https://gowlingwlg.com/ecaapi/fr-fr/rss/resource?service=BrevetsRessources de Gowling WLG - Produit RSS84679c11-aba5-4ca5-b1e8-f39a5a6a5a2ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2026/restoring-patent-priority-in-canadaLearn how restoration of priority can help patent applicants in Canada protect an earlier filing date.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 Z5c120633-18b8-4a3b-be44-9c083c2c3aa8https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2026/a-guide-to-ai-inventions-in-singapore-and-canadaThis article provides a comparative analysis of Singapore (IPOS) and Canada (CIPO) patent landscapes, offering actionable drafting and prosecution strategies for maximising portfolio value in both jurisdictions.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z1ad2bda1-c1bc-49f7-aab7-989cbdd78191https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/client-work/2026/gowling-wlg-successfully-represents-jempak-ulc-in-complex-patent-trialGowling WLG successfully represented Jempak ULC in a complex patent infringement action before the Federal Court of Canada, resulting in the dismissal of all infringement claims advanced by Gemak Trust.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z8d72c88d-8ca5-45f9-b060-735d440f7184https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2026/pharmascience-v-janssen-supreme-courtThe Supreme Court of Canada’s first patent decision since 2017 provides new guidance on when methods of medical treatment may be patentable.Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z4f32f008-25ab-46d4-acf8-8402c9aa949chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2026/ai-transforming-patent-what-businesses-need-to-knowAI is fundamentally changing how companies invent, file, and protect their intellectual property. The efficiency gains are substantial, but so are the risks.Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z8413bc3d-712d-4d74-85a9-b674ca6575c3https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2026/how-foreign-companies-face-canadian-patent-liabilityCan a company working outside of Canada infringe a Canadian patent? The answer may surprise you.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z30dd4909-bd48-46b9-b845-0b219699d7bchttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2026/patentability-and-the-supreme-courtA highly anticipated Supreme Court of Canada decision could bring new clarity to how Canadian patent law treats methods of medical treatment.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z7ec849e0-f000-493e-81d3-dd20e5b36b20https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2026/china-2026-trademark-law-revisionChina's trademark reforms mark a decisive move towards stronger enforcement and real commercial use. For businesses with China exposure, the implications are significant. Read our latest insight to see how to prepare before the changes take effect.Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Zc7efa8e2-f1a5-4597-9e9c-5db1ed9ade41https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2026/from-neurodata-to-the-no-fakes-actThe Nurture Originals, Foster Art, and Keep Entertainment Safe Act of 2026 (the so-called NO FAKES Act) creates a federal intellectual property right in an individual's voice and visual likeness. The new development signals that the idea of treating personal human data as a protectable asset is gaining legislative worldwide traction.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Z45deb591-1899-46dd-998f-c2067bb9568bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2026/new-pmac-model-clausesThe UPC’s Patent Mediation and Arbitration Centre has published model ADR clauses, completing its framework. The development shows why drafting now matters for enforcement, leverage and outcomes under the UPC for patent‑critical SEP and FRAND agreements. Find out more.Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 Z9d09a15f-6caa-4931-b902-0853c1da0123https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2026/protecting-pharmaceutical-and-medical-device-patents-in-saudi-arabiaSaudi Arabia’s fast-growing pharma market under Vision 2030 creates real opportunity, but patents alone won’t stop generics. Rights holders must also register products and notify the Saudi Food and Drug Authority. Get the protection strategy right before launch.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z81f30dd0-0812-4d81-83dd-6cffe0037806https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2026/changing-life-sciences-patent-landscapeLife sciences has transformed and the patent landscape is transforming with it. The question the industry must confront is whether the licensing models inherited from an earlier era can still deliver life-saving innovation to patients efficiently, or if something new is required?Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Z7155e508-8117-4b2f-9f3a-03aaa1c0866fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2026/fifa-world-cup-trademark-copyright-and-enforcement-considerationsThis overview explains how Canada’s existing IP framework will govern use of FIFA World Cup-related marks, content and marketing, and the practical steps businesses can take to avoid missteps before the tournament begins.Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Za7ccbae9-9a61-4ece-9bf3-432b7b5ec761https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2026/legal-side-ip-backed-lendingIP-backed deals require a different kind of legal architecture than traditional asset-based lending—one that reflects the unique characteristics of intangible collateral.Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Z61c3e65c-9672-4119-85bc-a42ca782b694https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2026/ip-protection-canadian-firms-in-saWe explore the key considerations for Canadian mining companies to secure, safeguard and manage their IP rights effectively.Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 Z3bfe55d8-a5da-46ae-b830-dafb50891763https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/how-to-assess-patentable-subject-matter-eligibilityOn the heels of the Supreme Court of Canada’s (“SCC”) hearing in Pharmascience Inc. v. Janssen Inc., et al. regarding subject matter eligibility of methods of medical treatment, the Federal Court issued a subject matter eligibility decision in Dusome v. Canada (Attorney General).Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 Z600aeb01-6a0a-4982-91a0-a881938e9570https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2025/uk-asa-rules-unqualified-sustainable-fashion-google-ads-misleadingAre your sustainability claims putting your brand at risk? Find out how recent ASA rulings on "sustainable" fashion ads highlight the need for clear, evidence-based messaging, and what all brands should do next.Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 Zd67f081d-9fce-4e99-99e9-6574154a117fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/client-work/2025/upc-case-win-for-molecular-instrumentsOur Life Sciences UPC Litigation team is proud to announce that, together with teams at patent attorney firm Boult and Dutch lawyers at De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek, they have secured a victory for US company Molecular Instruments in a patent litigation case before the Unified Patent Court (UPC), Local Division of the Hague.Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 Ze8dda82d-f745-4f0f-bc8f-5257269f4377https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2025/chinese-version-of-your-brandDo you need to use a Chinese name in branding? Do you need to secure a Chinese brand name in IP? The real question is whether you control your Chinese name.Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Z85cce640-633b-4526-b290-77a93b2d013fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2025/budget-2025-a-measured-step-up-for-ip-and-innovationBudget 2025 introduces new tax incentives, expanded R&D supports, and major investments in AI and IP programs to strengthen Canada’s innovation ecosystem. Overall, the budget aims to make it easier for businesses, especially those developing intellectual property, to innovate, grow, and keep their IP in Canada.Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Z4aa5ba66-110e-4780-aa6b-7e1e9b3ef680https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/recovering-from-canadas-patent-office-delaysAs delays continue with Canada’s Patent Office, patentees should consider if Canada’s recently introduced Patent Term Adjustment (PTA) system can provide some recovery of otherwise lost patent term. With the Patent Office’s service standards now significantly extended, a greater number of patents may qualify for PTA than was the case when PTA was first proposed.Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Zf086c6bb-ff30-4e92-93f0-79f52e416efehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/retailers-and-brands-face-a-deluge-of-new-challenges-as-cma-intensifies-action-on-drip-pricingConsumer law dominates compliance in 2025 as the Competition and Markets Authority gains new powers under the Digital Markets Competition and Consumers Act. Actions target fake reviews, price transparency, drip pricing, enforcement against eight businesses, and guidance for 100 others.Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Z1ecee06f-f71c-4ca2-a557-6724f462e273https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/femtech-in-canada-guide-to-patents-trademarks-and-ip-strategyFemtech—technology and innovation focused on women’s health—has rapidly grown from a niche sector into a central pillar of the modern healthcare economy. As the market expands, strategic intellectual property protection is essential, with patents and trademarks creating defensible moats that safeguard innovation, build consumer trust, and support long-term commercial success.Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Zfc1832d4-d289-4e43-bca8-36d322f2b935https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/stability-ai-defeats-getty-images-in-landmark-copyright-caseStability AI largely wins Getty Images case, clarifying UK law on AI and copyright. Getty drops main claims but urges government support for content creators. The judgment addresses secondary infringement and AI’s legal context.Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Z3dcbb433-a30b-419e-a50f-c7d3454566bbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/hidden-costs-chinese-ip-strategy-wrongHere are five of the most common blind spots and how you can avoid them while there’s still time.Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 Zd0414f76-0fde-40c4-9555-04f3ef6f4f9dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/uk-court-of-appeal-clarifies-redaction-test-in-optis-v-apple-frand-licensing-disputeThe Court of Appeal’s latest decision in Optis v Apple clarifies when UK courts will redact confidential information in judgments.Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 Zf5781957-cf93-48f5-83d4-10191b02d6bchttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2025/canada-patent-maintenance-feeCet article donne un aperçu des obligations d’un breveté qui souhaite protéger ses demandes de brevet et ses brevets canadiens.Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:00:00 Zb9e0d681-e67d-4040-84f4-2d6966e2a3d0https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/federal-court-of-appeal-clarifies-patent-deadlinesSi les taxes requises pour le maintien en état d’un brevet ou les surtaxes ne sont pas payées à temps, le rétablissement du brevet n’est alors possible que si toutes les parties concernées peuvent démontrer qu’elles ont agi comme l’aurait fait toute personne raisonnablement prudente.Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:00:00 Z24de14c2-584b-4541-9c70-d491952cbfcchttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/crispr-patent-landscapeIn this article we summarize the current state of the CRISPR patent landscape, including major disputes and proceedings in key jurisdictions, and more.Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 Z8fcef619-d091-4b38-9eb2-dc03840f1329https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/neurodata-in-the-algorithmic-ageIn today's algorithmic age, neurodata is no longer just a medical curiosity—it has become a critical resource powering personalized medicine, adaptive technologies, and even targeted advertising.Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 Zf8b66cdf-2084-4382-ad1d-7ae1564927afhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2025/your-step-by-step-guide-to-the-uks-important-design-law-consultationThe UK government is consulting on reforms to modernise design law, creating a framework tailored for the digital age to better support UK innovation and creativity.Thu, 04 Sep 2025 00:00:00 Zc57f47ce-ff36-4ebd-9289-6eeb417a736ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2025/ai-impact-ip-rights-enforcementAI is both a source of new creative tools and a disruptive force challenging long-standing business models and requiring that we develop new legal standards and norms.Thu, 28 Aug 2025 00:00:00 Zf7b7a39a-4435-4b1e-af7d-2c338058174fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2025/safeguarding-trademarks-brands-globalized-marketAs companies push to expand their market reach, safeguarding trademarks and branding becomes a legal necessity and a strategic imperative.Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 Zff3deb65-faa6-4c2e-ae13-d078b4d791d3https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/cultural-heritage-sustainability-ip-assetsThe protection and sustainable use of cultural heritage are not only matters of preservation but also of innovation and economic opportunity which has become both an asset and a responsibility.Fri, 15 Aug 2025 00:00:00 Zb826b25d-5ee3-4ec0-bb56-459c9066abfbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/ip-ownership-of-the-human-cell-atlasLet’s unpack the legal implications of this ambitious international project.Fri, 15 Aug 2025 00:00:00 Zf18f9925-fe7a-40ae-82d2-0cf61e0b36dchttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2025/can-us-differences-in-patent-prosecutionThe patent prosecution processes in Canada and the United States have evolved in distinct ways, resulting in notable procedural and substantive differences.Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:00:00 Zd49e43dc-cc0d-4dc2-b589-69b440721400https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/why-computer-software-is-too-vague-for-trademark-protection-and-why-it-mattersIn the EU, vague trademark claims like “computer software” persist despite the Court of Justice of the European Union rulings requiring clarity. Unlike NFTs, software lacks specificity, risking unjust monopolies. Courts now limit such claims, urging applicants to be precise to ensure fair competition.Tue, 05 Aug 2025 00:00:00 Zc064f433-401b-4988-86ba-98505a207139https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/navigating-virtual-patent-marking-in-chinaVirtual patent marking in China is complex due to the lack of explicit regulations. Companies must comply with general patent laws, detailing patent categories and numbers in Chinese to ensure proper protection and showcasing of intellectual property.Tue, 27 May 2025 00:00:00 Z5446c849-ac1b-4317-8b86-7c17844f4e04https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2025/eu-courts-can-overreach-in-foreign-patent-disputesThe Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has ruled in BSH v Electrolux case that courts of EU Member States may hear claims for infringement of foreign patents when seised by domicile. We explore the scope of the reasoning and inconsistencies in the court's position.Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 Z67a3f663-4f95-4239-a7f1-4360f907c2cbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/ip-assets-guide-to-maximizing-your-portfolio-valueIntellectual property can be a central asset for your business, but are you maximizing its value? Read on for a guide to understanding the types of IP available in Canada, how your business can best utilize its IP portfolio, and best practices for maximizing IP as a business asset.Tue, 06 May 2025 00:00:00 Zef063a2d-545d-4e4a-b2c9-46dc5ec21c28https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/from-ad-law-to-influencersThis year's INTA Annual Meeting is once again almost upon us. The event is now global benchmark on the IP industry calendar. This year's no different with more than 10,000 delegates set to descend on the San Diego Convention Center, for five days of meetings, presentations and networking.Tue, 08 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Z3e3d4a13-092f-4ddf-9542-be48d2c2146dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/can-you-benefit-from-more-ip-protectionIn this article, we will discuss three different forms of intellectual property protection in Canada: patents, trademarks and industrial designs.Thu, 03 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Z74e4135d-a744-4d7b-9457-f015eaed5814https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2025/ip-complaints-trade-fairs-chinaGiven China's vast market size and manufacturing capabilities, large-scale trade fairs are held regularly. Among them, the Canton Fair is one of the largest and most comprehensive in the world.Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00 Z43605e81-4a62-46a1-a8f7-ab55fc45b2f4https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2025/what-does-the-upcs-dusseldorf-courts-long-arm-mean-for-global-patent-disputesWe explore the Fujifilm v Kodak case, as the UPC Düsseldorf court's recent decision to rule on a UK patent, despite the UK not being part of the UPC system, highlights the court's jurisdictional reach and its implications for global patent disputes.Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:00:00 Z8398eaf1-0f48-4f0d-a242-5f7563e745a1https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/updates-to-canadian-patent-office-practices-in-2025Des modifications aux Règles sur les brevets du Canada sont entrées en vigueur le 1er janvier 2025.Fri, 21 Feb 2025 00:00:00 Z92cd9fb2-83c5-4abb-9774-ddf437721c96https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2025/beware-overreach-by-eu-courts-in-foreign-patent-disputesWhy should companies be wary of overreach by EU courts in foreign patent disputes? We explore the BSH v Electrolux and Fujifilm v Kodak cases that raise critical questions about the jurisdiction of courts of EU Member States and the UPC.Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 Z27ca84b9-669c-477c-a38f-3cacbf291c6ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2025/beyond-the-standard-patent-termBeginning January 1, 2025, patent term adjustment is available to protect patent owners from diminished patent terms in Canada.Thu, 09 Jan 2025 00:00:00 Z0210b8d6-0364-471d-b73a-b2c5cae6c59ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2025/canadian-patent-law-2024-in-reviewPrepare for the year ahead with our 2024 summary of notable Canadian patent law developments.Wed, 08 Jan 2025 00:00:00 Z927e6ac1-9fab-4670-866c-109e381b29f2https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2024/transparency-in-litigation-part-threeIn the final article of our three-part series on transparency in litigation, we take a look at transparency issues from the perspective of the courts of France.Thu, 25 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z9140b0f7-875a-4201-979e-c1e81e668669https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2024/transparency-in-litigation-part-twoIn part two of our series on transparency in litigation, we take a look at the litigation documents that non-parties can obtain in the courts of England and Wales, and the principles underlying document requests.Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z0a5db28a-191e-43e3-a118-b9a1a2e95a9ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2024/transparency-in-litigationIn our three-part series 'Transparency in Litigation' we take a look at the documents that non-parties can obtain in the Unified Patent Court (part one), the courts of England & Wales (part two) and the French courts, with a deep dive into the principles underlying requests for documents (part three). Read the first article here.Fri, 12 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z7e8d0437-a86f-43c6-923c-d88c7b3a4cd8https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2024/canadas-proposed-patent-term-adjustment-frameworkCanada's Patent Term Adjustment framework, set to take effect in January 2025, promises to address unreasonable delays. However, the proposed regulations may fall short, potentially excluding many patents from receiving adequate term adjustments. Learn more about the implications for patentees and how to voice your concerns.Wed, 12 Jun 2024 00:00:00 Z03586957-7cfc-4135-afb0-306e6fda05fahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2024/claims-for-patent-infringement-in-albertaClaims for patent infringement in Alberta have only a two-year and not a six-year limitation period as set out in the Patent Act. Seriously? Comments on the recent Alberta Court of Kings Bench decision in JL Energy Transportation Inc. v. Alliance Pipeline Limited PartnershipTue, 07 May 2024 00:00:00 Zc44e9465-ac98-47b2-b40c-b9b0c820803ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2024/protecting-canadian-innovation-cleantech-sectorLes technologies émergentes visant à régler des problèmes environnementaux ou à en atténuer les conséquences sont mieux connues sous le nom de « technologies propres » ou « cleantech ». Elles incarnent une possibilité de croissance potentiellement foudroyante pour l'innovation canadienne.Wed, 17 Apr 2024 12:21:00 Z97beb504-500b-4ed0-99f0-559f243a7563https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2024/trade-secret-tactics-10-strategies-counselLes secrets commerciaux jouent un rôle primordial dans l'écosystème de l’innovation. Compte tenu de la vitesse à laquelle elle modifie les technologies récentes, les rendant redondantes voire obsolètes, il peut s'avérer inapproprié ou peu rentable de s'appuyer uniquement sur la protection par brevet pour protéger sa propriété intellectuelle.Tue, 26 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z94622cf9-cf74-4c3d-a046-e8230d639acchttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2024/the-whole-truth-and-nothing-but-the-truthIn France a saisie is the instrument par excellence needed for when proving infringement. Although highly effective, it is strictly regulated due to its invasive nature and the fact that the procedure for obtaining it is in principle non-adversarial. In France, in addition to an ad hoc legal framework, case law, and particularly the Cour de cassation (French Supreme Court) has, over the years, laid down obligations that the applicant is required to comply with.Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z2124af50-7f52-4f38-b0fe-87f02cb6f0c6https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/white-papers/2024/26th-annual-patent-case-law-reviewWe recently held our 26th Annual Patent Case Law Review where our IP lawyers explored key topics, including ongoing developments in the SEP/FRAND case law, a review of UPC cases and what to watch out for in 2024. Explore our Annual Review to find out more.Wed, 28 Feb 2024 12:07:00 Zd12c035a-2ca7-43ce-beb5-e024fa5fc797https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/white-papers/2025/annual-patent-case-law-reviewOur annual patent case law review took place at the start of July 2025. As always, a lot of ground was covered, including in-depth and interactive breakout sessions.Wed, 28 Feb 2024 12:07:00 Z870552e3-3a7a-4661-8084-fea9cf8fc905https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2024/patentability-of-methods-of-medical-treatmentMethods of medical treatment are considered to be an exception to patentable subject matter in Canada. However, it is acknowledged that the exception has no explicit statutory basis, and the supporting jurisprudence is both unclear and contradictory.Fri, 23 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Zdba816a0-5042-4bec-82ed-f35d2301ca68https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2024/patentability-of-aiRecent High Court ruling challenges patent eligibility for AI inventions in the UK. The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is appealing the decision and we take a look at the issues under appeal and the possible consequences for the patentability of AI inventions in the UK.Mon, 12 Feb 2024 08:41:00 Z7fbc0f61-11a0-4c20-b9bd-a1be3c60b72ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2024/cjeu-assessed-compliance-with-eu-lawTitulaires de brevets, exécuter une mesure provisoire vous expose à devoir indemniser la partie adverse en cas d'annulation de votre titre. Bien évaluer sa validité préalablement est donc essentiel. Notre nouvel article revient sur la décision rendue en la matière par la Cour de justice de l'Union européenne le 11 janvier 2024, sur son incidence en France et en Allemagne, et sur la façon dont cette problématique est traitée au Canada, au Royaume-Uni, et en Chine.Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z1a46ace0-758c-4f18-a9da-98bedaa2094chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2024/new-costs-cap-under-the-shorter-trial-schemeFor patent and registered design right cases in England and Wales, a new costs cap has been introduced under the Shorter Trials Scheme procedure in the High Court's Patents Court. What does the change mean and how will it impact cost recovery? Here we provide a summary of the key points to note and the wider implications of this change in terms of the options for resolving disputes through the courts.Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z4e81b151-01c7-4b23-addd-2c7bc9e2b16bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2024/qatar-patent-applicationsIn 2023, Qatar became the third country to begin referring the filing and examination of national patent applications to the GCCPO. We provide a summary of what this change means.Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z2e5b5cf6-47c7-446a-9964-f9b1bbe2956ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2024/new-official-fees-for-uae-patent-applicationsA new Ministerial Decision no. 112 of 2023 was issued by the UAE Cabinet in November 2023, which introduces changes to the official fees for UAE patent applications, utility models and industrial design applications, amending the official fees associated with Federal law no. 11 of 2021. The Decision was published in the UAE’s Official Gazette on November 15, 2023 and these changes came into effect on January 15, 2024. In this article, we examine those changes and how they affect patent applications filed in the UAE.Mon, 22 Jan 2024 08:32:00 Zb4896e33-d00c-4f63-a6f5-84e368615509https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2024/canadian-patent-law-2023-year-in-reviewCanadian courts issued many patent-related decisions in 2023. This article summarizes a number of the more notable court decisions.Tue, 16 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z971ddd34-0385-4525-933a-aae9ba0d8878https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2024/patent-applications-must-identify-human-inventorsUK Supreme Court rules in Thaler case: a patent application must identify a human inventor. The judgment leaves open for later cases the possibility of patents for inventions made by humans involving the use of AI. Our legal experts explore this topic in our latest insight.Wed, 03 Jan 2024 10:54:00 Z2d9340d9-b186-4d04-bf2b-1c0138ca5d7ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2023/upc-and-the-definition-of-same-partiesThe Unified Patent Court's (UPC's) decision in a recent case has raised a significant point in relation to the definition of 'same parties' in the context of parallel revocation and infringement claims. Our IP experts do a deep dive and consider what it means for future claims brought before the UPC.Wed, 20 Dec 2023 08:26:00 Zd4ccafe5-7301-4811-b8aa-69f948aa4f7chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2023/rational-reaction-to-emotional-perceptionThe UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has changed its patenting guidelines for AI inventions. Two recent announcements from the IPO have shed some light on the issue, but questions remain. We take a look at what the IPO said and what it will do.Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Zea825db5-8827-49f9-a76f-8a94cf3a20d0https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2023/get-ready-for-patents-for-aiCan you get a patent for AI? The UK High Court has recently issued its first judgment on this topic, Emotional Perception AI v Comptroller-General of Patents [2023] EWHC 2948 (Ch) and has said 'yes'. In this article, we discuss the eligibility, implications and key takeaways.Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 Z1b19a2a0-7a35-44c4-ad2e-4837f7d97e03https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2023/trade-secrets-non-competes-ndasAs one method of safeguarding trade secrets and shielding them from misappropriation, companies often use non-competes and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). The problem, however, is that such agreements may not always be legally enforceable, thus falling short of delivering the intended protection.Fri, 10 Nov 2023 13:50:00 Zcd9de36d-8472-4802-b42d-79130cdd445chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2023/new-trade-secrets-directive-in-germanyThe Act relating to safeguarding trade secrets (GeschGehG) entered into force on 26 April 2019 and fundamentally changed the protection of trade secrets in Germany. Find out key details about the Act and its wider impact in our article.Tue, 24 Oct 2023 14:01:00 Z2d0aa896-96f9-4f3f-862c-52f046b45d7ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/guides/2023/the-legal-500-ip-country-comparative-guide-2023It is important to understand intellectual property on an international level in order for businesses to protect their brands globally. Take a look at our insights in the latest edition of The Legal 500: Intellectual Property Country Comparative Guide.Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Z69c73497-ad60-450b-b162-4e58979a9d1dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2023/recording-assignments-with-the-epoThe European Patent Office has confirmed its return to requiring handwritten signatures for the assignment of legal documents. Our intellectual property lawyers discuss the background to the decision and what organisations need to consider when making future applications to the EPO.Thu, 12 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Zd90bcc61-4369-449b-bbf8-6c59de18c56ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2023/distinction-confidential-information-know-howQu’est-ce qu’un savoir-faire? Qu’est-ce qu’un secret commercial? Un savoir-faire est-il toujours un secret commercial? Tous les savoir-faire sont-ils confidentiels?Tue, 12 Sep 2023 12:07:00 Z2e0c023d-8e9b-4d96-aede-ddf6530d47cahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2023/how-reula-will-impact-ip-law-in-the-ukThe Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Act 2023 (REULA) is now on the statute books. As has been reported widely, it revokes, at the end of 2023, a long list of retained direct and subordinate legislation derived from EU legislation. This will impact intellectual property law in the UK as the UK separates further from the EU.Mon, 04 Sep 2023 11:13:00 Z8e6dd9a7-5908-462c-a1dc-c1df9545748ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2023/prior-art-and-patentability-canadaThis Note provides information useful for patent counsel with responsibility for a global patent portfolio to help them understand the legal analytical framework in Canada for determining the potential patentability of an invention, which a patent applicant may seek to cover.Tue, 22 Aug 2023 19:37:00 Z1f6c2940-038a-497a-82a2-ff7263dc21a0https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2023/federal-court-of-appeal-subject-matter-eligibilityLast summer, the Federal Court proposed a new framework when considering an appeal that arose from the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO)'s rejection of two Canadian patent applications for being directed at ineligible subject matter.Thu, 10 Aug 2023 21:29:00 Ze562e750-1d82-4f19-b7e3-1dc5deb66449https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2023/significant-cipo-trademark-fee-increaseLe 1er janvier 2024, l’OPIC augmentera de 25 % la plupart de ses frais de marques de commerce, y compris les frais de demande d’enregistrement pour chaque classe.Thu, 06 Jul 2023 14:51:00 Z23381152-bc35-4539-8332-958847c61358https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2023/canadian-patent-fees-to-significantly-increaseEn vertu des récentes modifications législatives portées aux Règles sur les brevets du Canada, le tarif des taxes officielles payables au Bureau canadien des brevets en lien avec les demandes de brevets et les brevets délivrés augmentera dès le 1er janvier 2024.Thu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 Z7ec68e1c-dc7f-4f86-a95a-d0ad9183f53bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2023/unified-patent-court-system-in-europeOur panellists examine the position of current and future patents in Europe, consider new options, and provide detailed, practical answers to important questions.Fri, 02 Jun 2023 15:18:00 Zf5bf2384-3dc1-4dce-94c6-e4ebad3ef4c8https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2023/the-pmprb-controversy-and-suspenseThe Patented Medicines Prices Review Board (PMPRB) has seemingly courted controversy over the last 6 years. Through its pricing decisions and proposed regulatory amendments, the PMPRB took steps to expand its jurisdiction beyond its statutory domain.Tue, 25 Apr 2023 16:11:00 Zc20c0060-d738-443c-a884-a39b6e18e9echttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2023/strategically-using-chinese-utility-modelsDespite recent headlines emphasizing "nearshoring" and long-term demographic issues, China remains a manufacturing powerhouse and a large market. In view of this, non-Chinese companies commonly partner with Chinese companies to manufacture products for worldwide distribution and to gain access to the Chinese market.Tue, 25 Apr 2023 16:09:00 Zc85d476b-22bb-494f-96ae-88dbb7df58e8https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/reports/2023/are-you-prepared-for-the-unitary-patent-systemIn 2015, Gowling WLG conducted an online survey of patent attorneys and solicitors in private practice and in-house roles, seeking their views on the introduction of the Unified Patent Court (UPC) and Unitary Patent (UP). The results then showed a strong degree of pessimism as to the necessity of the system and whether it would be a success.Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:00:00 Z439fe93f-afe3-400d-9c4a-4c24ca186bdbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2023/patent-infringement-remedies-around-the-worldOur international panel of intellectual property (IP) professionals have hosted an informative session focusing on the remedies available for patent infringement in Canada, the US, the UK, France, China, as well as under the new Unified Patent Court.Wed, 05 Apr 2023 13:26:00 Ze18cc69c-6986-4c88-8fa5-33521326149dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2023/managing-software-and-ai-inventions-as-ipAlthough AI has been around for some time, the rapid development and widespread application of AI technology over the last 10 years has resulted in a global AI 'patent boom'.Tue, 04 Apr 2023 07:55:00 Za2e7dc29-f02d-43a7-84c9-0c282686c39fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/opting-out-of-the-upcAlors que l'avènement de la Juridiction unifiée du brevet (JUB) approche, les subtilités de son fonctionnement se précisent. Nos experts en propriété industrielle vous précisent ici la structure et le rôle du nouveau tribunal, et apportent quelques précisions relatives à la procédure de dérogation (opt out) qui s'offre aux titulaires de brevets européens, de certificats complémentaires de protection (CCP) et aux demandeurs de brevets.Wed, 15 Mar 2023 08:17:00 Z21ffbc36-04e0-45be-a8ac-83ca03c21b8ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/what-will-litigation-in-front-of-the-upc-look-likeDans cet article, nos avocats en propriété intellectuelle résument les principaux mécanismes et procédures accessibles devant la JUB. Nous avons également établi une comparaison avec les règles et procédures en vigueur en Allemagne, en France et au Royaume-Uni.Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:00:00 Z4d525fce-82a5-4ea8-8b69-43eff60585a0https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/client-work/2023/court-of-appeal-win-for-interdigitalThe Intellectual Property team has secured another Court of Appeal win in 2023 for InterDigital, one of the world's largest mobile and video technology research and development companies, in its litigation against Lenovo.Thu, 16 Feb 2023 09:24:00 Zc8460c03-3ae6-4131-aac8-820fe1937c1bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/videos/2022/influencers-in-torontoIn this series, you will meet a number of practitioners in our Toronto office who have helped their clients overcome a variety of complex legal obstacles.Thu, 09 Feb 2023 18:59:00 Zaee0185d-8588-42b1-a598-507d28f009c9https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/white-papers/2023/annual-patent-review-paper-2022Our annual review of UK patent judgments in 2022 comprehensively reviews the patent decisions of the courts of England and Wales, with comment and opinion on the big issues arising.Wed, 08 Feb 2023 12:07:00 Z2ee8334c-f6b9-451d-a2cc-9271db027c3dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2023/uk-and-uae-approach-to-patent-enforcementIn this article we look at some of the procedural differences between patent litigation in the UK and the UAE. First, we remind readers of the process for obtaining patent rights and utility models in the UAE.Mon, 30 Jan 2023 08:44:00 Z1adeaef6-fd0c-4d9b-ad6f-85bf5b80a959https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2023/canadian-patent-law-2022-year-in-reviewCanadian Courts issued many patent-related decisions in 2022. This article summarizes a number of the more notable court decisions, as well as other patent-related developments from 2022.Thu, 12 Jan 2023 17:15:00 Z3efff9fb-9848-4c72-a7ce-769ed5243309https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/gcc-patent-office-to-handle-new-applicationsIn the latest Official Gazette issued by the GCC Patent Office, it was confirmed that from 1st January 2023 the GCC Patent Office will begin to handle national patent applications on behalf of the requesting GCC country. So far, two countries have confirmed to be referring their national applications from January 2023 to the GCC Patent Office to handle formality and substantive examination.Tue, 20 Dec 2022 09:14:00 Zab8edc47-3ac7-4188-9964-a2a4e4801540https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/changes-to-canadian-patent-rulesAlors que le pays s'apprête à instaurer un régime visant à ajuster la durée des brevets aux termes de l'Accord Canada-États-Unis-Mexique (ACEUM), les Règles sur les brevets seront modifiées afin de simplifier le processus d'examen et ainsi éviter les retards inutiles.Thu, 24 Nov 2022 22:07:00 Z077ba475-634d-4ca6-ae01-6fbc6ccaff23https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/scc-upholds-usd644-million-award-for-patent-infringementIn an 8 to 1 decision (2022 SCC 43), the Supreme Court of Canada has upheld the largest monetary award ever by a Canadian court for patent infringement: $644 million in favour of Dow Chemical for Nova Chemicals' infringement of Dow's patent. In so doing, the Supreme Court provided fresh guidance and a preferred framework for conducting an accounting of profits.Fri, 18 Nov 2022 20:30:00 Z759e3803-8338-44bc-ab49-b4b29ea25707https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/key-trademark-considerations-m-a-transactionsIt is crucial that a buyer or seller of a company does not overlook trademarks and brands in business acquisitions, or any red flags that might get revealed. Luckily, there are solutions to overcome such complexities.Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:00:00 Zaabf5b35-01e6-4d68-b6a8-54ae907e380chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/international-licensors-licensees-business-chinaForeign licensors and licensees need to be aware of the key consequences of doing business in China. Taking proper account of these will also help them weigh up whether to follow through with litigation or to go down the route of arbitration in the event of a dispute.Thu, 17 Nov 2022 13:31:00 Ze78490e3-c7da-4a77-ae2a-2c9f1ce5cd9fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/key-to-success-technology-transfer-tips-ip-managerThe role of the technology transfer office is crucial for getting products to market. Implementing well thought-out strategies will allow these to flourish in your organisation.Tue, 15 Nov 2022 14:38:00 Z637e9ee9-b289-4535-8ce2-39630b8dbc4fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/guides/2022/protecting-your-inventions-in-china-patent-guideOur China Patent Law Guide serves as an easy-to-read, searchable and continuously updated resource for IP practitioners who must learn to negotiate this legal landscape strategically.Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:00:00 Z6a93963f-02da-4467-9aa6-5c161fed0dbehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/client-work/2022/crocs-successfully-asserts-industrial-designCrocs has successfully asserted an industrial design that covers its MAMMOTH line of clogs, establishing infringement by Double Diamond's knock-off Fleece Dawgs products.Thu, 27 Oct 2022 00:00:00 Zbefe3712-2c2c-4b91-b2eb-f6094f4551b9https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/how-far-can-the-upc-reachLa JUB a récemment proposé une modification du Règlement. Dans cet article, notre équipe de propriété intellectuelle examine ces changements et leurs implications.Fri, 21 Oct 2022 00:00:00 Z8930a02d-0d4a-4364-8faf-d09856b674bchttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/client-work/2022/miovision-acquires-rapid-flow-technologiesOn October 11, 2022, Miovision Technologies Inc. announced that it had acquired Pittsburgh-based Rapid Flow Technologies.Tue, 11 Oct 2022 00:00:00 Zb8d0265b-cd24-4176-927b-a87ff28922eahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/false-patent-marking-in-chinaIn China, false patent marking is becoming more prevalent, so it is interesting that in June 2022, the Chinese Supreme People's Court heard an appeal case that shed light on how damages should be determined in such cases. In this article, we explore the outcome of that case and how the approach to determining damages differs to that for patent infringement cases.Thu, 29 Sep 2022 10:34:00 Zaa3cf212-bbaf-4dc2-8e27-832c1be97f55https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/the-cost-challengeGordon Harris' insightful article 'The Cost Challenge: How can UK courts remain competitive for patent litigation in a new era' explores the success of costs reforms instigated in the last 30 years in England and Wales.Tue, 13 Sep 2022 13:11:00 Z85c48bcb-7ff2-46a0-b25f-4fe91cb05d7bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/market-it-or-lose-it-a-cautionary-taleIn AbbVie Corporation v Canada (Health), 2022 FC 1209, Justice Fothergill of the Federal Court upheld the Minister of Health's finding that innovator pharmaceutical companies must actively market their drugs in Canada in order to benefit from Canada's patent linkage regime.Tue, 30 Aug 2022 00:00:00 Z5327db39-c471-4ed0-95cb-773430fec09fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/patent-ownership-when-your-r-d-staff-departThe success of IP transactions is rooted in the IP asset in play. But what if your company suddenly discovers it no longer actually owns the right, despite it being created by employees?Tue, 02 Aug 2022 14:38:00 Zbe731487-11b7-4f80-a27f-29565a2f65a5https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/be-proactive-about-ip-ownershipFor patented or patentable inventions, it is best practice to execute an agreement for a patent assignment that compensates the employee for the invention separately from their usual employment compensation.Tue, 02 Aug 2022 14:36:00 Zf0441588-2136-4be5-9a1f-899e26501fb5https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2022/going-global-with-your-patents-for-smesPatent rights are the lifeblood of the global innovation economy and one of the most valuable corporate assets a growing business can have. With the right strategy, IP assets can be levered to secure finance for company growth, as well as attract and solidify partnerships.Wed, 20 Jul 2022 14:37:00 Zaceff640-d48b-4918-ac5e-74b8fc7be602https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/how-does-the-upc-workNotre équipe de propriété intellectuelle explique tout ce qu'il faut savoir sur la JUB, sa structure et son fonctionnement.Mon, 18 Jul 2022 12:49:00 Zd56fef2c-00d8-48eb-ad8b-579d4bc991d1https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/new-export-control-provisions-for-uae-patentsWhat do the new restrictions to the Implementing Regulations for the UAE Patent Law mean for companies and research organisations operating in the military defence or national security sectors? We discuss the new provisions for UAE patents with security or military application.Thu, 30 Jun 2022 13:21:00 Z30f91ad1-33e9-4654-a835-152e4b136ce5https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/a-small-screen-patent-infringement-caseIn Rovi v Videotron, 2022 FC 874, Rovi alleged infringement by Videotron of four patents with respect to interactive television program guides. Rovi sought an accounting of Videotron's profits or, in the alternative, damages in the form of a royalty.Wed, 29 Jun 2022 16:43:00 Z93790faf-6470-4a3b-b966-db39fa518ea9https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/eligibility-test-computer-implemented-inventionsFor the third time in a little over a decade, the Canadian Federal Court has disagreed with how the Canadian Intellectual Property Office determines eligibility of computer-implemented inventions.Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:00:00 Z7295a317-3fdc-4d44-bd6d-105a3205cde0https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/middle-east-based-patent-filers-are-you-preparedIn this article we summarise everything Middle East-based European patent holders need to know about the major changes to the European patent system.Wed, 01 Jun 2022 00:00:00 Z8c1b84de-cfe3-41dc-9263-5dd58eb2acc1https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/patents-as-legal-firepower-evolusion-conceptsFirearms with detachable magazines allow the user to quickly replace the magazine when it is depleted without disassembling the firearm action. In many shooting sports where scores are based on a combination of speed and accuracy, the ability to quickly replace an empty magazine can have a significant impact on a competitor's ranking.Thu, 28 Apr 2022 15:43:00 Zc9483e0c-552d-40d4-8d98-710be0ce8a3dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/map-of-the-unified-patent-court-upcL'introduction de la Juridiction unifiée du brevet offre une protection dans tous les États participants membres de l'UE. Utilisez notre carte interactive pour comprendre le statut actuel de chaque juridiction.Thu, 21 Apr 2022 00:00:00 Z9929fe24-b1ff-44ea-9034-fdb6ad78b6edhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/guide-to-the-unified-patent-court-upcToute personne impliquée dans le domaine des brevets en Europe, que ce soit aux stades de l'application, de l’octroi de licences ou de l’évaluation du risque de potentielles contrefaçons, doit comprendre comment le système de la JUB fonctionnera et se préparer dès maintenant à son lancement. Visitez notre centre de ressources sur la JUB et le brevet unitaire pour un guide facile à suivre et des FAQ.Wed, 20 Apr 2022 00:00:00 Zd72ab2fe-0eee-4df7-b173-72b6d611b32bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/ip-transactions-in-china-and-canadaDans le cadre de nombreuses opérations de propriété intellectuelle (PI) dans le domaine des sciences de la vie, le transfert de données et de technologie joue un rôle essentiel. Toutefois, on consacre généralement très peu de temps aux détails des dispositions opérationnelles à cet égard, et on néglige également de se pencher sur les dispositions juridiques et réglementaires territoriales concernant le partage des données entre les autorités réglementaires. Afin de pouvoir préserver les droits de PI d'une partie et les faire respecter, surtout en matière de secrets commerciaux, les professionnels en sciences de la vie doivent absolument savoir de quelle façon les données et la technologie sont traitées.Fri, 25 Mar 2022 17:33:00 Zca66a038-f24a-4e1c-83bd-f74a4eaed385https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/accelerate-patent-prosecution-in-asean-regionHow can businesses accelerate patent prosecution in the ASEAN Region? In this article, our Singapore IP experts discuss the main international, regional, and national acceleration programmes in Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countriesThu, 24 Mar 2022 00:00:00 Z00a58eff-319b-466e-93a2-d155873aac8dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/exhaustion-of-patent-and-trademark-rightsSi votre entreprise participe ou souhaite participer à l'importation au Canada de marchandises protégées par un droit de propriété intellectuelle, il vous faut comprendre les implications de la loi canadienne en ce qui a trait à « l'épuisement » du droit concerné.Wed, 09 Mar 2022 14:54:00 Z50b15b00-b4cb-4258-b84d-8d171b324d99https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/exhaustion-of-patent-and-trademarks-in-franceWhat is the law on 'exhaustion' of intellectual property in France and the EU? Our global IP experts explore the development of the regime governing exhaustion in the country for patents and trademarks, and what this means for businesses.Wed, 09 Mar 2022 14:52:00 Z5a7689a4-a4e4-4b6d-8ce6-727a356593a3https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/exhaustion-of-patent-trademark-rights-in-the-ukOur global IP experts explore the UK's 'exhaustion' regime for patents and trademarks, how this governs the import of genuine IP-protected goods, and what it means for businesses.Wed, 09 Mar 2022 00:00:00 Z4248d321-5fec-41b1-a6af-ad73b82c001fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/canadian-patent-law-2021-year-in-reviewL'année 2021 a été fort occupée pour les tribunaux fédéraux en plus d'être le théâtre d'un certain nombre de changements au chapitre du droit canadien des brevets. Le présent article résume les décisions judiciaires notables en la matière au Canada en 2021.Wed, 02 Mar 2022 14:20:00 Z31facd6e-06c9-46b4-8c50-d00db567e7c6https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/podcasts/2022/protecting-cleantech-inventions-in-canadaHow do you commercialize an idea in Canada's cleantech sector? Step one: protect it.Wed, 16 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Z0a7f34a8-3774-4eec-b074-40b98eb380c9https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/white-papers/2022/annual-review-of-uk-patent-judgments-2021Read our complete guide to the key patent case law emerging from the courts in the UK in 2021, in which partner Gordon Harris takes you through a blockbuster year of patent case law, noting trends and points to watch out for.Fri, 11 Feb 2022 11:08:00 Z9686d33f-16e2-4b6d-adf3-98bc9f35eae2https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/protecting-innovation-in-fintechWe take a look at a recent example of an innovator's rights in FinTech apparently being under threat by a departing employee, before discussing how to protect your trade secrets.Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Zc7f8db40-5ff5-4c74-ab81-d2395e8d7d86https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/patent-infringement-summary-trend-continuesLa décision de la Cour fédérale dans l'affaire Kobold v. NCS, 2021 FC 1437 présente plusieurs éléments inédits. Plus important encore, la Cour a été appelée à y interpréter et à y appliquer pour la première fois la nouvelle défense de l'« utilisation antérieure », prévue à l'article 56 de la Loi sur les brevets.Tue, 08 Feb 2022 14:48:00 Z9c2b8ebd-d6d5-463d-b6b5-5427e28c36f0https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/what-to-expect-in-2022-pending-patent-decisionsUn mois à peine après le début de l’année 2022, les tribunaux fédéraux ont pratiquement réussi à statuer sur toutes les décisions pendantes en matière de brevets. Celles relatives à l’affaire Rovi Guides sont toujours en instance devant la Cour fédérale, et la Cour d’appel a encore une décision à rendre en la matière.Tue, 08 Feb 2022 14:42:00 Zce265dfc-bce1-4adf-8fbd-338ab10beed8https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/new-uae-patent-law-what-do-you-need-to-knowThe UAE has issued Federal Law no. 11 of 2021 concerning the regulation and protection of Industrial Property Rights. In this article, we review the key changes in the Law and their implications.Thu, 03 Feb 2022 08:53:00 Ze869e1ff-c63c-4c1b-a25b-76f199b8145bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/gcc-patent-office-new-working-model-confirmedThe Implementing Regulations for the GCC Patent Office's new working model were issued in November 2021. We take you through the key takeaways for the new Regulations.Tue, 01 Feb 2022 10:20:00 Zbaf9e12d-ae20-42e9-88b9-a5f724e326fahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2022/licensing-for-global-companies-in-chinaA common strategy to deal with patent infringement claims is to negotiate to obtain a patent licence. However, there are particular issues other than the common issues one may experience in other jurisdictions, this article raises some red flag issues for global companies signing licensing agreements in China.Fri, 28 Jan 2022 20:53:00 Z0e920527-4e8b-45da-86bc-156183d2f3a6https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/case-of-xenobots-part-i-patenting-living-machinesSince the 1970s when genetically-engineered bacterium capable of breaking down crude oil was held to be patentable subject-matter, much attention has been paid to the patenting of living inventions.Wed, 26 Jan 2022 13:51:00 Z12475dc8-12aa-4d4b-81cc-6788d0ac41a5https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/invega-sustenna-patent-is-infringedCette nouvelle décision se distingue par le fait qu'il s'agit de la première décision de procès sommaire sur la contrefaçon dans une affaire pharmaceutique en vertu du Règlement sur les médicaments brevetés (avis de conformité).Mon, 24 Jan 2022 00:00:00 Zebfbd72c-756a-456f-8077-570405fe0d06https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/upcoming-changes-to-the-european-patent-systemLe système européen des brevets est engagé dans de profonds changements qui toucheront tous les déposants de brevets d'Europe. En effet, après des années d'embûches juridiques et politiques, les tant attendus brevet unitaire et juridiction unifiée du brevet devraient bientôt voir le jour, possiblement d'ici la fin de 2022.Tue, 18 Jan 2022 00:00:00 Zb8fa5ce4-1bf2-4bc2-8481-af39bbaca2a9https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/client-work/2022/google-wins-patent-infringement-for-google-adsThe Federal Court of Canada has dismissed a long-running patent infringement case against Google Canada Corporation, Google LLC and Alphabet Inc.Thu, 13 Jan 2022 20:56:00 Z812b72a4-7d5b-4ca3-b78e-abd44cb8e601https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/enforcement-related-consideration-patent-valuationOrganisations acquire patent rights in a number of different ways and for a number of different reasons.Thu, 13 Jan 2022 00:00:00 Z1da81553-aece-46df-ab11-f2607fe0d354https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/client-work/2022/talan-to-acquire-createchLe 13 janvier 2022, Talan a annoncé qu'elle avait conclu une entente en vue de l'acquisition de Createch, qui sera vraisemblablement finalisée d'ici la fin du premier trimestre.Thu, 13 Jan 2022 00:00:00 Zc3edcb1a-3b7a-4cb6-988b-244474b04853https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2022/epo-rejects-patent-application-in-dabus-caseIn the latest on the DABUS case, the European Patent Office has confirmed the decision of the Receiving Section that a patent application cannot succeed where the designated inventor is not a person, but an AI machine.Fri, 07 Jan 2022 09:34:00 Z91c931b5-5fb4-4a95-bf39-7c875eadb158https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2021/upcoming-changes-to-the-canadian-patent-rulesCela dit, le nouveau régime d’ajustement de la durée des brevets que le pays s’apprête à instaurer, aux termes de l’Accord Canada–États-Unis–Mexique, viendra modifier les Règles sur les brevets en vue de simplifier le processus d’examen et ainsi d’éviter les retards inutiles.Thu, 16 Dec 2021 15:09:00 Z90547118-5dcb-4612-90a1-eeb3f9d9acdahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/cleantech-protection-of-intellectual-propertyRoch Ripley, a Gowling WLG partner who leads the firm's Intellectual Property Group in Vancouver, recently connected with Jeanette Jackson, CEO of the cleantech ecosystem accelerator Foresight, for an engaging and illuminating podcast on this very subject.Wed, 15 Dec 2021 21:01:00 Z60dec7ed-93b7-4931-a2d8-2fd965ecc103https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/reports/2021/patent-litigation-trends-the-future-of-biologicsAs the biologics market continues to expand, patent litigation is also increasing. Our report examines what we're likely to see in the next few years in this industry and how litigators can prepare for the increase of innovation in next generation therapies.Mon, 06 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Z8fa63d9b-6a12-4380-b222-540b53eb1945https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2021/exhaustion-of-intellectual-property-rightsIn Singapore, the question of whether an intellectual property right (such as a registered trademark or a patent) can be enforced by way of an infringement action against the sale of genuine goods placed on the market in another country and then parallel imported into Singapore, is governed by an area of law called 'exhaustion'.Thu, 18 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Z645e05f8-3594-466b-a9f6-295cac02177ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2021/exhaustion-in-the-uk-ip-law-under-reviewHow might UK law on exhaustion of IP rights change soon? And what does this mean for parallel imports into post #Brexit Britain? Our IP team detail the key points to note.Fri, 12 Nov 2021 13:42:00 Zc1057bef-4a85-478d-b936-537cfd214145https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/role-of-ip-strategy-in-drug-developmentWith vaccine brand names still very much top-of-mind for Canadians, Gowling WLG's own Brian Kingwell and Dr. Sonia Ziesche took part in a recent online panel discussion surrounding drug development and intellectual property.Mon, 08 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Zb36fb33a-88df-49f4-b274-6ad9ebbb1364https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/exclusions-in-russian-patent-lawThe question of what constitutes an invention does not have a universally accepted definition, but according to the Russian Patent Office, there are a number of objects that are excluded from patentability. To succeed in their application, candidates are advised to avoid terms that unambiguously exclude inventions from consideration as patents.Fri, 05 Nov 2021 16:45:00 Zf27e0dc0-e690-49ac-8866-89225b72f85chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/strategies-to-protect-your-intellectual-propertyNelson Godfrey, partner and head of the IP litigation department of Gowling WLG's Vancouver office, took part in a recent online panel discussion on how companies can survive and thrive when it comes to safeguarding IP.Tue, 02 Nov 2021 18:48:00 Zd760094a-13e8-4679-9bc2-1838e776decchttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/eurasian-patent-organisation-registerThe Eurasian Patent Organisation (EAPO) launched its Pharmaceutical Register in March 2021, and it can be accessed on the EAPO's website in Russian and partially in English. However, those wishing to register need to be aware of the particular requirements before filing a request.Tue, 02 Nov 2021 16:23:00 Zf245fa18-f682-434f-9136-1b2c4d5a8fa0https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/how-to-protect-ideas-in-the-life-sciences-sectorThe life sciences sector is booming! Most sectors of the economy are now becoming knowledge-based industries, and in those industries – the competition is for ideas. But how do firms protect ideas and innovations, and shield them from being stolen?Thu, 28 Oct 2021 14:13:00 Z461bb5d1-e952-42f0-9008-d1ecbfdd7191https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2021/optis-v-apple-form-of-order-publishedThe Court reiterated that it had made it clear that Apple was expected to 'give a simple and unconstrained undertaking to accept whatever licence was ruled to be FRAND' following a trial planned in June/July 2022.Mon, 25 Oct 2021 00:00:00 Z1d8520de-5ef4-4c92-be41-0811bfb0813bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2021/optis-v-apple-decision-to-be-appealedOnly a week after the judgment the UK Court sat again to hear Apple's request for permission to appealFri, 08 Oct 2021 00:00:00 Ze65f023a-1693-40c1-93cd-5099ad6f53a0https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2021/sep-licensing-wars-put-up-or-shut-upUK Court says implementers must either commit to taking a court-determined FRAND licence once a patent trial has been won or face an injunction in Optis v. Apple.Fri, 01 Oct 2021 08:37:00 Z5486fab3-c177-4146-9f13-251600cc3fa7https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/evidence-in-patent-casesIn this instalment of our 'Lifecycle of a Smart Idea' series, members of Gowling WLG's global IP team examine the main issues that can arise in a patent dispute.Wed, 29 Sep 2021 00:00:00 Z5aaba54e-c831-47a7-a1da-b5c9a6e19d76https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2021/updated-ai-invention-denied-patent-in-dabus-caseThe Court of Appeal held that a patent cannot be granted if the inventor is not a person and the law would need to be changed in order for purely machine-created inventions to be patentable.Thu, 23 Sep 2021 00:00:00 Zd36ebec2-a9a4-45e5-b149-1a712ff141eehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2021/exhaustion-of-ip-rights-in-the-uk-past-futureThe UK Government is considering the shape of the UK's future regime for the 'exhaustion' of intellectual property rights. The regime settled upon will govern future rules on parallel imports of genuine goods into the UK.Mon, 20 Sep 2021 00:00:00 Zc781f37b-0095-4550-9ede-47023d9cded0https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/patent-faqs-for-canadian-smesWhat are the frequently asked questions (FAQ) among Canadian Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) looking to protect their inventions? Download the PDF to find out.Tue, 14 Sep 2021 15:33:00 Za9b6b238-b224-4305-af72-70b2774b887ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2021/china-joint-patent-infringement-hearingsIn July 2021, in Guangdong Province (Foshan City), a joint hearing took place to determine patent validity and patent infringement. This was the first time such a joint hearing had been held in Guangdong Province: Does it signal a fundamental change in China's bifurcated patent system? And is it bad news for plaintiffs, good news for defendants? Or too early to tell?Thu, 09 Sep 2021 10:55:00 