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UPC’s first decision concerning a second medical use patent

On 13 May 2025, the Düsseldorf Local Division (LD) of the UPC issued the first decision about a second medical use patent, EP 3 536 712, in force in five UPC member states … [Read more...] about UPC’s first decision concerning a second medical use patent

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Sole(ly) aesthetic? The Birkenstock Sandal goes to the Federal Court of Justice

In Germany, the Federal Court of Justice recently issued a highly anticipated judgment regarding questions of copyright protection for works of applied art, which in this instance related to nothing … [Read more...] about Sole(ly) aesthetic? The Birkenstock Sandal goes to the Federal Court of Justice

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Spectre of multi-million-dollar counterfeiting hangs over Super Bowl Sunday

Behind the glitz, gloss and razzmatazz of this year's record-breaking Super Bowl, worldwide networks of counterfeiters continue to exploit the global sporting showcase. According to the NFL, this … [Read more...] about Spectre of multi-million-dollar counterfeiting hangs over Super Bowl Sunday

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UPC Court of Appeal denies liability of Belkin’s managing directors as intermediaries for patent infringement – Partial suspensive effect of the appeal granted

On 13 September 2024, the Munich Local Division (LD) granted a permanent injunction based on a standard essential patent (SEP) against Belkin and several of its corporate officers. Belkin appealed … [Read more...] about UPC Court of Appeal denies liability of Belkin’s managing directors as intermediaries for patent infringement – Partial suspensive effect of the appeal granted