IDB Ventures LLC v. Charlotte Russe Holdings, Inc., No. 2:17-cv-00660 (E.D. Tex. Oct. 31, 2018)

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Before the Court is Defendant Academy, Ltd.’s Motion to Dismiss for Failure to State a Claim, Case No. 2:17-cv-523, Dkt. No. 58, and Defendant The Buckle, Inc.’s Motion to Dismiss for Failure to State a Claim, Case No. 2:17-cv-659, Dkt. No. 7. On October 17, 2018, the Court held a hearing on various motions in this case, including the two motions to dismiss. After considering the arguments made in the parties’ briefs and during the hearing, the Court DENIES the motions. BACKGROUND Plaintiff IDB Ventures, LLC, owns U.S. Patent No.