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Zoltar Satellite Alarm Systems, Inc. v. Snaptrack, Inc.

Citation: 118 F. App'x 501Docket: No. 04-1558, 04-1577

Court: Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit; November 23, 2004; Federal Appellate Court

Narrative Opinion Summary

Snaptrack, Inc. has successfully paid the required filing fee, leading to the court's decision to grant its motion for reconsideration regarding the dismissal of cross-appeal 04-1577, which was initially dismissed on October 18, 2004, due to the non-payment of this fee. As a result, the court vacates the dismissal order and recalls the mandate. Additionally, Zoltar Satellite Alarm Systems, Inc.'s motion for a 30-day extension to file its brief is deemed moot. The briefing schedule is currently suspended, particularly in light of Snaptrack's recent motion to dismiss Zoltar's appeal.

Legal Issues Addressed

Effect of Filing Fee Payment on Court Orders

Application: The payment of the filing fee by Snaptrack, Inc. resulted in the vacating of the previous dismissal order and the recall of the mandate by the court.

Reasoning: As a result, the court vacates the dismissal order and recalls the mandate.

Mootness of Extension Motions

Application: Zoltar Satellite Alarm Systems, Inc.'s motion for an extension to file its brief became moot due to the suspension of the briefing schedule.

Reasoning: Additionally, Zoltar Satellite Alarm Systems, Inc.'s motion for a 30-day extension to file its brief is deemed moot.

Reconsideration of Dismissal Orders

Application: The court granted Snaptrack, Inc.'s motion for reconsideration after the company paid the required filing fee, which led to the reinstatement of its cross-appeal.

Reasoning: Snaptrack, Inc. has successfully paid the required filing fee, leading to the court's decision to grant its motion for reconsideration regarding the dismissal of cross-appeal 04-1577, which was initially dismissed on October 18, 2004, due to the non-payment of this fee.

Suspension of Briefing Schedule

Application: The briefing schedule was suspended pending Snaptrack, Inc.'s motion to dismiss Zoltar's appeal.

Reasoning: The briefing schedule is currently suspended, particularly in light of Snaptrack's recent motion to dismiss Zoltar's appeal.