Assuming the CAFC takes even more of their sweet ass time, say going into June and possibly after SCOTUS leaves and goes on summer break, before rendering a likely decision not to re-hear...would this (along with Apple's probable request to SCOTUS to delay 60-90 days before requesting Cert.) have a material effect of SCOTUS denying Apple's Cert. by end of this year?
In other words, will SCOTUS have the opportunity no matter how long the CAFC takes (assuming they have a decision in the next few weeks/months) to deny Apple's Cert this year given Apple's opportunity to also use the 60-90 day delay request?
If not, then when is the latest we NEED an answer from CAFC in order for SCOTUS to deny the Cert. this year?
Appreciate any knowing responses. TIA