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Copyright
With the European Parliament set to vote on the modernisation of copyright rules this afternoon, WIPR explains what you need to know about the controversial legislation and its sticking points. 12 September 2018
Trademarks
French cosmetics company L’Occitane en Provence has today prevailed against a trademark cancellation action at the EU General Court. 12 September 2018
Patents
When deciding who to pick for its expert group on standard-essential patents, the European Commission should focus on people with real-world experience in licensing and valuation, says Adrian Howes of Nokia. 12 September 2018
Trademarks
Convenience store chain 7-Eleven yesterday accused fashion brand Original Penguin of infringing trademarks related to the chain’s popular slushie drinks. 11 September 2018
Trademarks
A wine wholesaler yesterday successfully defended its applied-for trademark against one opposition in the UK, before being defeated by another opposition to the same mark. 11 September 2018
Patents
The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit handed victory to technology companies Apple and Samsung yesterday, in a dispute over a patent covering wireless hot spot technology. 11 September 2018
Patents
Patent Annuity Costs, which consults with patent owners on how to manage patent annuities, has launched a comparison website for IP renewal services. 11 September 2018
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The Licensing Executives Society will host its 2018 Annual Meeting in Boston, from October 14 to 17, as WIPR finds out. 11 September 2018
Trademarks
American fashion brand Calvin Klein has filed a lawsuit against online counterfeiters who have allegedly been selling infringing underwear, handbags, and sunglasses. 10 September 2018
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The National Football League is being sued for using the images and likeness of three US sports stars without their permission. 10 September 2018
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