Versata Software, Inc. et al v. Internet Brands, Inc. f/k/a CarsDirect.com et al, No. 2:08-cv-00313 (E.D. Tex. Jan. 17, 2012)

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Before the Court are several pretrial mo tions, two filed by the plaintiffs and one by the defendants. After reviewing the pa rties’ submissions and hearing counsels’ argument at a hearing on December 19, 2011, the Court disposes of these motions as follows: (1) The Plaintiffs’ Motion to Dismi ss Defendants’ Affirmative Defense and Counter Claim of Inequitable Conduct (Dkt. No. 122): the Court DENIES that motion. (2) The Plaintiffs’ Motion for Leave to Amend Complaint (Dkt. No. 133): the Court GRANTS that motion.