Function Media, L.L.C. v. Google, Inc. et al, No. 2:07-cv-00279 (E.D. Tex. Jan. 15, 2010)

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I. Introduction Pending before the court is the defendant Google Inc.’s (“Google”) motion to exclude certain expert opinions (Dkt. No. 329). Google contends that the plaintiff Function Media, L.L.C.’s (“FM”) damages expert, Walter Bratic, employs irrelevant data and unreliable methodologies to form his opinions. For the reasons set forth below, Googl e’s motion to exclude is GRANTED in part and DENIED in part. II. Factual and Procedural Background On July 3, 2007, FM sued Google for patent infringement. FM alleges that Google infringes U.S. Patent Nos.