Zf90d08dc-8be7-4ef6-a468-393adcbd1b06https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/videos/2021/influencers-in-toronto-spotlight-on-natalie-rkNatalie Rizkalla-Kamel shares her story about how she became an IP lawyer and the importance of building a relationship with her clients to become a "trusted adviser."Wed, 01 Sep 2021 18:06:00 Z7b258971-bb6f-4b7e-b28e-2b04ab8a9732https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/federal-court-appeal-bauer-patent-lawsuitOn August 12, 2021, the Federal Court of Appeal dismissed Bauer's appeal, which sought to overturn the May 2020 dismissal of Bauer's patent infringement lawsuit against CCM on the basis that the asserted patent was invalid.Thu, 19 Aug 2021 18:06:00 Z0b6428b0-2381-4733-ba9e-8acb1c8b38ffhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/the-new-gcc-patent-filing-systemIn January 2021 the GCC Patent Office (GCCPO) announced the suspension of the GCC patent filing system.Mon, 16 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Z9461b2ce-9506-417d-be00-b2552bd2b745https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/the-great-divide-patent-law-and-antitrustIn his article 'The Great Divide? The interaction of patent law and antitrust in the pharmaceutical markets', first published in the BIO-Science Law Review, IP partner Gordon Harris looks at the position and concludes that the patent system is capable of policing itself.Thu, 12 Aug 2021 10:04:00 Ze19a9cf1-a06c-43f6-9467-d4f79bef1ee9https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/client-work/2021/fca-dismisses-bauer-patent-infringement-lawsuitOn August 12, 2021, the Federal Court of Appeal dismissed Bauer's appeal, which sought to overturn the May 2020 dismissal of Bauer's patent infringement lawsuit against CCM on the basis that the asserted patent was invalid.Thu, 12 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Z94c8c817-571b-4163-9ed1-9f3a01ab8ba3https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/protecting-trade-secrets-in-chinaThe Supreme People's Court of China handed down the second-instance judgment for the dispute between the plaintiffs Jiaxing Zhonghua Chemical Co., Ltd. et al. and the defendants Wanglong Group Co., Ltd. et al. over the infringement of technical secrets involving the chemical Vanillin. We provide an overview of the case.Wed, 11 Aug 2021 09:14:00 Z5dcc5b46-55ad-4b1c-9d48-5622490da842https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/fca-upholds-compound-interest-cefaclor-appealIn the latest Cefaclor decision, the Federal Court of Appeal of Canada has upheld the award of compound interest as damages for the time value of money lost, where there is trial evidence to support the award.Tue, 27 Jul 2021 00:00:00 Za55285ec-eeb8-4c0b-bafe-6d022b64eef7https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/helpful-tips-about-expert-witnesses-patent-casesIn patent cases, expert witnesses are almost always called upon to render expert opinions concerning claim construction and the issues of infringement and invalidity.Mon, 26 Jul 2021 15:21:00 Zf338c801-e535-40cc-a6f5-291b3ada9f50https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/proposed-amendments-canadian-patent-rulesLes modifications proposées aux Règles sur les brevets, que vous pouvez consulter ici, introduiraient, si elles sont mises en œuvre, des taxes sur les revendications excédentaires au-delà de 20 revendications et limiteraient le nombre d’actions officielles à trois.Fri, 09 Jul 2021 00:00:00 Zb86cec0d-85f3-4753-a419-29a00bbf2338https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/amendments-russian-regulations-generic-drugsTwo new amendments to existing regulations have come into force, which could have a significant impact on the Russian pharmaceutical sector. The initiative behind these was the belief that original drug manufacturers pursue a patent renewal strategy by filing applications and obtaining patents for various forms and derivatives of known compounds, which in turn prevent the eventual production of corresponding generic drugs.Mon, 05 Jul 2021 00:00:00 Z5ea00a23-3d38-43de-b2b1-97df0bf09a2dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/russia-fast-tracks-patent-applications-covid-19As part of its efforts to address the COVID-19 pandemic, since April 2020 the Russia Patent and Trademark Office (Rospatent) has introduced faster prosecution for patent applications for viruses and concomitant diseases, such as pneumonia.Mon, 28 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Z14b42aea-5fc7-4500-b683-4dfc4b5c51c0https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/schrodinger-s-seed-drillIf the alleged disclosure takes place in the open, but there is no allegation that it was actually observed, just what actually constitutes a level of disclosure sufficient to invalidate a patent?Thu, 10 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Z282835b5-06b2-4fcb-9dcc-9956edb1448dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/videos/2021/influencers-in-toronto-spotlight-on-omar-nassifOmar discusses the collaborative approach he takes with his clients in order to understand how to protect and maximize their inventions.Mon, 07 Jun 2021 21:44:00 Z505d513b-3798-4db4-9b61-e1237ff813d0https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/patent-protection-microorganism-russiaThe term 'microorganism' includes yeast, bacteria, higher fungi, bacteriophages, unicellular algae, viruses and protozoa, among others. The cell lines of plants and animals are also defined as microorganisms.Wed, 02 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Z7488cd7b-fcc3-4bef-8fa1-585d2a844a98https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/russia-first-to-file-state-secret-check-explainedIt is essential to understand the unique traits of the IP laws of the country in which an invention was created before seeking the legal protection of an invention in another country.Thu, 27 May 2021 22:04:00 Ze90adc0e-48ec-4964-a04d-29a22f0cab6ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/canadian-industrial-design-marking-three-thingsMalgré les conseils de l’Office de la propriété intellectuelle du Canada (OPIC), force est de constater que très peu de propriétaires de dessins industriels canadiens enregistrés procèdent au marquage de leurs produits en y apposant un symbole pour démontrer qu’ils sont bel et bien enregistrés. Si vous êtes étonnés d’apprendre l’existence de tels symboles, sachez que vous êtes loin d’être les seuls à ne pas vous prévaloir des avantages qu’ils procurent.Wed, 19 May 2021 00:00:00 Z52649393-c6b1-4069-9b58-5055ec4053c5https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/videos/2021/introduction-of-utility-models-in-chinaBeijing-based Patent Agent, Jason Yang introduces a special type of patent protection in China known as a Utility Model.Fri, 07 May 2021 18:20:00 Z325f0a9b-7d72-4bf1-bcc0-d6a95f3abca2https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/belarus-joins-hague-system-protecting-rights-cisOn April 19, 2021 Belarus joined the Hague System for the International Registration of Industrial Designs, expanding the system's coverage further into the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). As of July 19, 2021, it will be possible to designate Belarus on an international design application and to benefit from the advantages of Hague System mechanisms for protecting industrial designs.Wed, 28 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Z1b168e2c-be22-468d-9787-3a6ca655b8dahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/ip-best-practices-for-canadian-scale-upsNo matter what the next phases of growth looks like for you company, you need to raise capital — fast. IP strategy gives you the edge you need to do just that, opening the door to a universe of government funding programs tailored specifically for SMEs.Mon, 26 Apr 2021 17:45:00 Z9072842b-0292-4d95-a8c7-a32b2c8c7664https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/understanding-ip-value-history-of-insulinOn the occasion of a World IP Day that is taking place in the midst of a global pandemic, and during the life saving rollout of entirely new vaccine technologies, it is worth commemorating the role that innovation has long played in improving human health.Mon, 26 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Zd968d47c-da1c-4f07-8ecb-f0ed7754f1ebhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/investment-in-innovation-look-at-bc-budget-2021On April 20, 2020, the Government of British Columbia tabled the 2021-2022 provincial budget ("Budget 2021"). Budget 2021 focuses on recovery from the economic harm inflicted on BC by the COVID-19 pandemic, and includes $3.25 billion in COVID-19 recovery spending.Thu, 22 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Z8ff5bd12-d170-4979-af71-86887576a512https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/the-essential-a-z-of-ipWe're here to help SMEs cut through the legal jargon, with a summary of some of the key terms you need to know to ensure the success of your brand when it comes to intellectual property law.Thu, 22 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Z781d28b9-7135-4b5c-a7ae-1ab6b5b6f220https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/patenting-during-a-pandemicPeu d'entre nous s'étaient imaginé qu'un vaccin contre un nouveau virus pouvait être mis au point en un an. Pourtant, 12 mois après l'apparition des premiers cas confirmés de COVID-19, deux vaccins ont déjà commencé à être administrés dans nos collectivités.Tue, 20 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Za482af6f-4017-4c4d-be32-00b3ef1db0d1https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/government-panel-of-experts-russia-ip-casesAt the end of March 2021, the Ministry of Justice of the Russian Federation put forward a proposal to introduce an approved panel of experts to be responsible for forensic examinations in intellectual property matters.  According to the draft Order of the Ministry of Justice of Russia N 237 a new panel of experts for the "Investigation of intellectual property" matters would be officially recognized.Tue, 20 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Z052ff47d-2841-4428-a41a-0b4af52c1e1ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/videos/2021/top-tips-canadian-smes-patentsIn this video, Anthony Dearden discusses the top things Canadian small and medium enterprises need to know about patents, as part of the Patent 101 video series.Mon, 19 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Z6915773e-9fcd-4461-810a-d66fddb800bchttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/videos/2021/patent-protection-process-for-canadian-smesIn this video, Jeff Coles discusses the patent protection process for Canadian SMEs, as part of the Patent 101 video series.Mon, 19 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Z371c904f-ae45-4bc6-ac4a-cc973b4516bbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/videos/2021/patent-faqs-for-canadian-smesIn this video, Jennifer Jannuska discusses frequently asked questions about patents for Canadian small and medium enterprises, as part of the Patent 101 video series.Mon, 19 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Z269dce79-48ba-4280-aa27-3bd5aacb0f6chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/setting-up-global-anti-counterfeiting-programWhen setting up a global anti-counterfeiting program for the first time, there are several aspects to consider.Wed, 31 Mar 2021 12:42:00 Z5d4dd7ae-f684-4fb4-8174-0ab4c2150549https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/patent-for-detecting-marijuana-grow-ops-invalidIn Dtechs EPM Ltd. v British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority and Awesense Wireless Inc., 2021 FC 190, Justice Fothergill addressed allegations of patent infringement concerning Canadian Patent No. 2,549,087 (the “087 Patent”), which relates generally to monitoring usage of electrical utilities to detect potential instances of atypical consumption or theft, such as theft of electricity related to the indoor cultivation of marijuana. The Defendants BC Hydro and Awesense successfully defended the claims of patent infringement.Fri, 26 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Z26a0c550-7bce-43dc-8966-a5b716921d9ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/videos/2021/renewals-under-new-canadian-trademarks-actIn this video, Susannah Rolston offers quick and helpful tips you should consider before renewing your trademark under the revised Canadian Trademarks Act.Fri, 19 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Zb51f9519-2121-4c43-897d-14eb7eedb339https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/evolving-approach-to-costs-in-the-federal-courtDans le cadre d'un litige, l'octroi de dépens suit le principe général selon lequel le « perdant doit payer ». Ceci signifie que la partie gagnante peut récupérer une partie des frais encourus pour avoir intenté ou défendu une action. Bien que le concept soit simple, sa mise en œuvre est complexe et en évolution constante.Wed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Zf340ea27-2b96-460d-8860-3c009ce3ad3chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/pending-patent-decisions-federal-courts-2021The end of 2020 and start of 2021 have been busy with Federal Court judges writing, and the patent bar reading, several interesting patent decisions. That trend may continue in 2021. There are several pending decisions from patent trials and patent appeals heard in 2020, or early 2021. This article provides a snapshot of those trials and appeals, and what issues we can expect to be addressed by the decisions.Wed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Z89b28e6a-7fdd-4961-a2fb-6f1d1da790f0https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/takeda-wins-canadian-vyvanse-patent-appealThe Federal Court of Appeal has dismissed two appeals brought by Apotex in respect of the validity of certain claims of Takeda’s (as Shire) Canadian Patent No. 2,527,646 which cover, inter alia, lisdexamfetamine (LDX), the active ingredient in Takeda’s ADHD medication VYVANSE®.Fri, 12 Mar 2021 22:52:00 Z4fe1e21d-3fe8-4596-bdfd-ba67a7d1004ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/focus-genetic-construct-drug-patentRussia has a lively pharmaceutical market, in which it is possible to obtain comprehensive patent protection for products and methods that are aimed at treating and diagnosing specific diseases. However, development in the sector relies on manufacturers being confident that their patents will provide adequate and reliable protection, which requires comprehensive patent protection for both the drug and for items in related fields. When drafting an application, it is therefore crucial to focus on aspects, such as genetic constructs.Thu, 11 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Z1ebe9931-1b70-4dba-a015-24c939a99473https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/client-work/2021/appeals-dismissed-for-vyvanse-patentOn March 11, 2021, the Federal Court of Appeal dismissed two appeals brought by Apotex in respect of the validity of certain claims of Takeda's (as Shire) Canadian Patent No. 2,527,646 (the "646 Patent") which covers, inter alia, lisdexamfetamine (LDX), the active ingredient in Takeda's ADHD medication VYVANSE®.Thu, 11 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Z7d27e535-88fb-4eb5-9011-60068fa30a23https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/federal-court-of-appeal-analysis-advantagesThe Federal Court of Appeal recently dismissed an appeal from Janssen v Apotex, 2019 FC 1355 (Phelan J.) in Apotex v Janssen, 2021 FCA 45.Wed, 10 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Z2c45b8c4-a20a-4cfd-ad8b-d8e70146a6b2https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/statute-of-monopolies-action-dismissedThe Ontario Superior Court of Justice has dismissed a claim brought by Apotex for treble damages and an accounting of the innovative defendants’ profits brought under the Statute of Monopolies, the Trademarks Act, and at common law.Wed, 10 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Zddea8414-5e62-4705-8b55-4af3bb1040cehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/eurasian-patent-office-launches-pharma-registerOn March 1, 2021, the Eurasian Patent Office launched the EAPO Pharmaceutical Register. The Register lists Eurasian patents that relate to the active pharmaceutical ingredients of the drugs according to their International Non-proprietary Names (INN).Mon, 08 Mar 2021 14:02:00 Z0fa2eb6c-1dd6-4d3a-beae-54ab02ed6064https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/client-work/2021/apotex-claim-dismissedOn March 8, 2021, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice dismissed a claim brought by Apotex for treble damages and an accounting of the innovative defendants' profits brought under the Statute of Monopolies, the Trademarks Act, and at common law. This is the first final decision issued in a series of similar cases currently before the Ontario and Quebec Superior Courts.Mon, 08 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Z589a6f16-d622-48f7-aae0-b7fa164dffbchttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2021/chambers-patent-litigation-2021-guide-franceCéline Bey and Clémence Lapôtre have written the French Chapter of the 2021 Chambers Patent Litigation guide.Thu, 25 Feb 2021 12:53:00 Z54a13da1-b37f-41f2-93de-e022fcbc2150https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/client-work/2021/estee-lauder-increases-ownership-in-deciemOn February 23, 2021, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) ("ELC") announced that it had entered into an agreement to increase its investment in DECIEM Beauty Group Inc. ("DECIEM").Tue, 23 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Z73fcb2bf-baf8-484d-a0cb-8438ba076aa9https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/videos/2021/prosecuting-industrial-designs-in-chinaIn this video, Jason Yang, a patent agent in Gowling WLG's Beijing office, describes how to file industrial designs effectively in China and highlights the latest developments in Chinese patent law.Tue, 09 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Z19590a0c-63ce-406f-86b5-590b4e7c1c19https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/a-review-of-uk-patent-cases-in-2020Gordon Harris gives his annual review and summary of 2020's important patent cases.Thu, 04 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Z35979bbb-0bdf-4e50-89cb-9400ddac1cdehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/second-medical-use-patents-verifying-validityWhat does it take for a second medical use to be sufficiently disclosed? A list of indications in the application? Clinical data? Or something in-between?Mon, 01 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Z39245029-4526-422f-9ec1-24fe4fc5c5achttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/brexit-and-trade-secrets-6-key-things-to-knowOn 31 December 2020, the Brexit transition period comes to an end, and significant changes to the law in the UK will take effect.Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:38:00 Zaa9c2555-b79c-45d9-a184-2f215e7e5d39https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/brexit-and-copyright-6-key-things-to-knowOn 31 December 2020, the Brexit transition period comes to an end, and significant changes to the law in the UK will take effect. For copyright and neighbouring areas of the law, there are some important soundbites for businesses to be aware of – some of which you may already have heard about, while others may be news outside the UK (even for experienced copyright lawyers).Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:38:00 Z9d8bb56f-169a-4813-af7a-58b363990eeahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/brexit-and-patents-key-things-to-knowOn 31 December 2020, the Brexit transition period comes to an end and significant changes to the law in the UK will take effect.Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:35:00 Z211dd0ba-ec11-4fae-bb5c-186babc7f9efhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2021/2020-annual-review-of-uk-patent-judgments'Swings and Roundabouts', Gordon Harris' comprehensive annual review of patent case law, is your complete guide to the most important, industry-influencing UK patent judgments in 2020.Wed, 27 Jan 2021 12:46:00 Z385bbc47-3b8d-4ab1-874d-a1c31b37c7b2https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/patent-infringement-against-oil-sands-dismissedOn January 26, 2021, Justice Manson of the Federal Court of Canada dismissed a patent infringement action brought by an individual, non-practising entity, Maoz Betser-Zilevitch against PetroChina Canada Ltd.Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Z135a3285-12d3-42ec-b317-d64fe4b49251https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/russia-blocking-websites-and-social-networksOn  January 10, 2021, the Federal law N 482-FZ came in force granting Roskomnadzor, the federal oversight service for communications, IT, and mass media, the right to block Internet resources premised upon improper censorship and/or on grounds of discrimination against Russian users or mass media.Tue, 26 Jan 2021 18:46:00 Z7ae26f73-6a01-47a0-92e6-d86ce7e4f1e7https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/understanding-infringement-and-enforcementAs the scientific community continues to tackle some of the world's most challenging diseases, research and innovation has led to the discovery of new uses for previously known medicines. Patents that cover these new uses are often called "second medical use" patents.Fri, 22 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Z2bb399dc-b3d6-4935-b89b-012ec74a5617https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/top-5-trademark-considerations-for-cleantechThe growth in global demand for clean technology is creating a more competitive market where the competition for brand recognition has never been fiercer.Thu, 21 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Z60750e67-fba3-44d9-b4da-96fc3178830ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/podcasts/2021/the-patent-bar-and-beyondIn the latest podcast in our 'In Conversation with Gowling WLG' series, global intellectual property partner Gordon Harris speaks to the Right Honourable Professor Sir Robin Jacob – a veritable legend of the IP world.Wed, 20 Jan 2021 13:20:00 Z444eeb85-e8b6-4a32-b711-53d8b08393d8https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/the-new-rules-of-canadian-patent-litigationOn Jan. 20, 2021, the Federal Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal in CanMar Foods Ltd. v. TA Foods Ltd 2021 FCA 7. This precedent setting appeal stems from the underlying decision of Justice Manson which itself was recognized as the Canadian Patent Impact Case of the Year by Managing Intellectual Property (MIP) Americas Awards 2020.Wed, 20 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Z8f1113ae-5f18-41af-9f3d-b0ce8b33d661https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2021/canadian-patent-law-2020-year-in-review2020 a été une année bien remplie pour le droit canadien des brevets. Cet article fait la synthèse des décisions importantes rendues par les tribunaux dans le droit et la pratique des brevets au Canada.Thu, 14 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Z128b9bf5-519b-4b5e-9d63-cebefe0f9b6ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/videos/2021/influencers-in-toronto-spotlight-on-selena-kimSelena shares her inspiring story about how perseverance has played a key role in her success as a lawyer.Mon, 11 Jan 2021 20:52:00 Z2ab7faed-6202-4104-b48e-a3ccd5c6f4b6https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/podcasts/2020/in-conversation-with-lord-neubergerWhat is it really like to be the UK Supreme Court's leading decision maker, acting on some of the most important intellectual property decisions of recent times? In the latest podcast in our 'In Conversation with Gowling WLG' series, global IP partner Ron Dimock speaks to the Right Honourable Lord Neuberger of Abbotsbury, former President of the United Kingdom Supreme Court.Tue, 15 Dec 2020 14:14:00 Z1b1f1f53-9bfe-4dea-9287-d204c9f00225https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/what-rospatent-has-in-store-for-2021The Association of European Businesses held a briefing in Russia, in which the head of the Russia Patent and Trademark Office (Rospatent) – Grigory Ivliev – outlined what Rospatent is doing in the IP field to improve the investment climate in Russia.Fri, 11 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Z9356b66a-d1c0-4ba5-9ce5-a8d7a3d5dd58https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/patenting-antibody-based-biologics-in-canadaA summary of a number of important considerations when drafting claims for patent applications intended to be filed in Canada.Mon, 30 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Z61dd744a-56cd-4e1e-a0d5-0169412f4ab6https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/patent-term-extension-in-canadaAn overview of certificates of supplemental protection regarding patent term extension in Canada.Fri, 27 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Z160c429d-b27c-4108-bad6-4ebac9b3b118https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2020/patents-to-protect-antibody-based-drugs-russiaAntibody-based drugs are among the widest selling in the world. They are being used to treat a expanding range of conditions and their significance and value in treating cancer continues to grow. Accordingly, this makes them an indispensable component of the pharmaceutical industry and it also means that their protection through invention patents is absolutely essential.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Z98da9499-3cc9-4c3f-97bf-e645b79d55f9https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2020/cipo-clarifies-eligibility-analysisDans cette affaire, qui ne fera pas l'objet d’un appel, la Cour avait conclu que l'approche problème-solution pour l'interprétation des revendications appliquée par l'Office de la propriété intellectuelle du Canada (« OPIC ») posait problème . L'OPIC a depuis publié un énoncé de pratique découlant de cette décision, lequel fournit des orientations administratives sur la façon d'interpréter des revendications et l'admissibilité d'un objet à la protection par brevet.Wed, 11 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Z8900e16d-025a-4b20-baf1-08e3b6ce59e7https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2020/patenting-cleantech-in-europe-global-market-canadaIl est parfois plus facile de justifier le besoin de protéger une technologie propre avec un brevet que tout autre type de technologie. En effet, les bureaux de brevets font parfois preuve d'une plus forte résistance envers la propriété intellectuelle (PI) renfermée dans un logiciel purement intangible en raison de sa nature trop abstraite. Résultat? Des poursuites de demande longues et coûteuses. Alors que les politiques nationales favorisent désormais les investissements de taille dans les technologies propres sur le plan environnemental, les innovations de ce type à forte intensité de capital requièrent souvent une protection de PI solide, particulièrement sous forme de brevets, pour permettre aux entreprises de maintenir leur capacité à les exploiter à long terme et ainsi générer davantage de revenus.Wed, 11 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Zcdbc874d-c9ba-4c8c-98d7-44147e2587cbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/working-with-known-materials-in-the-life-scienceLife science companies who are in the early stages of research often ask 'how will I know if I have something patentable'.Wed, 11 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Z1d213144-dad9-4b3b-a4fd-8d8baa40897ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/what-does-brexit-mean-for-intellectual-propertyOn 31 December 2020, the intellectual property regime in the UK (and Europe) will undergo transition as a consequence of the UK's exit from the EU (Brexit).Mon, 09 Nov 2020 14:36:00 Z64abc244-87d3-43ea-afdd-80ce9a7c4257https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/simplify-patent-security-clearance-for-inventionsWhen an invention is made in Russia, the filing of counterpart patent applications in other countries is temporarily restricted for national security reasons.Wed, 28 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Zdd1a1340-ca91-4480-8d8a-eeb9a073cfe2https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/new-possibilities-to-protect-designs-in-eurasiaIn September 2019 a conference on adopting the Protocol on the Protection of Industrial Designs in Eurasia was held in Nur-Sultan (formerly Astana), the capital of Kazakhstan. The member states of the Eurasian Patent Convention (EAPC) – Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan – discussed the possibility of introducing a unitary Eurasian industrial design regime. As a result of the meeting, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Russia signed the protocol.Thu, 22 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Z53566e38-721b-4ad8-a88f-1a50a9c1ec50https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/videos/2020/five-tips-for-choosing-an-ip-professionalIn this video, Neil Henderson advises that choosing a patent agent or attorney is an important decision, that cost is not the only factor, and to not underestimate the importance of 'personality' in the decision.Thu, 22 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Zeb24cecd-70f8-4b02-a81c-96877d1c17a6https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2020/toilette-station-spatialeDans cet article, nous nous intéressons à la brevetabilité du nouveau système de toilettes spatial. Évidemment, pour qu'une technologie soit brevetable au Canada, il faut qu'elle soit nouvelle, inventive et utile. Il ne fait aucun doute que le nouveau système sera particulièrement utile à la SSI!Wed, 21 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Zec5ab3aa-ffab-42c3-894c-9188b97451d7https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/patent-infringement-in-multiple-jurisdictionsThree ways to gain control is you are worried about being sued for patent infringement in multiple jurisdictions.Thu, 15 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Zf71c9087-2c4f-4e09-8417-50639eebb2d6https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/ip-audits-what-s-in-your-ip-portfolioFundamental to the development of a robust IP strategy is a thorough understanding of the business' IP portfolio, which may include patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, domain names, and industrial designs. An IP audit provides just such an insight.Wed, 14 Oct 2020 20:42:00 Zbdd45489-8e19-4522-941c-6b69de9df832https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/644-million-award-for-patent-infringement-upheldIn 2020 FCA 141, the Federal Court of Appeal has upheld the Federal Court's earlier judgment awarding Dow Chemical $644 million, the largest monetary award by a Canadian Court in history for patent infringement.Wed, 07 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Zcee750f3-452e-46a2-bf0e-dcb5f382ff19https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/rospatent-s-ban-on-misleading-trademark-transfersTrademarks are a valuable corporate asset and, as with any asset, one way to make money from it is to sell it. It therefore follows that the transfer of trademark rights is fairly common.Wed, 30 Sep 2020 21:22:00 Z86d27cce-a1bc-4ed2-b565-1e79c0425b50https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/electronic-signature-considerations-for-patent-praIn the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are working from home, making it more difficult than usual to get handwritten signatures. In this article, we provide answers to some frequently asked questions regarding the use of electronic signatures on assignment documents for patents and patent applications.Mon, 21 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Z98d319dc-9200-4297-bcc5-368d99ae45f9https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/overview-doctrine-equivalence-chinaEquivalence infringement, or the doctrine of equivalence, was officially introduced into Chinese patent law legislation in 2009, through the implementation of the Chinese Supreme Court's judicial interpretation, which stated the following: Equivalent features shall mean features which use identical means to achieve identical functions and realise identical effects, and which can be contemplated by people skilled in the art without creative effort.Thu, 17 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Z62eac6d6-7971-4c63-a71b-a21602ddd244https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/videos/2020/design-patent-practice-in-russiaIn this video you will learn more on design patents in Russia. There are three possible filing systems: Direct national filings for Russia; International filings via Hague System Eurasian Design Patents (soon to be launched); and regional protection in Russia and many countries of the former Soviet Union.Wed, 16 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Z1ef753e7-5a17-42d2-9ef9-1f019bd6a327https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/getting-the-most-out-of-pharmaceutical-extensionsThe Russia Patent and Trademark Office (Rospatent) has tightened up its approach to allowing patent-term extensions to pharmaceutical and agrochemical patents. However, a strategic and far-sighted approach can still result in excellent protection.Thu, 10 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Z175f36ae-3850-4af1-8764-aad3fdfbc1fchttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/federal-court-finds-problem-with-problem-solutionL'affaire Yves Choueifaty v. Attorney General of Canada est une importante décision pour les demandeurs de brevets préoccupés par l'admissibilité d'une invention à la protection par brevet ou, plus simplement, la notion de sujet brevetable. La Cour fédérale du Canada a tranché : l'approche problème-solution qu'applique l'Office canadien de la propriété intellectuelle (« OPIC ») depuis 2013 pour interpréter les demandes de brevets est incompatible avec le droit canadien.Wed, 09 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Z62686f09-06f8-4d4d-a5d7-a707d1a71a64https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/simple-steps-to-expedite-patent-prosecution-russiaIn order to expedite patent prosecution, both offices recognise the Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) programme, as well as requests for expedited prosecution.Wed, 12 Aug 2020 00:00:00 Z65d5e540-c054-4233-a2ea-d1b7ca40330ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-impacts-on-ip-activity-in-the-courtsIn the UK, COVID-19 is leading to unprecedented adaption by the courts and the UK IPO to audio and video platforms, to enable normal business to continue as far as possible. New rules, guidance and practice seek to maintain access to justice for litigants and the public nature of hearings, including in intellectual property disputes, as Lydia Birch and Kate Hawkins explain.Mon, 10 Aug 2020 10:21:00 Z6ace353f-5767-409f-bc0d-f6e9af7246bfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/strategies-patent-litigation-defendant-viewIn this seventh episode in our series, 'Lifeycle of a Smart Idea,' Gowling WLG's IP professionals from around the world are going to take a look at patent litigation strategy in the early stages.Fri, 07 Aug 2020 00:00:00 Z43249bf6-7722-418e-904a-f36f81eeb356https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/strategies-for-patent-litigation-claimants-viewIn the sixth and seventh episodes in our series, 'Lifecycle of a Smart Idea', Gowling WLG's IP professionals from around the world examine patent litigation strategy in the early stages.Mon, 27 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Z16222b24-5014-4641-b466-da1cbd105e85https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/doctrine-of-equivalents-in-russian-pharmaA patent's scope of protection is determined by the specific wording of its claims, which are understood in the context of the patent disclosure. Patent offices and courts therefore construe the words of these claims to determine the breadth or scope of protection.Thu, 16 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Z83936769-9c40-43e0-b4e4-3d4b3eb46ecfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/catching-trade-secret-thievesYour patent strategy is optimized and your business is running smoothly - until an employee goes rogue and steals one of your trade secrets. What should you do to mitigate the damage and salvage your secret?Wed, 15 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Zfae2bd96-7534-41b5-9f8b-932d04bc5b02https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/patent-strategies-tech-engineeringPatenting an invention is a complex undertaking across all sectors – but there are particular issues that organizations operating in the tech and engineering fields need to contemplate as part of their global patent strategy.Thu, 02 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Z1fa4472a-45a9-407e-b39f-daedcfe62236https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/upheaval-for-patent-law-of-sufficiency-from-the-ukThe UK Supreme Court (UKSC) has handed down its judgment in patent dispute Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc v Kymab Ltd ([2020] UKSC 27 (24 June 2020), making key rulings for the law of 'sufficiency'.Thu, 25 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z5b54c3db-93a6-406b-9063-549ed647a950https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/patent-strategy-optimizing-life-sciences-patentsThird on-demand webinar in our 'Lifecycle of a Smart Idea' series exploring the scope of patent protection across jurisdictions.Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Zaa0ea6a6-f291-4cc2-8e75-b060cf404a82https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/trade-secrets-international-protection2nd Webinar in our "Lifecycle of a Smart Idea" series with a closer look at protecting trade secrets.Mon, 08 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z2e28018d-b0eb-4e84-825d-4a17a04cdf6ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/infringement-action-under-pm-noc-regulationsIn a recently released decision (2020 FC 635), Justice O’Reilly held that patent infringement actions taken under section 6(1) of the Patent Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations do not become moot if the action is not heard or decided before the patent(s) at issue expires.Fri, 05 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z97c2aafc-0c8b-4427-9020-e7c3a4e434d6https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/protection-of-secrets-in-patent-infringementThe need to strengthen procedural protection of trade secrets in patent infringement proceedings has recently taken shape. Speech is silver, but silence is golden.Tue, 02 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z4b451020-5ef4-4f9c-84e8-2f9d9b2d5146https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/trademarks-in-russiaWhether you already do business in Russia or are just considering entering the market, managing and defending your trademarks rights can be a daunting prospect. To help you navigate this area with confidence, we outline some key aspects of Russia’s trademark regime.Wed, 20 May 2020 00:00:00 Zd0ae7e52-518c-4a8f-abb6-6236652da265https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/client-work/2020/fca-dismisses-bauer-hockey-s-patent-infringementOn May 15, 2020, the Federal Court dismissed a patent infringement action brought by Bauer against Sport Maska Inc. dba CCM Hockey and allowed CCM's counterclaim of patent invalidity.Fri, 15 May 2020 12:00:00 Zb0a6d5c0-e660-43e2-bd54-64facb86ade6https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/cipo-extension-of-designated-daysLe 5 août, l'Office de la propriété intellectuelle du Canada (OPIC) a annoncé sa prolongation finale des délais, de sorte que toutes les échéances tombant entre le 16 mars et le 21 août de cette année sont automatiquement prolongées jusqu'au 24 août 2020.Thu, 14 May 2020 00:00:00 Ze8c0c318-4b26-4ab2-9682-5f10c67a3e54https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/to-patent-or-keep-secretGiven the frenetic pace of today's innovation lifecycle, do patents always afford the best protection of proprietary inventions?Thu, 14 May 2020 00:00:00 Z97fc9e8b-8424-44b4-9cb1-9851fbd5c3c1https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/ip-protection-notes-in-china-during-covid-19COVID-19 has swept across the globe causing massive disruption to businesses everywhere. While the impact of COVID-19 on other parts of the world continues to increase, China's economic activity is now gradually returning to "business as usual". This note will give an overview on the measures taken by the Chinese authorities in relation to IP during the period of COVID-19 outbreak in China and will shed light on what businesses should be aware of in terms of IP protection during this unprecedented time.Wed, 13 May 2020 08:40:00 Z64e732b6-3545-4936-9047-0f4b56d3093fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/new-trademark-developments-in-french-lawAn outline of new trademark developments in french law regarding protecting and maximising trademark rights.Mon, 04 May 2020 00:00:00 Z92d61e9d-d654-4039-a8e0-bb4543b1de64https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/managing-your-patent-portfolio-during-a-crisisPour protéger un produit ou un service au moyen de brevets, la pratique exemplaire consiste à demander la protection de toute invention intégrée dans ce produit ou service avant de procéder à la divulgation publique, vente, offre de vente ou utilisation commerciale du produit ou service en question.Thu, 30 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Z85d67186-c26f-4da5-8053-9960d2468c5bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-manage-vr-ar-ip-portfolioFor VR/AR companies, spending money on intellectual property is often an investment for the future. In contrast, during the current COVID-19 public health crisis, our attention naturally turns to the present.Wed, 29 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Z908600f7-277b-4923-91f5-f5bf6d4be87ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-the-impact-on-ip-law-practice-in-russiaDavid Aylen and the IP team at Gowling WLG Russia wrote an article about the COVID-19 measures in Russia and their impact on IP enforcement and protection.Tue, 