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A Siemens unit plans to sue unidentified users who illegally downloaded its software via the internet service provider Comcast for damages of up to $150,000 and has demanded the handover of their personal details. 10 February 2021
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The legality of making oral proceedings by video conference at the European Patent Office compulsory without the consent of all affected parties is to be reviewed. 10 February 2021
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In a significant ruling, Mexico’s Supreme Court overturned decades of resistance and allowed a patent term adjustment, Marina Hurtado-Cruz of Baker McKenzie reports. 10 February 2021
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American sportswear company New Balance has won a significant case against one of China’s most notorious copycat brands. 9 February 2021
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The Biden administration has signalled it may be tougher on antitrust, after the Department of Justice and the US Federal Trade Commission tightened the rules on mergers and acquisitions 9 February 2021
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Diversity amongst barristers is increasing but still falls short of fully representing the society it serves, according to the latest Bar Standard Board annual diversity report. 9 February 2021
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How do you avoid becoming the target of a trade secrets suit or criminal investigation? What are some of the strategic considerations when there is a parallel civil trade secrets case and a criminal trade secrets investigation? 9 February 2021
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Lewis Silkin has appointed litigator Neil Parkes as a partner to the firm’s growing dispute resolution practice. 8 February 2021
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Companies that own IP rights generate 20% higher revenues per employee and pay 19% higher wages on average compared to their contemporaries, according to the latest joint EU Intellectual Property Office/EPO report. 8 February 2021
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Singapore is seeking public comment on an overhaul of its copyright laws, which aim to strengthen fair use exceptions and grant automatic protection for commissioned works such as photographs. 8 February 2021
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