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European Patent Convention

In major recent developments, the CoA ruled on director liability for patent infringement, and Nokia targeted Paramount at the UPC and in Germany
A flurry of hiring activity among UK firms suggests they are confident of mounting a serious challenge at the UPC
New arrival marks Mewburn Ellis' second partner hire in ten days as firm looks to boost patent litigation and prosecution capabilities
In major recent developments, the court ruled in a dispute over washing machines, issued a reimbursement decision, and the Munich Division welcomed a visit from EU officials
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    The new system raises several questions for European Patent Convention countries that are not EU members, say Selin Sinem Erciyas, Aysel Korkmaz Yatkın, Zeynep Çağla Üstün and Aysu Eryaşar of Gün + Partners
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