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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
The UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) has issued a transformative practice update that will impact the scope of UK Trade Mark protection. It affects the Trade Mark rights that can be secured, the way those rights will be managed and enforced, as well as the official fees that must be paid.
How companies can use their patents in the Patent Box scheme to significantly reduce their corporation tax.
If you receive patentability objections, you can request a hearing at the UK IPO instead of heading to court. But what are your chances of success?
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.
This article explores patent strategy, and how to use excluded patent matter to your advantage. It will make you think about your global commercial goals, consider the differences in the patent laws in different countries, and the mindset you should have when...
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A personal tragedy sparks a unique solution. For Dick Woods, the journey to becoming a champion for wild birds began with a heart-breaking discovery in his own garden.
First published Nov 2022, updated Apr 2025: latest data shows around £1.469 million will be claimed in Patent Box relief by 1,600 UK companies.
Counterfeits cost more than lost sales, they can damage your brand, harm consumers, and erode trust. A UK Customs Application for Action (AFA) gives you the power to stop them at the border.
Almost all of us can remember when the online marketplace was born. It happened almost overnight.