Australian Patent Enforcement— A Proposal For An Expert Panel Opinion Part 2
Dimitrios EliadesQueensland University of Technology The appointment of the Expert Panel raises practical issues. These issues are related to its selection, cost and the briefing materials it will consider.
When To Sue—Using An EP Application
Xavier VallvéUniversitat Autonoma de Barcelona There are different issues to take into account when deciding the correct moment to sue a possible infringer. One of these elements is the status of the patent or patent application which is to be used.
Overlooking Issues In Cross-Border Licensing Transactions
Tsuyoshi DaiTsuyoshi Dai Law Office This article is an overview of issues and risks in cross-border licensing transactions. Typical intellectual property licensing agreements can be said to include: (1) patent and know-how licensing agreements for medicine, machinery, electronics and so on; (2) copyright licensing agreements for IT and software; and (3) trademark licensing agreements or […]
Protection of Trade Secrets in Lawsuit Procedures in Japan
Masashi ChushoIkuta, Nakoshi & Takahashi
Fair Play: IP Rights And Major Sport Events— Notes On Fighting Counterfeiting, Parallel Imports And Ambush Marketing In Brazil
Gabriel LeonardosKasznar Leonardos Intellectual Property Sports are currently one of the best ways to connect people worldwide. The significance of sports in today’s society is a clear reflection of the influence and passion that arises in each supporter.
A Look Into IP Deals—The True Value Of IP
David R. JarczykktMINE Only through a deep look at IP deals can one really begin to uncover the true value of IP. This article summarizes royalty rate and structure trends for IP deals in the Pharmaceuticals, Software, Consumer Products and Telecommunications industries. The LESI IP Valuation Committee in cooperation with ktMINE, an IP information services […]
Recent U.S. Court Decisions And Developments Affecting Licensing
John PaulFinnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP Brian KacedonFinnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP Inducement, a form of indirect patent infringement, provides for liability where one party causes infringement by another. Under recent law, inducement may apply to situations where one party performs certain steps of a patented method and causes another party […]
Remembering LESI’s Past President Akira Mifune
It is with sorrow and respect that we inform the LES Community about the passing of Akira Mifune on 27 June 2013. Akira was President of LESI in 1992 and served LESI with great dedication and distinction. It is with sorrow and respect that we inform the LES Community about the passing of Akira Mifune […]
Cornell University Spinout Empire Robotics Wins LES Foundation International Graduate Student Business Plan Competition
A Tie for the LES International Global Award Results in Prizes to Both MRS from Universita del Salento, Italy and ParadigMed from University of Arkansas, USA A Tie for the LES International Global Award Results in Prizes to BothMRS from Universita del Salento, Italy and ParadigMed from University of Arkansas, USA SEATTLE, May 16, 2013—Student […]
Around the World with LES Expands to Month-Long Celebration of IP
The Licensing Executives Society will expand its ‘Around the World with LES’ (ATW) celebration to encompass a month of events aimed at celebrating IP, raising awareness and uniting IP-interested business professionals worldwide. Series of coordinated events across the globe highlights critical role IP plays in improving lives and building economic growth WASHINGTON, April 16, 2013 […]