28 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Zc70c6ece-d885-4397-8995-2f8e2b47b7e6https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/videos/2020/protecting-your-ai-investment-using-patent-applicaWondering how you can leverage intellectual property laws to best protect and commercialise your AI-based inventions? Watch this short IP Explainer from Roch Ripley.Sun, 26 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Zb89ce5e2-a495-4b45-a8f3-1966705ce071https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2020/federal-court-supports-broad-interpretation-cspThe Federal Court has released the first Judicial Review decision addressing the Certificate of Supplementary Protection Regulations, in a case pertaining to a refusal by the Minister of Health to award a CSP to Glaxosmithkline Biologicals for a patent covering its SHINGRIX® product.Thu, 09 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Z186d1479-0ac5-4097-845c-f5a3ef271c15https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/developments-in-arrow-declarationsArrow relief continues to develop in the law of the UK, with the Court of Appeal recently refusing to strike out claims for a much broader declaration than has previously been granted.Thu, 09 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Zc3733d9b-dfab-4ed7-a6a1-6b76850c20cfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/expedited-court-of-appeal-confirms-lucentis-expiryFollowing a highly expedited, video-conferenced hearing, the Court of Appeal has confirmed that Master Data Center and Genentech could not correct the error in payment of the prescribed fee for the SPC for Lucentis, which has therefore expired early.Wed, 08 Apr 2020 08:56:00 Z306385dc-9736-4f48-b3ad-9f1ca56d6fb3https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2020/trade-secrets-directive-has-not-changedSince the implementation of the Trade Secrets Directive in 2018, there has been a question in the UK about the extent to which the protection for confidential information provided by the common law has been impacted.Fri, 03 Apr 2020 13:42:00 Z1bef19fb-3645-48c6-8c7c-583acee75385https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/videos/2020/a-message-from-our-global-ip-groupOur professionals around the world are continuing to work to support you. We are also redefining business casual.Mon, 30 Mar 2020 17:57:00 Z4ac8a4a9-2572-4c1c-9b2e-f9d424af8913https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2020/cipo-further-extends-deadlines-due-to-covid-19Le 27 mars, l’Office de la Propriété Intellectuelle du Canada (OPIC) a annoncé avoir encore prolongé ses délais : toutes les échéances tombant entre le 16 mars et le 30 avril ont automatiquement été prolongées jusqu’au 1er mai 2020.Sat, 28 Mar 2020 22:32:00 Z6eba90ce-f819-407d-a0f2-48c28ff90de1https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/pay-the-correct-spc-fee-or-risk-expiryInga Pietsch and Huw Evans explain the need for fully informed and careful compliance with administrative requirements for SPCs, which are national in nature.Fri, 27 Mar 2020 10:22:00 Zf0901477-6eda-4f1e-af42-5580b9ba8716https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-amendments-to-the-patent-actAprès de longues délibérations, le gouvernement fédéral a adopté une loi d'aide en réponse à la pandémie de la COVID-19 (Loi concernant certaines mesures en réponse à la COVID-19). Cette loi a obtenu la sanction royale à 13 h 30 environ, le 25 mars dernier.Thu, 26 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Z7fbf999a-dc99-4493-bd97-c054294044dfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/patent-and-infringement-together-patent-ownersEn décembre 2019, le Tribunal de la propriété intellectuelle de la Cour populaire suprême (le « Tribunal de la propriété intellectuelle de la CPS ») a entendu un litige opposant Xiamen Shizheng Electronic Technology Co., Ltd (« Shizheng Technology ») et Tianjin Lejin Electronic Appliance Co., Ltd (« Lejin Appliance ») à propos d'un modèle d'utilité.Tue, 24 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Z67781ece-1488-4fca-b480-d9a85b10cf02https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/german-constitutional-court-delays-upcIn Germany, the Federal Constitutional Court (Bundesverfassungsgericht) has held that the statute by which the German Parliament (Bundestag) sought to ratify the UPC Agreement (the 'Act of Approval') is void.Fri, 20 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Z9f014d7d-e6e4-4858-96ad-76253545b312https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/update-from-the-canadian-ip-officeFace à la distanciation sociale et à la propagation de la COVID-19, l'Office de la propriété intellectuelle du Canada (OPIC) a fait part de récentes mesures préventivesTue, 17 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Zd4271043-a66b-4ef9-be82-2d7d2a751500https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/canadian-patent-law-2019-year-in-reviewThere were various developments in Canadian patent law in 2019. Numerous decisions of the Federal Court of Appeal and Federal Court will have a notable impact on patent law in Canada going forward. In addition, the Patent Rules were the subject of significant amendments that will impact both prosecution and enforcement of patent rights in Canada for years to come.Wed, 26 Feb 2020 00:00:00 Zaf056957-0892-4981-a7f8-ca040c13b32bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2020/patent-federal-court-of-appeal-dosage-questionsIn Canada, claims to new uses based on the discovery of 'hitherto unrecognized properties' constitute patentable subject matter.Thu, 13 Feb 2020 00:00:00 Z2927fab0-8ef0-45f5-9778-27e2b005f0c7https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2020/unity-of-invention-requirements-russia-versus-eurAccording to Russian and Eurasian patent regulations, an application must relate to one invention or a group of inventions.Wed, 12 Feb 2020 00:00:00 Z1d254376-2414-4e29-8ebe-e9d39307d6bdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/annual-review-of-uk-patent-cases-2019Take a look at Gowling WLG's annual review of 2019's patent cases.Tue, 04 Feb 2020 00:00:00 Zad58982e-7570-40d7-8265-3f2f5beef58chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/voluntarily-restrictions-on-russian-and-eurasian-pThere is no formal procedure for post-grant amendments to Russian patents under the country’s Patent Act. However, it is possible to request full or partial renunciation of the granted patent.Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:00:00 Z3b8d7cdd-8a9d-49b2-a70e-6e0f6ba63f0bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/amendments-to-the-german-patent-actOn 14 January 2020, the German Ministry of Justice and Consumer Protection (BMJV) published the draft of a Second Act for simplifying and modernising patent law (hereinafter referred to as: "Modernisation Draft"). In this latest Insight, we discuss the most significant amendments.Wed, 29 Jan 2020 10:46:00 Z03ccc83c-4db4-4491-beb3-73c05669b226https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2020/gowling-wlg-lawyers-contribute-russian-expertisePartners David Aylen and Vladislav Ugryumov of Gowling WLG's Moscow office recently contributed their expertise to the third edition of The Patent Litigation Law Review, published late last year.Mon, 20 Jan 2020 00:00:00 Zf8b39332-b9a0-461e-9b7f-41d0b0f8e36fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2020/vavilov-changes-to-administrative-law-in-canadaIn late December 2019, the Supreme Court released its decision in Canada (Minister of Citizenship and Immigration) v Vavilov, 2019 SCC 65.Wed, 08 Jan 2020 00:00:00 Z7896be06-a82e-4f0f-861c-ed0cbbfce2bahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/fto-assessments-rights-to-considerPatent rights are vigorously protected in Russia - it is therefore advisable that those interested in commercialising a product or process perform vital risk-management analysis in order to gauge their freedom to operate.Thu, 19 Dec 2019 00:00:00 Z864d5719-093d-4079-bc93-7f0e556b07aehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/third-party-rights-to-infringeOver the last year the Canadian Government has added two new sections to the Patent Act that have created new exceptions to infringement.Tue, 26 Nov 2019 18:27:00 Zeae31db5-1e52-413f-b82c-ba52376803bahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/canadian-v-us-monetary-for-patent-infringementIn recent years, Canada has become an increasingly attractive jurisdiction for patentees to obtain and enforce their patent rights. In terms of monetary remedies, as compared to the United States, there is often greater flexibility in Canada in crafting compensation for infringement. Despite our smaller market, the size of damages and profits awards can, at times, end up being larger in Canada.Mon, 11 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Z61bdb2c4-c49a-4357-bc18-a063a3deb158https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/digital-economy-means-for-rospatentImproving electronic interactivity has been a high priority for the Russian Patent and Trademark Office (Rospatent) in recent years, especially since the launch of the Digital Economy Programme in 2018. This long-term initiative aims to revolutionise the country’s IT infrastructure, enabling the widespread, efficient and secure receipt, transmission, processing and storage of electronic data by all levels of government bodies by 2024.Wed, 06 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Zfe489f47-fca8-4bb2-bcfe-cd48fcec9e19https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/gowling-wlg-moscow-co-author-global-patent-bookGowling WLG Russia is pleased to share that its own Vladislav M. Ugryumov and Ruben V. Dzhermakyan have authored a chapter of the 2019 edition of Global Patent Protection and Enforcement of In Vitro Diagnostic Inventions (Kluwer Law International). In this text, the authors describe special aspects of the patenting and enforcement of in vitro diagnostic inventions in Russia.Wed, 30 Oct 2019 00:00:00 Za96eb6f0-671d-4fd4-8916-a18d48a82dd8https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/amendments-to-guidelines-for-patent-examinationThe China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) Guidelines for Patent Examination set detailed rules and explanations for Chinese patent examiners to determine the patentability of an invention, a utility model or a design.Tue, 29 Oct 2019 00:00:00 Zc4ea666b-0fe1-4935-a006-bc864a1adf0ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/shanks-v-unileverThe UK Supreme Court has awarded an employee (Mr Shanks), whose inventions led to patents that were of 'outstanding benefit' to his employer (Unilever), compensation of £2 million as a 'fair share' of that benefit.Fri, 25 Oct 2019 14:24:00 Z970510ae-5087-4983-b21c-e767bba23ba6https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/patenting-artificial-intelligence-inventionsArtificial intelligence (AI)—the use of various methods and algorithms to simulate cognitive functions in machines—has its origins dating back to the 1950s. In recent years, the confluence of advancements in computational power and the abundance of rich data sets has led to a surge in the number of practical applications for AI. The time and money required to properly train, test, and deploy AI in these applications makes protecting them using patents a crucial consideration in any business plan.Thu, 24 Oct 2019 00:00:00 Z0f8dee9a-48c2-4412-9384-8dd59de33cc4https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/how-much-does-a-canadian-patent-costAsking how much it costs to get a patent in Canada is a bit like asking how long a piece of string is. The answer, of course, depends on many different factors, but there are a number of general guidelines that can be used to anticipate likely costs that will be incurred over the lifetime of a patent.Thu, 24 Oct 2019 00:00:00 Zedecda40-246c-4b0c-aad6-69799217ad9ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/patentees-beware-of-foreign-patent-file-historiesLe 25 septembre 2019, la Cour fédérale du Canada a publié la première décision interprétant la portée du nouvel article 53.1 de la Loi sur les brevets. Aux termes de cette disposition législative, il est possible de se référer à l'historique du dossier d'un brevet (principalement constitué de la correspondance échangée entre un breveté et un bureau des brevets durant la poursuite d'une demande de brevet) pour réfuter les déclarations d'un breveté quant à l'interprétation des revendications d'un brevet.Thu, 26 Sep 2019 00:00:00 Zc19723cb-0783-4574-87d8-d1dd5d884033https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/client-work/2019/precedent-setting-decision-in-patent-infringementOn Sept. 25, 2019, Justice Manson of the Federal Court of Canada summarily dismissed a patent infringement action brought by CanMar Foods Ltd. against TA Foods Ltd.Wed, 25 Sep 2019 00:00:00 Zcdc9ef79-7455-4243-a58d-2314d0dd3b65https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/reasons-to-seek-patent-protection-in-canadaCanada's innovation and tech sectors have flourished in recent years, attracting leading entrepreneurs and major investments from around the world to Canada. Along with this rapid sector growth has come a corresponding flurry of interest in innovation and, by extension, intellectual property – particularly in Canada's finance and tech sectors.Thu, 12 Sep 2019 00:00:00 Zcb494e42-9059-4afb-b14e-5199112b3cf8https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/why-registering-ip-in-china-is-essentialMalgré l'optimisme dont font preuve les administrateurs de multinationales à l'égard du marché chinois, il est rare que ces derniers songent à y déployer une stratégie de propriété intellectuelle (PI). Or, enregistrer leurs actifs de PI dans ce pays devraient être un réflexe.Tue, 03 Sep 2019 08:35:00 Z8d48ecfd-194c-40eb-8c46-af5c9ddfbbb3https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/dazed-and-confused-a-closer-look-at-the-amended-pSi l'annonce, vendredi dernier, des modifications apportées au Règlement sur les médicaments brevetés (le « RMB ») n'a pas causé de véritable surprise, elle a cependant mis en évidence la profonde incertitude avec laquelle doivent composer les brevetés qui commercialisent des médicaments au Canada.Thu, 15 Aug 2019 00:00:00 Z1f073425-95d9-4e4f-873f-cc6df7310bb8https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/pmprb-shakeup-united-states-and-switzerland-no-lThe federal government has announced the long-awaited changes to the Patented Medicines Regulations, which are set to come into force on July 1, 2020.Fri, 09 Aug 2019 00:00:00 Za04d84e1-a543-4752-b182-3ca48ec4d9aahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/patent-extension-in-russiaSince 2003 it has been possible to extend the duration or term of a Russian patent for a drug, pesticide or agricultural chemical by up to five years. Upon the patent holder's request, an extension to a patent term may be obtained based on the product's first marketing authorisation.Thu, 08 Aug 2019 00:00:00 Z6ee590c1-2e8e-4603-91b8-8a487a91698chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/update-implementation-of-the-patent-law-treatyLe gouvernement canadien a publié la version définitive des nouvelles Règles sur les brevets, qui entreront en vigueur le 30 octobre 2019. Ces Règles, ainsi que les modifications complémentaires apportées à la Loi sur les brevets, mettent en œuvre le Traité sur le droit des brevets et devraient également accélérer certains aspects de la poursuite des demandes de brevet en réduisant certains délais afférents. Les principaux changements qu'introduisent les nouvelles Règles et la nouvelle Loi sont décrits ci-dessous.Wed, 07 Aug 2019 14:25:00 Zd16544c0-bab7-4598-b0fd-23aff3455e0fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2019/the-importance-of-ip-rights-in-technologyOur intellectual property experts consider the importance of IP rights in technology during disruptive times.Thu, 25 Jul 2019 00:00:00 Zb6b4c626-e0a6-4309-965d-0af6ef69e6c5https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/ip-strategy-learning-from-the-disruptorsFour tips to creating the best IP strategy in the face of disrupted markets.Tue, 23 Jul 2019 08:02:00 Za81a120c-f50c-4946-a3b5-e669ea974a07https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/actavis-v-eli-lilly-impact-on-patent-infringementOur intellectual property experts discuss the impact that Actavis v Eli Lilly had on patent infringement law in the UK.Thu, 18 Jul 2019 00:00:00 Z5cc71f77-399a-4639-86ea-1d460a9a0a96https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/publication-of-the-finalized-patent-rulesLe 10 juillet de cette année, le gouvernement du Canada a publié les nouvelles Règles sur les brevets dans la Partie II de la Gazette du Canada. Cette publication des Règles définitives fait suite à la publication d'une version préliminaire le 1er décembre 2018 et à la période de consultation qui s'en est ensuivie.Wed, 10 Jul 2019 00:00:00 Z4453b11b-6e8e-41bf-8ee4-025898e1c3b6https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2019/going-overboard-on-overbreadthUnder the doctrine of overbreadth a patent is invalid if its claims extend beyond the invention.Tue, 28 May 2019 00:00:00 Ze2458540-bb3b-424b-a0ae-e497a8b517e6https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/jaguar-land-rover-v-landwind-unfair-competitionThe three-year court battle between JLR and Chinese automotive manufacturer Jiangling resulted in a long-awaited victory for JLR and the wider automotive industry.Thu, 23 May 2019 13:03:00 Zc2028169-539b-43ff-8566-362c2533b5b0https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/brexit-the-clock-ticks'Brexit' poses considerable challenges for intellectual property law and presents uncertainty as to the involvement of the UK, following its exit from the EU, in existing and proposed international regimes involving European Union (EU) law.Tue, 21 May 2019 10:20:00 Zed03cb37-b44d-441b-9152-be8a7988bc85https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/intellectual-property-enforcement-guidelinesOn March 13, 2019 the Competition Bureau introduced its new Intellectual Property Enforcement Guidelines, which seek to increase transparency regarding the Bureau's application of the Competition Act as it relates to the assertion of IP rights.Wed, 03 Apr 2019 00:00:00 Zf3c851f6-6535-45dd-b804-a8cb0974c13ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/client-work/2019/winning-judgment-for-tq-delta-reaffirms-expertiseGowling WLG's award-winning Patent team has gained recognition in the market for a significant patent win for client TQ Delta LLC.Wed, 03 Apr 2019 00:00:00 Z53a2a91b-e82f-4de9-ade4-c239e72c2fbahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/uk-supreme-court-explains-the-law-of-obviousnessThe UK Supreme Court has delivered an important judgment on the test of 'obviousness' in patent law, and in particular for dosing regimen patents.Tue, 02 Apr 2019 00:00:00 Za31e4563-a11d-45d6-9bb9-a4c0b0c05045https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/first-reading-bill-c-86La première lecture du projet de loi C-86, la Loi no 2 d’exécution du budget de 2018 (la « loi ») a eu lieu à la Chambre des communes le 29 octobre 2018. La loi met en œuvre, entre autres choses, la Stratégie en matière de propriété intellectuelle du Canada, qui propose des modifications à diverses lois sur la propriété intellectuelle et édicte la Loi sur le Collège des agents de brevets et des agents de marques de commerce.Wed, 27 Feb 2019 17:34:00 Za3d7f9ec-0d09-4340-95e6-8e2fdbb0e35bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/benefits-of-industry-group-interventionFew industry groups have sought to intervene at the Federal Court in such judicial reviews. However, a recent decision of the Federal Court provides useful guidance on the benefits that industry groups can bring to the proceeding in light of their unique perspectives.Mon, 25 Feb 2019 00:00:00 Zacc42307-57c4-4cea-a8ed-e44c960b7ac2https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/bad-faith-trademark-applicationsGowling WLG's experts address the topic of 'bad faith' applications in the field of trademarks; considering the significance of the problem; how such applications may be dealt with; and strategies for risk prevention, across multiple jurisdictions.Thu, 31 Jan 2019 00:00:00 Z80015a71-8940-4ffd-b101-39d32b44a5b6https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/annual-review-of-the-2018-patent-casesIn January 2019, Gowling WLG's co-head of global Intellectual Property (IP), Gordon Harris, delivered his much anticipated annual review of the year's UK patent.Wed, 30 Jan 2019 12:24:00 Zc99ea383-59fe-4120-8376-edcc99851823https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/changes-to-the-uk-s-trademarks-lawThe EU Trademarks Directive 2015 comes into force in the UK; bringing with it some key changes to the UK's legal system governing the application, registration, enforcement and licensing of trademarks.Mon, 14 Jan 2019 00:00:00 Z795b2598-6c6d-4d7c-b7ad-08bd2132f95ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/foreign-patent-holders-beware-when-writingA number of changes to Canada's intellectual property legislation came into force on Dec. 13, 2018. One of the changes to Canada's Patent