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Independence Day – Court of Appeal unanimously upholds revised litigation funding agreements

In a judgment handed down on 4 July 2025, the Court of Appeal held that a litigation funding agreement (LFA) where the funder's return is capped at the amount of damages recovered is enforceable. … [Read more...] about Independence Day – Court of Appeal unanimously upholds revised litigation funding agreements

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UK’s 10-Year Health Plan: embracing innovation and technology for a healthier future

The Government's 10-Year Health Plan for England has arrived, setting out reforms to transform care and harness innovation. Referred to in the UK's Industrial Strategy launched earlier this month, … [Read more...] about UK’s 10-Year Health Plan: embracing innovation and technology for a healthier future

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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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UK Litigation Funding: reform or retain?

The Civil Justice Council (CJC) has closed its consultation on the future of the litigation funding market, drawing a range of responses from key stakeholders, including legal and regulatory … [Read more...] about UK Litigation Funding: reform or retain?