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Three key takeaways from how the new disproportionality defence is affecting SEP infringement cases

The Munich Regional Court has clarified its stance on the hot topic in German patent litigation, ruling on the new defence in three parallel SEP cases, providing welcome clarity for future litigation strategies.

New legislation overhauls and their impact on IP litigation

While the codification of remote hearings, a triple exchange of briefs and the simplification of procedures may present new challenges, these new reforms should ultimately bring about positive changes to the justice system by streamlining and modernising procedures.

Countdown to IPBC Korea 2023

Just one month until IP leaders will gather in Seoul for an agenda tackling policy developments, market trends, and commercial pressures

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BREAKING: UPC opening date delayed by two months

Sunrise period will now begin in March, with court set to launch in June

05 December 2022

The UPC must take action to clear up its CMS access mess

Saturday Opinion: Difficulties gaining case management system access are throwing the court’s start date into question

03 December 2022

The way Kathi Vidal is using director review makes a lot of sense, says former top PTAB judge

The board is transparent, efficient… and frustrating for patent owners, says Scott Weidenfeller in an exclusive interview

25 November 2022

What success for the UPC will look like

Europe’s new unitary system could be a global gamechanger but there are some key developments to look for when deciding whether it has actually become one

24 November 2022

EPO cements ‘new normal’ with permanent move to videoconferencing

Examination and opposition proceedings will continue to be held online, though the future of appeal hearings is less certain

23 November 2022

IP office hits pause to evaluate pilot programme to boost examiner expertise

Designed to help patent examiners grasp complex technical concepts, the one-year trial period for the Industry Collaborative Patent Interview pilot programme has come to an end. TIPO is now considering the first year and whether to continue with the initiative.