Pegasystems decries Appian’s ‘harassment’ ahead of new trial

Software company takes aim at Appian’s “redundant discovery requests” as pair gear up for new trial following overturned $2bn verdict | Appian faces “tougher case” before a new jury amid scrutiny of legal requirements relating to damages | Reversed verdict had “structural integrity of a skyscraper of cards”.

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