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Future of IP
With scant details to go on, the IP industry is anticipating what Keir Starmer’s appointments and pre-election statements will mean in practice, finds Marisa Woutersen. 10 July 2024
Trade secrets
As investor suits stalk Pegasystems after its landmark loss, in-house legal departments should note the salutary lessons on liability exposure. 10 July 2024
Careers
IP specialist RNA Law will focus on litigation, prosecution, and transactions | Seven senior lawyers make switch to new firm led by litigator Rob Rodrigues. 10 July 2024
Trademarks
IPEC judge said UK Innovations infringed AGA’s trademarks with electric-converted ovens but not copyright | Defendant successfully relied on section 51 copyright defence. 9 July 2024
Trade secrets
“Significant first win” for opponents of divisive ban | Federal judge finds FTC lacks “housekeeping authority” to engage in “substantive rulemaking” and to impose a nationwide rule | Injunction does not apply nationwide. 9 July 2024
Future of IP
New Secretary of State previously vowed Labour would harness AI and "put it to work for everyone from every background” | Starmer’s government expected to adopt a tougher position on AI regulation and laws | Proposed regulatory innovation office would expedite decisions for “fast, clear and consistent regulation”. 9 July 2024
Unified Patent Court
Pan-European court hands down second infringement decision | Revokes patent Europe-wide after counterclaim | DexCom and Abbott dispute over technology for remotely monitoring blood glucose levels in diabetes patients. 8 July 2024
Copyright
Late singer’s siblings denied bid to eject managing members from Legacy company | Court said LLC agreement was “unambiguous” and plaintiffs’ interpretation was correct. 8 July 2024
Trade secrets
Seventh Circuit Court weighs in on trade secret and copyright dispute between Motorola and Hytera | Decision affirms significant portion of Motorola's award, but court orders re-evaluation of copyright damages. 5 July 2024
Trademarks
BOIP appointment brings experience in both legal and trade industries | Director general set to lead office through a transformative period | Five-year plan focuses on sustainability, enhanced partnerships, and user-centric services. 4 July 2024
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