsung infringed US Patent 10736130 and another patent, awarding damages. Following a PTAB ruling that US Patent 10736130 was invalid, the district court wiped away the verdict for this patent. The PTAB's invalidity ruling for US Patent 10736130 was affirmed by the Federal Circuit on July 30, 2026.
Headwater Research LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
dismissed (settled)- Docket:
- 2:24-cv-00228-JRG-RSP
Headwater sued Samsung for infringement of '055 and related patents. The parties filed a joint motion to dismiss; in September 2025 the court dismissed Headwater's infringement claims with prejudice and Samsung's counterclaims/defenses without prejudice, each side bearing its own fees and costs.
Smart Mobile Technologies LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
dismissed with prejudice- Docket:
- 6:21-cv-00701-ADA
- Terminated:
- 2024-07-15
Smart Mobile Technologies LLC asserted U.S. Patent 9,614,943 (one of 12 asserted patents) against Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. in W.D. Tex. The case was dismissed with prejudice on July 15, 2024 via a joint motion, with no damages or injunctive relief awarded.
Fundamental Innovation Systems International LLC v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. et al.
claim construction held; later outcome not confirmed- Docket:
- 2:17-cv-00145-JRG-RSP
FISI sued Samsung Electronics entities in E.D. Tex. asserting the '586 patent. Claim construction was held on 2018-01-31; later outcome not confirmed.