In this white paper we share some of the critical IP-related issues we've uncovered whilst working with investors. We also highlight how robust, detailed and highly focused IP due diligence can ensure you have everything you need to make the most informed investment decisions.
As a university student or academic you might be vaguely aware of IP as a concept but still wonder “Why is IP important?” and “Where do I start with my IP strategy?”. Our guide takes you through five facets of IP that are particularly important for businesses relying on university-originating IP.
A referral has now been made to the EPO’s Enlarged Board of Appeal asking it to clarify the law concerning the doctrine of ‘plausibility’ and the use of post-filed data to support inventive step.
Potter Clarkson has once again been recognised as a top tier operator in the latest Legal 500 survey, which bills itself as the clients’ guide to the best law firms, attorneys and solicitors.
Potter Clarkson has moved to larger premises in London following year-on-year revenue growth of 33%, a raft of stellar hires and an increase in big-ticket client work.
The UK government’s National AI Strategy, launched on 22 September 2021, sets out a 10-year plan to make the UK a global AI superpower.
The advent of vertical farming may cause something of a re-think of some aspects of intellectual property infringement.
After many twists and turns over more than four decades, the implementation of a so-called “Unitary Patent Package”, i.e. the establishment of a Unitary Patent and a Unified Patent Court (UPC), now seems close to coming to fruition.
Our specialist UPC team hopes the following frequently asked questions will provide insight into the proposed Unitary Patent and Unified Patent Court landscape.
Last week, Peter Finnie, Nick McDonald and Mark Nichols hosted a webinar on 10 Tips for Implementing AI and IP in to Your Business. They discussed key considerations for businesses around the development and protection of AI solutions, obtaining and using input data and protecting AI outputs.
In line with the UK’s bid to be a global leader in innovation and to support a post-pandemic recovery, the UKIPO has launched a new grant called "IP Access" to help SMEs protect and commercialise their IP.
We have developed this hub to provide you with an overview of the UK’s position regarding intellectual property in a post-Brexit landscape, along with our recommendations to ensure your rights remain protected.
As an initiative to support SMEs to pursue their IP rights, the Danish Ministry of Industry, Business and Financial Affairs has introduced a new IP action plan. The hope is that the initiatives included in the plan will further drive innovation in Denmark.
The latest version of the Guidelines for Examination at the EPO (entered into force on 1 March 2021) includes a stricter approach to the practice of bringing the description into line with the allowed claims. Here we consider the practical implications of those changes.