The IPKat

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The updated EPO Guidelines for Examination will enter into force on 1 March 2023. The Guidelines have been updated to reflect Montenegro's new status as the 39th contracting state of the EPC (A-III-12.1). The consultation can be accessed here , and runs until 4 April 2023. A draft version of the Guidelines can be previewed here.

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JD Supra Law

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The topics include: • Year in Review – Federal Contracts Case Law Update- • Cost Accounting Compliance- • How the IIJA and IRA will Impact Federal Contractors in 2023 and Beyond- • Everything You Thought You Knew About CDA Jurisdiction Just Changed – And For the Better-. Please see full review below for more information.

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 14, 2023

This Africa IP Highlights 2023 is the result of collaboration between myself and several IP practitioners and researchers across Africa: Clarisse Mideva ; Rita Chindah ; and Jessie Mgonga. In Nigeria, Airtel Nigeria Limited neglected to renew their contract with actor and filmmaker Adewole Ojo to use his photographs for advertisements.

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JD Supra Law

JANUARY 15, 2024

This post summarizes a newly published draft regulation (“Draft Regulation”) that, if passed, will amend the Québec Charter of the French Language (“Charter”) and the Regulation respecting the language of commerce and business in certain key areas, such as commercial contract drafting and the use of English-language trademarks.

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JD Supra Law

OCTOBER 18, 2023

If a company contracts to acquire software which it then licenses to a third party as a component of a lucrative service package, did it “sell” the software? In Value Health Solutions, Inc. Pharmaceutical Research Associates, Inc., Pharmaceutical Research Associates, Inc., By: Fox Rothschild LLP

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JD Supra Law

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

On September 1, 2023, Gervon Dexter Sr., a former University of Florida Gator and current Chicago Bear, filed a lawsuit aimed at invalidating an NIL contract that he signed during his junior year at the University of Florida. The contract in question exemplifies the very concerns that advocates for increased oversight and.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 30, 2023

As 2023 comes to an end, in line with our annual tradition, we take stock of the top IP developments that occurred this year. We have also included a list of other notable IP developments of 2023. The judgement was passed in October 2022, but was uploaded in September 2023 on the High Court’s website. A special thanks to Mr. G.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

AUGUST 31, 2023

. “all his claims relate to the suspension of his account and the alleged failure to suspend the third-party user’s account, whether they are styled as breach of contract, tort, or fraud claims…All of Plaintiff’s claims seek to treat Twitter as a publisher.” Contract Breach. 2023 WL 5493823 (N.D.

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JD Supra Law

JANUARY 11, 2024

Reviewing the Major Plays of 2023 - This past year saw major developments in the world of college sports. From challenges to name, image and likeness (NIL) contracts to congressional hearings to proposed NCAA guidelines, 2023 set the field for a new year ripe for resolution and possibly more challenges. By: BakerHostetler

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The IP Law Blog

JANUARY 19, 2023

Genius sued Google for breach of contract over music transcriptions. The petition states that the Court must clarify whether the Copyright Act’s preemption clause permits a plaintiff to use “state-law contract remedies to enforce a promise not to copy and use its content.” Next up, we have Genius v. Finally, we have Green v.

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Plagiarism Today

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

As such, the judge is holding firm to the currently planned trial date, which is in January 2023. Morantz, who is 77, is suing Downey over alleged copyright infringement, breach of contract and elder abuse. None of the defendants have responded to the lawsuit at this time.

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JD Supra Law

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Film lawyer Gordon Firemark and music lawyer Tamera Bennett discusses the latest on the Hall and Oates Partnership Sale – or freeze thereof; legislation pending and passed to limit lyrics as evidence in criminal cases; and analysis of the new SAG/AFTRA and WGA contracts post-strike(s).

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

9 November 2023 was a crucial date for Australian businesses because from that date significant penalties can now be imposed on businesses found to have unfair contract terms (UCT) in their contracts. The Federal Government had introduced significant changes to laws relating to UCT on 10 November 2022.

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IIPRD

AUGUST 29, 2024

Hence, commercialization occurs by distributing contracts among the authors and directors/publishers to distribute their works. Like any contract, a broadcasting agreement is entered between the concerned parties ascertaining their rights and obligations with respect to their content as a document enforceable in the eyes of law.

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TorrentFreak

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The process began late 2023 with a soft market testing exercise followed by the publication of the listing above mid-April 2024. The contract was eventually awarded to Bristol-based Calvium Limited, which according to its website already works with the NHS and the Department of Transport.

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Olartemoure Blog

JUNE 28, 2024

According to the document titled “Relationship in the Open Innovation Ecosystem in Colombia Landscape 2021-2023,” it is highlighted that Colombia surpassed Brazil in the total value of contracts in the third year of measurement, despite having a much shorter trajectory. For further information, consult the report here.

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Indiana Intellectual Property Law

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The parties then entered into a Design-Build Contract , which included financial terms, budgets, building plans, completion dates, etc. The Plaintiffs also claim that the contract granted Cardinal a limited, irrevocable, and nonexclusive license to use the drawings, specifications, calculations, etc. Continue reading

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Trading Secrets

DECEMBER 5, 2023

We invite you to watch our highly anticipated webinar, where Seyfarth Shaw LLP’s leading attorneys in non-compete law skillfully guide you through the intricacies of non-compete agreements in the United States, focusing on the latest updates in 2023. California recently enacted two new non-compete laws.

