BrainsWay Resolves Neuronetics Litigation
BrainsWay Ltd. (NASDAQ: BWAY) announced the settlement of litigation with Neuronetics, Inc. in the District of Delaware. The settlement terms remain confidential, and BrainsWay did not admit liability. CEO Christopher von Jako emphasized the company's focus on advancing its Deep TMS™ therapy for patients. BrainsWay is recognized for its innovative neurostimulation treatments for various mental health disorders, holding three FDA clearances for its technology. The company remains committed to expanding the use of Deep TMS and conducting further clinical trials.
- Settlement of litigation reduces uncertainty and legal expenses.
- Focus on advancing Deep TMS therapy post-litigation.
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BURLINGTON, Mass. and JERUSALEM, Jan. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BrainsWay Ltd. (NASDAQ & TASE: BWAY) (“BrainsWay” or the “Company”), a world leader in advanced and non-invasive treatment for brain disorders, today reported that it has settled litigation filed by Neuronetics, Inc. (“Neuronetics”) in the District of Delaware.
BrainsWay had filed a motion to dismiss the case, and, while that motion was pending, agreed to settle the case on mutually agreeable terms and without any admission of liability or wrongdoing, including the release of certain potential counterclaims, to avoid the time, expense and uncertainty of litigation. “We are pleased to have resolved this litigation so that we can focus our full attention on our technology and bringing our Deep TMS™ therapy to patients,” said Christopher von Jako, P.h.D., President and CEO of BrainsWay.
Except as set forth in this press release, and a corresponding announcement from Neuronetics, the parties have agreed to keep the terms of the settlement agreement confidential.
About BrainsWay
BrainsWay is a global leader in advanced noninvasive neurostimulation treatments for mental health disorders. The Company is boldly advancing neuroscience with its proprietary Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (Deep TMS™) platform technology to improve health and transform lives. BrainsWay is the first and only TMS company to obtain three FDA-cleared indications backed by pivotal clinical studies demonstrating clinically proven efficacy. Current indications include major depressive disorder (including reduction of anxiety symptoms, commonly referred to as anxious depression), obsessive-compulsive disorder, and smoking addiction. The Company is dedicated to leading through superior science and building on its unparalleled body of clinical evidence. Additional clinical trials of Deep TMS in various psychiatric, neurological, and addiction disorders are underway. Founded in 2003, with offices in Burlington, MA and Jerusalem, Israel, BrainsWay is committed to increasing global awareness of and broad access to Deep TMS. For the latest news and information about BrainsWay, please visit www.brainsway.com.
Forward Looking Statements
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Contacts:
BrainsWay:
Scott Areglado
SVP and Chief Financial Officer
Scott.Areglado@BrainsWay.com
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