Harm to other Implementers Clause Samples

The "Harm to other Implementers" clause is designed to prevent actions or behaviors by one party that would negatively impact other parties implementing the same agreement or standard. In practice, this clause may restrict a licensee from asserting patents or enforcing rights in a way that would hinder or disadvantage other implementers, ensuring a level playing field. Its core function is to promote fairness and interoperability among all parties by minimizing legal or technical barriers that could disrupt the broader adoption or implementation of the standard.
Harm to other Implementers. Subject to Sections 10.3 and 19 of this Agreement that exclude certain types of damages or limit overall damages, Applicant shall be responsible for harm suffered by another Implementer to the extent that the harm was caused by Applicant’s willful or reckless act or intentional misconduct in each case in breach of a Section of this Agreement to which the other Implementer is a third party beneficiary pursuant to Section 21.6 of this Agreement.