Welcome to the ninth edition of the “Good News / BAD News” Blog! Our BAD Team (that is, our Brands, Advertising and Designs Team), serves as trusted advisers to some of the most valuable brands in … [Read more...] about Good news / BAD news – July 2024
CJEU decision on deceptivity of a trademark
For the past 10 years, Goyard and Fauré Le Page have been locked in a multi-faceted dispute over the FAURÉ LE PAGE PARIS 1717 trademarks. In a new twist, the Cour de Cassation (French Supreme … [Read more...] about CJEU decision on deceptivity of a trademark
No revocation carve-out and related actions – 2nd UPC decision on the merits
Following the Düsseldorf Local Division (LD), the Paris LD issued the second UPC decision on the merits on 4 July 2024 (LD, Paris, Dexcom, Inc. v. Abbott et all., 4 July 2024, UPC_CFI_230/2023). Paris … [Read more...] about No revocation carve-out and related actions – 2nd UPC decision on the merits
The first UPC decision on the merits is here
The Düsseldorf LD issued the first UPC decision on the merits (LD, Düsseldorf, Franz Kaldewei GmbH & Co. KG v. Bette GmbH & Co. KG, 3 July 2024, UPC_CFI_7/2023). This decision finds that in … [Read more...] about The first UPC decision on the merits is here
Milan goes live!
In another development emphasising the pan-European nature of the Unified Patent Court, a section of the Central Division commences activity in Milan today. It will hear cases in IPC Class (A) ("Human … [Read more...] about Milan goes live!
How will AI affect tomorrow’s talent?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to transform the workforce, re-shaping how talent is sourced, developed, and utilised. By leveraging AI, organisations can enhance recruitment, personalise employee … [Read more...] about How will AI affect tomorrow’s talent?