Act is a new subsection relating to written demands (a.k.a. cease and desist letters) in relation to patents - seemingly any patents, including foreign patents.Thu, 10 Jan 2019 00:00:00 Z1a7536cf-fc40-44df-8946-deec737aec3fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2019/canadian-patent-law-2018-year-in-reviewDe nombreuses décisions de la Cour fédérale et de la Cour d’appel fédérale auront une incidence notable sur l’avenir du droit des brevets au Canada.Mon, 07 Jan 2019 00:00:00 Z1460da15-d74d-4225-a921-13749147208fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/gsk-awarded-arrow-declaration-in-patent-disputeGowling WLG's IP experts discuss GSK's High Court patent dispute with Vectura.Thu, 13 Dec 2018 00:00:00 Z61dd4b4f-40d8-4a44-873e-5dcea8df678ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/another-step-towards-ratification-of-patent-lawLe 1er décembre 2018, le gouvernement canadien a publié aux fins de consultation publique une version actualisée des modifications proposées aux Règles sur les brevets du Canada.Mon, 03 Dec 2018 00:00:00 Ze94ea64a-fab4-471d-b50e-90952be171efhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/uk-supreme-court-ruling-in-warner-lambert-caseThe UK Supreme Court's judgment in Warner-Lambert v Generics has, sadly, unsettled areas of patent law in the UK, while confirming the invalidity of key claims of Warner-Lambert's patent.Wed, 21 Nov 2018 00:00:00 Zcbcc8bee-08fb-47bd-b52d-7a8d1e468ef3https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/warner-lambert-pregabalin-patent-caseGowling WLG's IP team provides a snap-shot commentary on the Supreme Court's reasoning in the Warner-Lambert case.Wed, 14 Nov 2018 00:00:00 Z78a1bf15-e891-4940-b2c3-6298d1865555https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/usmca-what-it-means-for-patents-and-pharmaceuticalIn a joint statement on Sept. 30, 2018, the United States and Canadian Governments announced that they reached an agreement, alongside Mexico, on a new, modernized trade agreement for the 21st century. The pending trilateral deal, called the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), is intended to replace the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) currently in force.Fri, 05 Oct 2018 00:00:00 Z9192fc3e-9cf1-4816-af33-fb69a99c05bchttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/the-intellectual-property-review-seventh-editionThe Intellectual Property Review, seventh edition, has been published. Gowling WLG (Gordon Harris, Andrew Maggs, George Sevier and Ailsa Carter) authored the UK Chapter.Wed, 26 Sep 2018 00:00:00 Zfdccc7d2-561a-4015-9fd8-a863a1b043c8https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/uk-government-no-deal-brexit-guidance-for-ipThe UK Government has released guidance on the Brexit process for intellectual property in a no deal scenario. UK legislation will extract UK rights from existing EU-wide trademark and design registrations. The UK will continue to recognise existing unregistered Community design right and will create a new unregistered design right of equivalent scope. For the "immediate" term, the UK will also continue to recognise regional exhaustion (but the European Economic Area (EEA) will not recognise the UK within that system). The existing patent systems will largely be unaffected by Brexit. Please read on for our fuller summary of the highlights of the 24 September 2018 guidance.Tue, 25 Sep 2018 00:00:00 Z374509b0-b45e-45f4-abfb-bf3d4029e17bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/one-year-anniversary-of-the-csp-regulationsLe 21 septembre 2017, le Règlement sur les certificats de protection supplémentaire (Règlement sur les CPS) est entré en vigueur, permettant pour la première fois de prolonger la période de protection d'un brevet pour les drogues à usage humain ou vétérinaire au Canada.Mon, 17 Sep 2018 18:26:00 Zbd5bf0ac-98aa-4b41-81d2-a216404d9683https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/new-automotive-technology-and-brexitThis short guide highlights key areas requiring action by companies in the UK's automotive sector involved in the development of new technology: access to funding; access to skilled workers; potential divergence in legal and regulatory frameworks; intellectual property; and technical standards.Fri, 07 Sep 2018 00:00:00 Zfc1b794e-8742-4e21-b166-0dba3831b36ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/no-deal-brexit-implications-for-automotive-ipThis article explores the implications of a no deal Brexit, for IP regimes supporting the UK automotive sector.Wed, 05 Sep 2018 00:00:00 Zbf4ea228-b71b-4ec7-84ae-8f61d8d81000https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/rospatent-fee-based-extradited-examinationOn October 5, 2017 the Russian Patent and Trademark Office (Rospatent) officially announced that expedited examination will be available for all applications.Tue, 17 Jul 2018 00:00:00 Z20c8dee9-b22d-45c2-9414-b58dffbe1727https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/challenges-facing-the-automotive-sectorResearch from our new report found that 86% of industry experts expect to see more litigation in the automotive sector.Tue, 10 Jul 2018 00:00:00 Ze3cb35e4-70d3-4801-aeab-8ee4bb33b420https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/shire-successfully-defends-canadian-vyvanse-patenApotex's invalidity allegations regarding Shire's Canadian Patent 2,527,646 covering the active ingredient in Shire's ADHD medication VYVANSE® have been rejected following a 17-day trial before Justice Fothergill of the Federal Court.Tue, 03 Jul 2018 00:00:00 Z2be3aff2-ee9e-4546-9827-5b6bcd9be15chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/client-work/2018/shire-successfully-defends-against-apotexLe 29 juin 2018, après un procès de 17 jours présidé par le juge Fothergill, la Cour fédérale a publié son jugement et ses motifs relativement à un différend mettant en cause des allégations d’invalidité par Apotex quant au brevet canadien 2 527646 de Shire couvrant l’ingrédient actif présent dans le médicament contre le TDAH, VYVANSE® de Shire.Fri, 29 Jun 2018 00:00:00 Z6367a1a0-2a56-4f86-9980-e2e7ed7bbc43https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/how-to-shoot-for-arrow-reliefThe Court of Appeal has ruled that the discretion as to whether or not to award Arrow relief lies with the trial judge, for exercise in light of the facts and circumstances at the date of the trial.Thu, 28 Jun 2018 00:00:00 Zbc30037c-88b5-4db3-86c9-715fa4e3fe87https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/alcon-puts-the-brakes-on-ap-racingAlcon has successfully resisted AP Racing's appeal against an Intellectual Property Enterprise Court (IPEC) decision. The case concerns Alcon's high performance brake caliper designs and technology.Wed, 27 Jun 2018 00:00:00 Z9041352c-ca53-4946-866f-37ce8cce1fcfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/eu-commission-proposes-softening-of-spc-lawThe European Commission has proposed a 'targeted adjustment' to intellectual property law with a view to reducing the restrictions on EU-based manufacturers of pharmaceuticals seeking to compete in global markets.Wed, 30 May 2018 00:00:00 Zd2b4c92e-c894-4262-9303-fe4b2eec19bbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/post-grant-patent-validity-challenges-canada-ukMost jurisdictions provide at least some procedures for challenging the validity of a granted patent. Sometimes the process for challenging validity is conducted before a patent office, and sometimes the process is conducted in court before a judge (either as a counterclaim, or as a standalone impeachment or declaratory judgment action).Tue, 01 May 2018 15:05:00 Z6f88356f-2228-49e1-a634-ef7addb1e365https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/uk-ratifies-the-upc-agreementOn 26 April 2018 the UK completed its ratification of the UPC Agreement by depositing its instrument of ratification with the European Council.Fri, 27 Apr 2018 00:00:00 Z07a2a365-3d36-479a-b456-d48657591f43https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/from-tpp-to-cptpp-suspensions-to-ip-provisionsLe 23 janvier 2018, le Canada et dix autres signataires du aujourd’hui défunt Partenariat transpacifique (PTP), ont mené à bien une série de négociations à Tokyo à propos du projet d'accord de Partenariat transpacifique global et progressiste (PTPGP). Les éléments principaux du futur accord, qui est né après que les États-Unis se soient retirés du PTP en janvier 2017, ont été acceptés par les 11 Parties restantes le 10 novembre 2017 à l'occasion d'une réunion à Da Nang, au Vietnam.Wed, 25 Apr 2018 17:50:00 Z3972fa58-3cda-4fad-8991-53ae191eac28https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/patent-eligibility-natural-product-can-usLes produits naturels, des composés chimiques produits par des organismes vivants, sont omniprésents dans notre quotidien et essentiels pour l’économie des sciences de la vie moderne. Des produits de beauté aux compléments alimentaires en passant par les produits thérapeutiques pour lutter contre le cancer, la science à l’origine des produits naturels connaît un essor rapide et nous en récoltons les avantages plus que jamais.Mon, 23 Apr 2018 15:33:00 Z8dd95e1e-f1df-43aa-9a5e-45045037a420https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/brexit-implications-for-ip-arrangements-agreed-soLe Royaume-Uni et les pays demeurant dans l'UE se sont entendus en partie sur le texte d'un traité qui régira le processus du Brexit. Ce texte clarifie globalement les dispositions prises relativement à la conversion des droits unitaires de l'UE se rattachant aux marques de commerce, aux dessins industriels et aux obtentions végétales en droits du R.-U.Wed, 11 Apr 2018 19:28:00 Z9e0b5bb6-c97c-4d8e-9965-f000116ec52dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/understanding-ip-across-multiple-jurisdictionsGuides to understanding the differences between IP law in multiple jurisdictions.Tue, 27 Feb 2018 00:00:00 Z924ccb11-100e-429f-ab69-67831f0b6a31https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/employee-inventor-compensation-annual-patents-reThis is the Employee Inventor Compensation chapter of Gordon Harris' Annual Patents Review 2017. For the other chapters of the review, please follow the links below or download the Annual Patents Review 2017 in full.Thu, 15 Feb 2018 10:07:00 Z623b5842-1397-4c2d-ac3a-406dd44fc38fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/competition-law-annual-patents-review-2017This is the Competition Law, Settlement and Licensing chapter of Gordon Harris' Annual Patents Review 2017.Thu, 15 Feb 2018 10:06:00 Z3f718a74-3f0b-42bf-9c03-2b5c21971e36https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/validity-annual-patents-review-2017This is the Validity chapter of Gordon Harris' Annual Patents Review 2017. For the other chapters of the review, please follow the links below or download the Annual Patents Review 2017 in full.Thu, 15 Feb 2018 10:04:00 Zc9802ca5-1344-45c0-a9c5-6d5ce14974a2https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/infringement-annual-patents-review-2017This is the Infringement chapter of Gordon Harris' Annual Patents Review 2017. For the other chapters of the review, please follow the links below or download the Annual Patents Review 2017 in full.Thu, 15 Feb 2018 10:03:00 Za022e6c0-ae3b-4b4a-8bf2-d71e385ad9a1https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/annual-patents-review-2017-overviewGowling WLG's UK intellectual property (IP) team bring you their annual patent review for 2017.Thu, 15 Feb 2018 09:57:00 Zbe60fd93-4062-4c5f-9460-70c2858e2242https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/technical-matters-annual-patents-review-2017This is the Technical Matters and Procedure chapter of Gordon Harris' Annual Patents Review 2017. For the other chapters of the review, please follow the links below or download the Annual Patents Review 2017 in full.Thu, 15 Feb 2018 01:05:00 Z4e1fbdc7-ba9c-44b6-9a7d-afeeca75c675https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/uk-supreme-court-introduces-doctrine-of-equivalentIn a landmark decision, Actavis v Eli Lilly [2017] UKSC 48, the UK Supreme Court has re‐steered the law of patent infringement in the UK, stating that there is a doctrine of equivalents, and expressly permiting recourse by the courts to the prosecution file in appropriate limited circumstances.Mon, 22 Jan 2018 00:00:00 Z36bca360-38a0-4e58-a19e-b1a2ac0a8832https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/top-10-differences-patent-litigation-canada-usLes titulaires de brevets ont de plus en plus tendance à faire protéger leurs droits de brevets hors des frontières des États-Unis. D’aucuns diraient que le processus de révision inter partes ainsi que diverses décisions récentes de la Cour suprême américaine ont rendu la protection de droits de brevets aux États-Unis plus difficile depuis cinq ans au moins. Les titulaires de brevets qui se tournent vers l’étranger pour trouver une solution de rechange choisissent principalement l’Europe, l’Allemagne en particulier. Dans d’autres cas, ils jettent leur dévolu sur le Japon, et même la Chine est dorénavant prise en considération au vu du développement et de l’amélioration de son régime de protection de la propriété intellectuelle (PI).Mon, 22 Jan 2018 00:00:00 Zdb6f463b-2f3e-4135-a8a8-743c72779351https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2018/canadian-patent-law-2017-year-in-reviewL’année 2017 a été très chargée en ce qui a trait au droit canadien sur les brevets. La controversée doctrine de la promesse a été rejetée par la Cour suprême du Canada dans l’affaire AstraZeneca Canada Inc. c. Apotex Inc.; le plus important jugement pécuniaire au Canada a été accordé au titre de la contrefaçon de brevet dans l’affaire The Dow Chemical Company v Nova Chemical; le Règlement sur les médicaments brevetés (avis de conformité) et les Règles sur les brevets ont fait l’objet d’importantes modifications et le Projet de loi C-30 a introduit la possibilité de demander la restauration de la durée d’un brevet au moyen d’un « certificat de protection supplémentaire » dans certaines circonstances.Wed, 03 Jan 2018 00:00:00 Zf03768ef-b2dc-4612-9795-ba4d7146038bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/the-skinny-on-skinny-labelsIn a recent decision of Federal Court (Bristol-Myers Squibb Canada v Apotex Inc., 2017 FC 1061), Justice Lafrenière dismissed the prohibition proceeding brought by Bristol-Myers Squibb Canada (BMS) against Apotex Inc. (Apotex) for a generic version of ABILIFY®, which is indicated for several uses.Thu, 21 Dec 2017 00:00:00 Ze43e4704-8ed9-4195-9634-5aaaa81f416chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/podcasts/2017/design-protection-hindsight-giving-insightIn this podcast, design lawyer John Coldham is joined by a panel of fellow experts, offering designers advice on protecting their creations.Fri, 03 Nov 2017 11:17:00 Z57c74668-1c42-441a-8dd0-670d3cfa3d09https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/government-increases-official-fees-by-rospatentAs of October 6, 2017, administrative fees charged by the Russian Patent and Trademark Office (Rospatent) have been increased by Decree 1151. The decree has also introduced fees not previously charged by Rospatent.Wed, 01 Nov 2017 23:00:00 Z6213a015-8910-42bb-aabc-056dbbd33d3bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/pmprb-decision-creates-uncertainty-for-patenteesOn September 27, 2017, a two-member Hearing Panel of the Patented Medicine Price Review Board (PMPRB) ruled that the ultra-rare disease drug Soliris® (eculizumab), manufactured by Alexion Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Alexion), was excessively priced.Wed, 01 Nov 2017 00:00:00 Z032cf7cb-52bd-4075-83b2-c2f716265d8fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2017/defects-in-pre-patent-issue-process-do-not-renderIn Apotex Inc. v Pfizer Inc. et al, 2017 FCA 201, the Federal Court of Appeal refused to void a patent based on an administrative error made during the prosecution of the patent application.Wed, 18 Oct 2017 10:57:00 Z5eec1abd-22e1-415d-b0f9-262d9583ff3ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2017/mind-the-actavis-v-eli-lilly-gap-pleaseFollowing the Supreme Court's decision in Actavis v Lilly, is there a gap between the interpretation of a patent claim for validity purposes and its reach for infringement purposes? If so, what are the practical implications?Wed, 18 Oct 2017 00:00:00 Z4af2d49e-e7d2-4341-8313-96b673567389https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2017/uk-rewrites-its-law-prohibiting-threats-of-legal-pThe Intellectual Property (Unjustified Threats) Act 2017 (the Act) entered into force on 1 October 2017, introducing changes to the law in the UK regarding threats of intellectual property proceedings.Mon, 02 Oct 2017 07:37:00 Z1844555b-5246-4a0d-ac33-f89a2f4ac6f8https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2017/draft-patent-rules-released-for-public-consultatioThe Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) has released draft revisions to the Patent Rules for public consultation. The draft revisions propose to make extensive changes to the current Patent Rules.Tue, 01 Aug 2017 17:15:00 Z9ae272b6-3880-48c4-8401-520928a65aa5https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/certificates-of-supplementary-protection-canada-sWe previously reported on Bill C-30 (the Act to implement CETA) which made important changes to Canada's intellectual property landscape reflecting its commitments under the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement between Canada and the European Union (CETA).Mon, 24 Jul 2017 10:02:00 Z946f2e77-8336-43c1-b9a2-1a95b92986e0https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/uk-supreme-court-introduces-doctrine-of-equivalentIn a landmark decision (Actavis v Eli Lilly), the UK Supreme Court has re-steered the law of patent infringement in the UK, stating that there is a doctrine of equivalents.Thu, 13 Jul 2017 00:00:00 Zb39aeccb-665c-45f5-832b-8b30be34dabfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/$644-million-patent-infringement-judgment-is-largeIn its decision in The Dow Chemical Company v. Nova Chemicals Corporation, 2017 FC 637, the Federal Court of Canada has awarded the successful plaintiff (Dow Chemical) over $644,000,000, plus interest, as compensation for Nova Chemicals' patent infringement.Wed, 12 Jul 2017 00:00:00 Z0b8b5f09-7897-4b3d-87c5-3ed2eae0a176https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/promise-of-the-patent-doctrineThe Promise Doctrine required patentees to establish arguable statements of utility in the patent disclosure or risk losing their patents.Fri, 30 Jun 2017 00:00:00 Zaeacb763-1dde-43d8-a399-eb3dbf06f176https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/uk-parliament-continues-legislative-steps-needed-fWith the UK Parliament sitting again, following the drama of the June 2017 General Election, the Government is now continuing with the national legislative steps that need to be completed before the UK can ratify the Agreement on a Unified Patent Court (UPC Agreement).Tue, 27 Jun 2017 00:00:00 Z6ffc75c4-9ef8-45f4-b52b-1d420e491018https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/patent-exhaustion-in-canada-and-the-ukThe doctrine of 'patent exhaustion' provides that once a patentee sells one of its products, it can no longer exercise control over the specific product. In this regard, the patentee's patent rights are said to 'exhaust'.Mon, 12 Jun 2017 00:00:00 Z7a3ce23a-4961-4505-8939-6737bcf6a53ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/the-basics-of-patent-law-unified-patent-courtGowling WLG's intellectual property experts explain the Unified Patent Court and Unitary Patent, as part of their series of articles titled 'The basics of patent law'.Wed, 17 May 2017 00:00:00 Z168bb5b5-625e-4ad5-a7aa-be2574554c71https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/what-the-supreme-court-of-canada-was-not-told-abouOn November 8, 2016 the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) heard an appeal by AstraZeneca regarding the validity of a patent covering its NEXIUM product.Thu, 11 May 2017 15:03:00 Z84bf9f98-f152-463f-89e6-2ac84aa4d8dahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/russia-signs-up-to-international-design-registratiOn April 3, 2017, President Putin signed a law ratifying the Geneva Act of the Hague Agreement Concerning the International Registration of Industrial Designs.Wed, 03 May 2017 00:00:00 Z8d12f41c-5186-4f5b-8a29-bba98355a419https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/basics-of-patent-law-assignment-and-licensingGowling WLG's intellectual property experts explain assignment and licensing in a series of articles titled 'The basics of patent law'.Wed, 19 Apr 2017 03:34:00 Zfec5f2cb-0507-4e64-9bf4-56c76d3e6013https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/the-basics-of-patent-law-remedies-and-costsGowling WLG's intellectual property (IP) experts discuss remedies available in the UK, as part of their 'The basics of patent law' series.Wed, 12 Apr 2017 00:00:00 Z7227c025-992e-4ae3-8b8c-f283d33f3cf7https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/procedure-trial-appeal-and-settlementGowling WLG's intellectual property experts discuss litigation procedure, trial, appeal