Sight Sciences wins $34M patent verdict against Alcon, but collection hinges on appeals

Filed March 30, 2026 · Period ending March 27, 2026 · ~1 min read

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  Court upheld jury verdict that Alcon willfully infringed three Sight Sciences patents, awarding $34M in damages plus 10% ongoing royalty on Hydrus revenue through November 2028.

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  No cash will be collected until Alcon exhausts appeals or appeal deadline passes, meaning actual payment could be delayed significantly.

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  Alcon is challenging patent validity through USPTO reexamination. If patents are invalidated before litigation becomes final, Sight Sciences may be unable to collect the judgment.

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