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The TTABlog

MARCH 31, 2023

The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (Tee-Tee-Ā-Bee) has scheduled eight (8) oral hearings for the month of April 2023. April 11, 2023 - 1 PM [Virtual]: In re Panini America, Inc. April 11, 2023 - 1 PM [Virtual]: In re Panini America, Inc. April 12, 2023 - 1 PM [Virtual]: In re Garan Services Corp. Welch 2023.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

On September 1, 2023, Gervon Dexter Sr., a former University of Florida Gator and current Chicago Bear, filed a lawsuit aimed at invalidating an NIL contract that he signed during his junior year at the University of Florida. Dexter was subsequently drafted by the Chicago Bears in the second round of the April 2023 NFL Draft.

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The IP Law Blog

JANUARY 12, 2023

As 2023 commences, it’s time for companies to review and take stock of their intellectual property assets. This applies to companies that have never taken serious steps to protect intellectual property and companies that understand the value of intellectual property and take active steps to secure and protect those assets. .

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U.S. Department of Commerce

AUGUST 31, 2023

Congratulations to the 2023 Class of Sustainability, Energy, and Environmental (SEE) Ambassadors! August 31, 2023 ASowah@doc.gov Thu, 08/31/2023 - 11:00 Pictured above: The 2023 Class of SEE Ambassadors.

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BYU Copyright Blog

JANUARY 27, 2025

The Professors filed an Amended Complaint in early 2023, and after motion practice by both parties, the court issued its Decision and Order , once again siding with DYouville. In its opinion, the court emphasized that copyright licenses are interpreted according to principles of contract law.

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IP and Legal Filings

APRIL 29, 2024

These organizations sign contracts with sportspersons, which govern the terms and conditions of their employment, including their salaries, bonuses, and other benefits. These contracts are typically signed for a specific period, and the terms may vary depending on the sport and the athlete’s performance.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

APRIL 26, 2023

Although we have experienced a technological revolution in the way parties communicate, technological innovation has not altered these fundamental principles of contract formation… there is no evidence that the email allegedly sent to drivers adequately notified drivers of the update. ” Judge Graber dissents in part.

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The TTABlog

MAY 31, 2023

The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (Tee-Tee-Ā-Bee) has scheduled nine (9) oral hearings for the month of June 2023. June 14, 2023 - 11 AM: Mi-Box Moving and Mobile Storage Inc. June 15, 2023 - 1 PM: Robyn Roche-Paull v. June 21, 2023 - 11 AM: Perfectionately Yours, LLC v. June 27, 2023 - 11 AM: LogMeIn, Inc.

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43(B)log

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Although the court dismissed a contract claim, copyright and false advertising claims survived. Eventually, in 2023, the trademark owners of the St. However, the court dismissed the breach of contract claim, finding the EULA’s anti-reverse engineering provisions preempted by copyright law. Andrews and various PGA Tour courses.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

As of 9 November 2023, the Treasury Laws Amendment (More Competition, Better Prices) Act 2022 (the Act) will come into effect, making changes to various laws relating to competition and consumer law in Australia. One of the laws that will be amended is Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), better known

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JD Supra Law

MAY 11, 2023

On June 1, 2023, the new European Unified Patent Court (UPC) will open its doors, and enforcement of European patents in (currently) 17 contract member states will be possible with one action. This series of articles – directed at U.S. and consider their implications on U.S.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

AUGUST 12, 2023

” Despite the contract, the defendants allegedly posted negative remarks about Hah’s work online. Hah’s filings focused on breach of contract, so his other claims weren’t properly alleged. The appeals court says that the contract damages allegation was conclusory and insufficient, so that claim fails too.

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TorrentFreak

DECEMBER 21, 2022

The defendants faced claims of trafficking in circumvention devices under the DMCA, contract interference, and unfair competition. In addition to the copyright infringement, contract, and unfair competition allegations, the defendants now face claims under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act.

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The IPKat

APRIL 2, 2024

Andrew Lykiardopoulos KC and Henry Edwards of 8 New Square presented the highlights of the 2023 patent cases in the form of a Christmas menu, including culinary delicacies such as Turkey with Apixaban Sauce and Caviar by Ocado. Over to Ada : "Before the starters, the chefs served hors d'oeuvres consisting of some outcomes from 2023.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The court dismisses the contract and IIED claims on Section 230 grounds. 2023 WL 5749258 (N.D. 6, 2023) The post Facebook Can Reject Unwanted Ads–Newton v. (The Wikipedia entry gives some clues about why the movie may not have performed as well as the producers hoped). Case citation : Newton v. Meta Platforms, Inc.

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The TTABlog

MARCH 13, 2023

79975600 (March 9, 2023) [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Peter W. 88578059 (March 9, 2023) [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Robert H. 90242361 (March 9, 2023) [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Cheryl S. Welch 2023. YG Entertainment Inc. Dolphin Instruments and Gauges, Inc. TTABlog comment: How did you do?

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JD Supra Law

MAY 10, 2023

On June 1, 2023, the new European Unified Patent Court (UPC) will open its doors, and enforcement of European patents in (currently) 17 contract member states will be possible with one action. This series of articles – directed at U.S. and consider their implications on U.S.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

MAY 13, 2024

In November 2023, X corp. sued Bright Data for trespass to chattels, breach of contract, tortious interference with a contract, violation of California Business and Professions Code Section 17200, and misappropriation. Here, the court agreed, and dismissed Twitter’s breach-of-contract claims on that basis. on all counts.

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TorrentFreak

JANUARY 1, 2023

501 et seq, business defamation, violation of the Washington Consumer Protection Act under RCW 19.86.020, and breach of contract.” January 6, 2023, marks the deadline for amended pleadings and on September 18, 2023, expert witness reports are due. § 1125(a), copyright infringement under 17 U.S.C. §

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