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Challenging European patent matters before the EPO options at a glance
In the context of a European patent application which is processed by the European Patent Office (EPO), there are various mechanisms available to a third party wishing to challenge the validity of the application before the EPO - either before, or after, the application is granted. -
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Molly Guy-Hickson
I joined the patent team at D Young & Co in October 2021 and am particularly interested in the fields of bioengineering and aerospace. I enjoy applying my technical background in physics, astrophysics and engineering to my role.After completing a bachelor’s degree in physics with astrophysics, I wanted to expand… -
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Rules on UPC representation confirmed
Following the inaugural meeting of the Unified Patent Court's Administrative Committee on 22 February 2022, the approved Rules on the European Patent Litigation Certificate and Other Qualifications allowing European Patent Attorneys to represent clients in the UPC have now been published. These rules confirm the routes by which European Patent… -
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Preparing for the UPC
After several false-starts, the biggest change in the European patent landscape, namely the introduction of a Unitary Patent (UP) and launch of the Unified Patent Court (UPC), is looking like a real possibility for 2022. In this article, Rachel Bateman, partner and patent attorney at D Young & Co, discusses… -
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Trade Mark Newsletter No.121
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3D trade marks in Europe - just how safe are your 3D registrations?
A couple of recent cases have again highlighted the possible inconsistencies and lack of guarantees that would give brand owners with three-dimensional marks the comfort they need concerning the protection and enforcement of their rights in the European Union. -
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Non-use revocation of TRUE NORTH - victory for the small fish in a big pond
A rural Scottish salmon company facing non-use revocation, retained its registration for salmon and related goods, representing at least a partial win for small rural businesses with only local and seasonal sales. Whilst no singular piece of evidence was decisive, genuine use was inferred by piecing together various pieces of… -
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Fighting IP crime in the UK: UKIPO publishes new IP crime counter-infringement strategy
The UK Intellectual Property Office has published its new IP crime counter-infringement strategy for 2022-2027. The strategy’s delivery plan will be intelligence-led, harm-focused, and continuously improved through partnership, leadership, and education. -
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Certification marks: Manuka not sweet enough for registration
The Manuka Honey Appellation Society (applicant) was the owner of a pending certification mark for MANUKA HONEY in respect of goods in class 30, claiming priority from a New Zealand certification mark. -
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The (urban) bubble bursts No likelihood of confusion despite evidence of confusion
In a recent IPEC decision, Judge Hacon found that the sign URBAN EVOLUTION is not sufficiently similar to the URBANBUBBLE mark to give rise to trade mark infringement or passing off in respect of identical property and real estate management services. The evidence of confusion relied on was not caused…
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