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Do I have to identify the designer?
It is possible to waive the name of the designer when filing a European Community Design, but you should be sure that you have the rights to the design
by Dr William Doherty | Mar 11, 2026
How companies can use their patents in the Patent Box scheme to significantly reduce their corporation tax.
by Dr William Doherty | Feb 5, 2026
For years, the question has been asked: in a patent, what exactly counts as an inconsistency between the claims and the description? This article explains the position with reference to current case law.
by Dr William Doherty | Dec 22, 2025
This article explores patent strategy, and how to use excluded patent matter to your advantage. It...
by Dr William Doherty | Jun 6, 2025
Having spent Easter in France driving around with commercial radio on, I was frequently roused from my passenger seat slumber by the squawking of a bird imploring me to consume beer.
by Dr William Doherty | May 3, 2025
From home brewing mishaps to patent pitfalls, discover how UK IP law applies to beer-making and how to avoid infringement when a hobby turns commercial.
by Dr William Doherty | Oct 1, 2024
Pokémon are back in the news, this time with an IP dispute.
by Dr William Doherty | Jun 14, 2024
All sporting events require drama, however; step forth Ballinno B.V., proprietors of European patent EP1944067, alleging that UEFA’s preferred VAR provider, Kinexon GmbH, infringe EP’067.
by Dr William Doherty | Mar 5, 2024
Fees for European patent applications are changing from 1 April 2024. These include reductions for small companies and even the abolition of some fees. Internal renewal fees are rising by less than the rate of inflation resulting in a decrease since 2016 in absolute terms.
by Dr William Doherty | Aug 30, 2023
The devil makes work for idle hands. Whilst contemplating lunch at my desk, I found myself drawn to the UKIPO opinion service website
by Dr William Doherty | Jun 14, 2023
The interest in Intellectual Property led entertainment does show how great rewards can coalesce around a single coherent vision, if the right steps are taken to protect what you have created.