Europe
Our latest update also includes the latest case filing statistics, and an update on how a transatlantic merger could be a UPC opportunity for the US half of the partnership
Labelled the ‘largest law firm merger in history’, the new outfit could also spell an opportunity for US clients to capitalise on Hogan Lovells' UPC expertise
Andy Lee and Amy Brooks of Brandsmiths explain how the firm secured a win for Peppa Pig over rival children’s character Wolfoo, in a case that centred on copied audio clips
A fresh wave of deals highlights why investors favour IP firms and why independent outfits may soon have to rethink their strategy
Sponsored
Sponsored
-
Sponsored by ZaccoPeter Gustav Olson of Zacco draws on recent case law to consider whether the EUIPO is changing its approach to enforcement as AI drives a rapid software evolution -
Sponsored by MaiwaldA single process patent and a well-executed intellectual property strategy can hold the key to unlocking long-term commercial success, says Christian Meyer of Maiwald, in an article co-written with Footprint Technologies
-
Sponsored by Bird & BirdAnna Wolters-Höhne of Bird & Bird summarises proposed updates regarding market access activities and explains the practical implications for patentees and potential defendants, with reference to recent Unified Patent Court case law
-
Sponsored by NLOEmily Flood and Gamze Gezer-Voerknecht of NLO examine how European patent law applies to the booming nutraceuticals market, focusing on EPO practice, therapeutic versus non‑therapeutic claims, and strategic drafting considerations
-
Sponsored by Patrinos & KilimirisConstantinos Kilimiris of Patrinos & Kilimiris says the unusually high award signals a potential shift in how Greek courts assess non‑pecuniary harm in infringement cases
-
Sponsored by InventaDiogo Antunes of Inventa examines a Portuguese trademark ruling concerning a famous work by the Mexican painter and its implications for the assessment of affinity between signs and goods
European Jurisdictions