Extra-territorial jurisdiction in patent infringement issues

Article Abstract:

The author discusses extra-jurisdictional ramifications of patent infringement decisions by national courts in the EU, as seen in validity issues raised by the UK and the Netherlands in cases before the European Court of Justice. He then discusses the disadvantages of the EU patent system and proposes the creation of a unified patent for the EU.

United Kingdom, Netherlands, Jurisdiction (International law)

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TRIPs article 32 & the EPC revisited

Article Abstract:

The authors examine the European Patent Office's understanding of the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights' article 32 and whether the European Patent Convention is in compliance, and concludes the EPO is incorrect in its approach to compliance.

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Judicial or administrative roles: the patent appellate system in the European context

Article Abstract:

The author evaluates the appellate system for patents of European Patent Office.

Appellate procedure, Appeals (Law), Patent law, Patent practice

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