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Color and Grayscale Drawings Now Accepted by the EPO

As of 1 October 2025, the European Patent Office (EPO) accepts and publishes colour and greyscale drawings in European patent applications. Based on the EPO President’s decision of 7 July…

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The “DRACULA” Judgment: Only a registered mark really bites

With the Dracula trademark ruling, the CJEU confirms that in EU trademark law only a registered mark is enforceable: even long-standing prior use of an unregistered sign cannot block infringement…

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Philips v. Belkin before the UPC

In the landmark Philips vs Belkin case, the Unified Patent Court finds infringement of a standard-essential patent (EP 2 867 997 B1) linked to the Qi wireless-charging standard and sets…

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The Black Eyed Peas Case

In its judgment of 3 September 2025, the First Civil Chamber of the French Court of Cassation resolved a long-standing debate on when limitation begins to run in copyright infringement…

Trademark

Next Edition of the Nice Classification (01/01/2026): Get Your Glasses Ready!

The 13th edition of the Nice Classification will come into force on January 1, 2026, bringing major reclassifications affecting products such as eyewear, rescue vehicles, heated garments, and essential oils.…

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The Impact of the UPC on Supplementary Protection Certificates (SPCs)

The establishment of the Unified Patent Court (UPC) is reshaping the way Supplementary Protection Certificates (SPCs) are litigated and enforced across Europe. Jurisdiction now depends on the nature of the…

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Confidentiality Clubs before the Unified Patent Court: Emerging Doctrines and Practical Guidance

The Unified Patent Court is progressively refining its approach to the protection of confidential information. Recent rulings on “confidentiality clubs” clarify who may access sensitive material and how each party’s…

Trademark

The Life of a List of Goods and Services: between precision and limitation

EUIPO, together with the Member State offices, have recently developed the CP15 common practice, which shines some light on the murky issue of the treatment of unclear and imprecise terms…

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Decision G1/23 – Patent before selling: A confirmed imperative

G1/23 clarifies a decisive rule: a product made publicly available becomes prior art, even if its composition cannot be analyzed. The consequence is clear—file before commercialization. This shift particularly impacts…

Patent

Reconstructing Claim Interpretation under the EPC: Legal Insights from G1/24

In decision G1/24, the EPO’s Enlarged Board has ruled that, for assessing patentability, claims must never be interpreted in isolation. Description and drawings must always be consulted, even if a…

Trademark

Domain Name Update: “.BRAND” Extensions (i.e., your brand or company name)

Today, a domain name is inseparable from a trademark: it reflects a company’s identity and shapes its online visibility. Protecting it is crucial to avoid disputes and build digital trust.…

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A Gift Is a Gift? … Or Not ! (Free transfer of Intellectual Property rights)

In France, assigning intellectual property rights for free isn’t always straightforward: recent court decisions show that such transfers can be treated as donations, leading to nullity if not formalized by…

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Color and Grayscale Drawings Now Accepted by the EPO

The “DRACULA” Judgment: Only a registered mark really bites

Philips v. Belkin before the UPC

The Black Eyed Peas Case

Next Edition of the Nice Classification (01/01/2026): Get Your Glasses Ready!

The Impact of the UPC on Supplementary Protection Certificates (SPCs)

Confidentiality Clubs before the Unified Patent Court: Emerging Doctrines and Practical Guidance

The Life of a List of Goods and Services: between precision and limitation

Decision G1/23 – Patent before selling: A confirmed imperative

Reconstructing Claim Interpretation under the EPC: Legal Insights from G1/24

Domain Name Update: “.BRAND” Extensions (i.e., your brand or company name)

A Gift Is a Gift? … Or Not ! (Free transfer of Intellectual Property rights)