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Interpreting a patent search report for the first time can be daunting – learn what it means and how to use it to your advantage …
It seems like just last week I wrote up the 2024 activities of the Intellectual Property Enterprise Court. In fact it’s been a whole year, it’s nearly 2026, and the IPEC has been busy. Last year we had just eight published final judgments, covering trade marks,...
Brief overview of Plant Breeder’s Rights: what they are, how to use them, the criteria that must be met, and how to market your new plant or vegetable variety.
This article explains the surprising benefit of an out-of-date patent applicant address, and as a result how a patent applicant can potentially extend from the statutory 2 months to around 1 year the further processing period in which their lapsed European patent...
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...
Just how wrong do they get Patents in some of the popular TV shows? Read on to find out …
Albright IP recognised again among Europe’s top law firms! The Financial Times …
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.
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.
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.