and settlement, as part of their 'The basics of patent law' series.Wed, 05 Apr 2017 06:05:00 Z80f0ac78-2595-4419-b077-2b5adcdde5fbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2017/revocation-non-infringement-and-clearing-the-wayOur IP experts discuss challenges to validity, revocation actions, non-infringement and other procedures to remove the effect of an IP right.Thu, 30 Mar 2017 12:09:00 Z465029cc-1d62-4639-bb81-dcd6ff55eaf2https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/evidence-for-establishing-sound-prediction-and-theThe Federal Court of Appeal's (FCA) recent decision in Teva v. Leo Pharma addresses important issues related to the doctrines of sound prediction and sufficiency.Thu, 30 Mar 2017 00:00:00 Zdd4a9768-c1c6-4c8c-b454-c66951e20dd3https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/the-basics-of-patent-law-infringementGowling WLG's intellectual property experts discuss infringement and related actions as part of their 'The basics of patent law' series.Wed, 22 Mar 2017 00:00:00 Z8e527f98-e34e-4df6-a27c-fe07bf9079dahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/the-basics-of-patent-law-initiating-proceedingsGowling WLG's intellectual property experts discuss initiating proceedings as part of their 'The basics of patent law' series.Wed, 15 Mar 2017 00:00:00 Z0a269b13-ab15-454b-ae35-0e1f39822b5ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/types-of-ip-protection-for-inventionsGowling WLG's intellectual property experts explore the types of intellectual property protection for inventions and granting procedure as part of their series called 'The basics of patent law'.Wed, 08 Mar 2017 05:43:00 Z209ee4ca-28ba-4771-90c2-afabb462eee5https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/new-trade-mark-and-patent-fees-in-singaporeThe Trade Mark and Patent Registries of the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) has announced a series of fee revisions that will take effect from 1 April 2017.Mon, 20 Feb 2017 03:52:00 Z52a2bba2-8dec-4a36-9dae-1f787b91a78dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/annual-patent-review-20162016 was another a bumper year for patent decisions from the UK IP courts.Wed, 25 Jan 2017 00:00:00 Z013cec61-119d-4e88-864d-2120beb345c8https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/high-stakes-patent-action-turned-damp-squibMon, 23 Jan 2017 00:00:00 Z7a8bb04a-c708-449e-8f3d-4bd89e4cdf55https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/canada-adopts-six-new-industrial-design-practicesThe Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) released six new practice changes in relation to industrial designs on January 16, 2017. These practices are effective immediately and are being implemented, at least in part, to improve service and adopt practices or provide benefits available from other jurisdictions.Thu, 19 Jan 2017 00:00:00 Z2600f646-fab8-4725-a262-f2b2c3feecd1https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2017/canadian-patent-law-2016-year-in-reviewThis article summarizes noteworthy Canadian patent law decisions and developments from 2016.Wed, 04 Jan 2017 00:00:00 Z2b7bff2f-20ed-4405-8483-59dcf6b4b950https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/uk-signals-intent-to-remain-in-the-new-upc-systemThe United Kingdom's Minister for Intellectual Property, Baroness Neville-Rolfe, has announced that the government is proceeding with preparations to ratify the Unified Patent Court Agreement (UPC Agreement).Wed, 30 Nov 2016 00:00:00 Z7257a67a-3593-48dd-86d7-1ff4ad2cfb15https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/monetary-consequences-for-falsely-alleging-patentThe Federal Court released a decision on Nov. 17, 2016 regarding two patent actions that were heard together.Mon, 21 Nov 2016 14:25:00 Z664dee91-1cc6-4b19-89b9-9abaa0a176bahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/challenge-to-patentee-s-right-to-elect-between-damWhich party has the right to choose the patentee's remedy after a successful action for patent infringement?Thu, 10 Nov 2016 16:26:00 Zf91947db-60d9-4430-b0b5-16d9f760836dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/changes-to-ip-rights-on-the-horizon-canada-introdWe previously reported on important changes the recently signed Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement between Canada and the European Union (CETA) requires Canada to make to its Patent Act and Trade-marks Act.Fri, 04 Nov 2016 00:00:00 Zd10ddd60-6bb9-4b12-a8e0-e1fcf7116465https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/federal-court-of-appeal-grants-minister-of-healthIn a decision dated October 12, 2016, the Federal Court of Appeal upheld two decisions of the minister of health to issue Notice of Compliances to generic drug manufacturers without addressing the requirements of the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations.Mon, 24 Oct 2016 00:00:00 Z3695930a-0112-43b2-93bc-ac039e3e9b0fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/patent-survives-anticipation-attack-based-on-use-iOn September 7, 2016, the Federal Court found that Apotex and Cobalt infringed three claims of Bayer's Canadian Letters Patent No. 2,382,426. The Court also found those claims to be valid.Thu, 22 Sep 2016 11:28:00 Zfbd35eb8-958c-4243-a1d5-3859e638f087https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/can-post-brexit-uk-remain-involved-in-the-up-and-uAn Opinion, by English barristers Richard Gordon KC and Tom Pascoe, has been published considering the effect of Brexit (i.e. departure from the EU) upon the Unitary Patent (UP) Regulation and the Unified Patent Court (UPC) Agreement. Can the UK remain involved in the UP and UPC system?Fri, 16 Sep 2016 00:00:00 Z76d146e1-717b-4839-b03a-683b6d33aa40https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/eli-lilly-s-erectile-dysfunction-patent-stands-upThe English High Court (Patents Court) has ruled in a patent dispute concerned with the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Actavis and Mylan had commenced "clear the way" litigation by seeking to revoke Eli Lilly's patent in order to launch generic versions of its CIALIS medicine upon expiry of the relevant SPC protection (November 2017).Thu, 01 Sep 2016 00:00:00 Ze9c81a5f-b37f-4387-a8e3-cb74723c11a5https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/genentech-herceptin-formulation-patents-invalidThe Court of Appeal has confirmed that two Genentech patents concerning lyophilised formulations of trastuzumab (the active ingredient in Herceptin) are invalid for obviousness.Tue, 30 Aug 2016 08:28:00 Z51b1ed66-ea22-4be8-adf6-99fc2d0f5bb5https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/english-patents-court-rules-patent-not-infringed-fThe English High Court (Patents Court) is a world-leading forum for efficient, high quality resolution of patent disputes. Demonstrating again the benefits of the court's flexible and adaptable procedure, Mr Justice Arnold has delivered a full first instance judgment in a patent infringement case regarding therapeutic patches less than four and a half months after the claim was filed. This is less time than is needed to obtain preliminary relief in many jurisdictions.Thu, 14 Jul 2016 00:00:00 Zddec7782-9795-4326-9cfc-9efeb7f285c1https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/business-as-usual-for-upc-says-chairFollowing the result of last month's UK referendum to leave the EU, the Unified Patent Court's (UPC) Preparatory Committee has said that preparation for the regime will continue as planned.Tue, 05 Jul 2016 00:00:00 Zc8bf5ac5-a10f-48ef-98b6-7c58b15bb9eahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/changes-to-the-profession-patent-and-trademark-agOn June 24, 2016, by way of statutory amendment, the age-old common law concept of privilege between lawyers and their clients was extended to certain communications between patent and trademark agents (collectively 'agents') and their clients.Mon, 04 Jul 2016 14:54:00 Zb2025d58-cbe9-414e-9b3a-9ddbf3cba468https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/what-brexit-means-for-the-patents-ecosystem-upcOn 23 June 2016, in a national referendum, the population of the UK by a narrow majority (52%) voted to leave the European Union (EU).Thu, 30 Jun 2016 00:00:00 Z9686da05-c5d6-4adf-a064-7d169f38906fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/brexit-what-next-for-intellectual-propertyThe UK has voted to leave the EU. What next?Fri, 24 Jun 2016 00:00:00 Zd9dd2117-fb78-4b7c-8f8d-8b6218403f94https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/patentability-of-methods-of-medical-treatment-in-cA method of medical treatment is not patentable in Canada. This rule arises out of a concern that granting a monopoly over a method of medically treating a patient could interfere with physicians’ skill and judgment when treating patients.Fri, 17 Jun 2016 09:39:00 Z0dac3b13-8b28-4c9a-8926-178bb0bf07f4https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/post-amazon-com-how-the-canadian-patent-appeal-boAn important consideration for every patentee is that each country’s patent system has uniquely evolved to effectively deal with limits of patentable subject matter. For example, the patent systems of Canada, the United States and Europe continue to grapple with striking the necessary balance that leaves any underlying building blocks of an invention – such as scientific principles, abstract ideas and laws of nature – accessible to all, but extends patent protection to new, useful and innovative technical applications of these building blocks.Wed, 15 Jun 2016 15:36:00 Z621d220c-d2d1-482c-9eed-d958ae24f397https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/federal-court-of-appeal-affirms-application-of-priMon, 06 Jun 2016 00:00:00 Za259ad96-4568-4dec-8e8a-c0ecc8c6258fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/what-other-products-federal-court-orders-generiUnlike other actions, fulsome particulars of generic pharmaceutical damages claims (under section 8 of the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations) have not always been thought to be necessary. It had been suggested that information in the possession of defendants might define the scope of such claims.Wed, 25 May 2016 00:00:00 Z02a3991f-0422-4006-a04f-3c57108578b3https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/federal-court-releases-updated-guidelines-to-goverWed, 25 May 2016 00:00:00 Z79d03716-c212-4be1-88d1-de9b755cc341https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/crowded-prior-art-and-narrow-drawings-lead-to-nonIndustrial design registrations (or design patents as they are referred to in some jurisdictions) are attractive for a number of reasons, including their low cost and often easy prosecution before examiners.Thu, 19 May 2016 00:00:00 Z0b42631b-cd4b-437f-b3a4-a5d55d36522fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/demand-letters-are-now-mandatory-in-russiaFor the last 20 years, at least, there were no legal conditions that had to be met prior to filing a trademark or patent infringement lawsuit in Russia.Thu, 28 Apr 2016 00:00:00 Z7f2953bb-56e1-443a-88fa-70ca6891e760https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/eli-lilly-s-cialis-patent-withstands-double-patenThe Federal Court of Appeal has provided guidance on the law of obviousness-type double patenting in dismissing Mylan’s appeal pertaining to Eli Lilly’s Canadian Patent.Tue, 26 Apr 2016 00:00:00 Z3e6d2272-af35-45a0-b8d3-19583a0b6e4fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/patent-owner-s-entitlement-to-permanent-injunctionIn Uponor AB v. Heatlink Group Inc. et al., 2016 FC 320 (Uponor), the Federal Court of Canada awarded a permanent injunction after a finding that the asserted patent was valid and infringed, notwithstanding that the plaintiff did not practise the claimed invention.Thu, 21 Apr 2016 00:00:00 Z351a8fc1-b4aa-4852-808c-f8f9769faec8https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/paes-and-seps-patent-enforcementIn 2015, submissions were invited on draft Intellectual Property Enforcement Guidelines. As a result of the consultation process, the Bureau has updated and finalized the IPEGs.Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:00:00 Z187dc7b4-2233-46a4-8f05-ee77868b107chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/guidelines-from-competition-bureau-pm-noc-regOn March 31, 2016, the Competition Bureau released its updated Intellectual Property Enforcement Guidelines.Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:00:00 Z6366f05b-1d1d-40f2-ae75-a59096a378cfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/approvability-of-generic-noc-satisfies-imminence-cThe Federal Court in Gilead Sciences Inc v Teva Canada Limited, 2016 FC 336 has clarified the law with respect to the imminence requirement of future patent infringement claims.Thu, 07 Apr 2016 00:00:00 Z472d43f0-d14a-4782-b6e2-588c474ebc5bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/upc-scenario-3-a-standards-case-from-the-defendanOur latest Unified Patent Court (UPC) scenario looks at a case involving a standard-essential patent. Michael Carter, Nick Cunningham and David Barron consider a defendant's options in the new court system.Fri, 01 Apr 2016 00:00:00 Za2506831-4055-4348-a11e-ca01d94e89bbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/the-final-word-on-the-claim-for-innovator-profitsGeneric pharmaceutical companies have long sought the disgorgement of innovator profits following litigation under the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations (the “Regulations”). On January 14, 2016 the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC), once again, denied leave after Apotex appealed a decision of the Court of Appeal for Ontario (OCA) which upheld Eli Lilly’s motion to strike these claims.Thu, 31 Mar 2016 00:00:00 Z473d5c1d-afb4-41fa-a45a-1ee0822ced78https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/technology-commercialization-forecast-heavy-clouLe Conference Board du Canada publie régulièrement un rapport intitulé Les performances du Canada : Bilan comparatif, lequel porte sur divers secteurs, notamment l’économie, l’environnement, l’innovation et la santé. Malheureusement, le rendement du Canada en ce qui a trait à l’innovation a reçu la cote « D » pendant plus de deux décennies et, en moyenne, a été classé au 14e rang sur les 17 pays du groupe de comparaison depuis les années 1980. Le Conference Board du Canada définit l’innovation comme suit : (i) la création de connaissances, (ii) la transformation de nouvelles connaissances en produits et services et (iii) la diffusion de nouveaux produits et services dans les marchés.Mon, 28 Mar 2016 00:00:00 Ze14f3905-82c5-4f8c-aefd-62cede2b16aahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/federal-court-deviates-from-established-tests-forIn the decision summarized below, Apotex successfully obtained a dismissal of Gilead’s application for a prohibition order in respect of Canadian Patent 2,261,619 on the basis of improper listing on the Patent Register.Tue, 22 Mar 2016 00:00:00 Z73a52988-d8e5-460f-9c8c-08f949bf9523https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/supreme-court-of-canada-to-consider-law-of-utilityThe Supreme Court of Canada has again acknowledged the need to consider the law of utility in Canada by granting Astrazeneca leave to appeal in Esomeprazole. At issue will be the validity of Canadian Patent 2,139,653 ("653 Patent”) covering Astrazeneca’s NEXIUM® product, which has previously been declared invalid by Rennie J., as confirmed by the Federal Court of Appeal (“FCA”).Fri, 11 Mar 2016 00:00:00 Z9c0e7549-9f4d-42eb-87b0-657f18f435f4https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/what-you-need-to-know-about-brand-perception-and-tBrand perception has always been important to businesses. Now that social media has become one of the primary ways people access news, brand owners must be aware of how they are perceived across the different platforms that they use to manage their identities.Fri, 11 Mar 2016 00:00:00 Z1a45a968-156f-4e2e-b298-7b0d4331b4b9https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/ceta-and-canadian-ip-law-possible-changes-aheadIn 2013, an agreement in principle was reached between Canada and the European Union - the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (“CETA”).  An official text was released on September 26, 2014, subject to legal review.  On February 29, 2016, the federal government announced that a legal review of the English text of CETA is now complete, and published the text of the final agreement.  International Trade Minister Chrystia Freeland has said she hopes the deal will be ratified later this year and come into force some time in 2017.Thu, 03 Mar 2016 00:00:00 Z8b92878f-3ad1-4607-89aa-328d22006b08https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/annual-patent-review-20152015 was a bumper year for patent decisions from the UK IP courts. Here Gordon Harris shares his comprehensive commentary of the key developments, in his annual review of the year's patent cases.Tue, 09 Feb 2016 00:00:00 Z31439126-7796-484b-a6c6-6a9b3a47b6efhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/canadian-patent-law-2015-year-in-reviewCanadian patent law: 2015 year in reviewTue, 12 Jan 2016 00:00:00 Z87a7a7ba-6cff-4de4-8b2f-cb569bd4e951https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/patent-enforcement-through-the-courts-in-canadaThe Federal Court has in-depth knowledge of the substantive and procedural aspects of patent litigation. It has exclusive jurisdiction to hear cases regarding conflicting patent applications and the impeachment of a patent.Mon, 11 Jan 2016 00:00:00 Zb8a55995-46f9-4d13-9f2a-f34f8ea4e967https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/patents-in-canadaWhat are the criteria for patentability in your jurisdiction?Mon, 11 Jan 2016 00:00:00 Zea105edc-92eb-4d95-9b02-041cb315f8cdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2016/patentability-in-canadaWhat are the criteria for patentability in your jurisdiction? In Canada, in order to be patentable an invention must be novel, useful and unobvious.Mon, 11 Jan 2016 00:00:00 Z1624d386-ee30-4182-9f81-e5006fcc9151https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2015/bc-court-of-appeal-dismisses-proposed-consumer-claOn Dec. 8, 2015, the British Columbia Court of Appeal dismissed a proposed class action by consumers against Pfizer Canada Inc. in connection with Pfizer’s now invalid patent which covered its VIAGRA® product.Tue, 01 Dec 2015 00:00:00 Zcb11bf0b-bef0-4259-becb-afc9c25774c9https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2015/company-just-received-a-cease-and-desist-part-oneThe first questions that typically come to mind in such events are: Do you have to respond to the letter, particularly if you don't know anything about the sender? What are your options for a response? And what steps should you take in formulating a response to such a letter?Tue, 01 Dec 2015 00:00:00 Z8ac0816b-dced-453c-8680-60ffbe0d44a2https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2015/company-just-received-a-cease-and-desist-part-twoPart 1 of this article summarized the steps that should be taken if your company receives a cease and desist letter that alleges patent infringement.Tue, 01 Dec 2015 00:00:00 Z92da0c16-c714-4beb-9099-f1828c08248ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2015/pharmaceutical-data-protection-in-canada-the-lateIn the recent Photocure decision the Federal Court has once again sided with Canada's Minister of Health in denying data protection for a new medicinal ingredient.Tue, 01 Dec 2015 00:00:00 Z67392e11-eaba-46fa-87f8-a4ad46a00ffahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2015/the-tpp-rights-for-patent-holders-in-canadaThe Canadian government released the official consolidated text of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement on Nov., 5, 2015. This follows the technical summary of negotiated outcomes posted on the Department of Foreign Affairs and Development Canada’s website following conclusion of the agreement.Thu, 12 Nov 2015 00:00:00 Z1ae33f3a-e348-483a-b812-313711b6aad1https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2015/canada-china-patent-prosecution-highway-program-beAs previously reported the CIPO and the SIPO entered into a PPH pilot project agreement that was scheduled to last from September 1, 2013 to August 31, 2015.Sun, 01 Nov 2015 00:00:00 Z6acc3fcf-7838-4838-b0d7-9ad513268199https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2015/federal-court-of-appeal-finds-that-pmprb-extends-tOn Nov. 6, 2015, the Federal Court of Appeal issued a rare decision relating to Canada's pricing control regime for patented medicines administered by the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board ("PMPRB").Sun, 01 Nov 2015 00:00:00 Z208fb197-b9b5-46e0-8332-0873b0ca496fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2015/federal-court-grants-leo-pharma-s-application-forOn Nov. 18, 2015, Justice Locke granted Leo Pharma’s application to prohibit the minister of health from approving Teva’s version of Leo Pharma’s patented DOVOBET® product until after expiry of Canadian Patent 2,370,565 (the “565 Patent”).Sun, 01 Nov 2015 00:00:00 Z1cc7f069-5c52-4279-9bc5-1ca94056ec3ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2015/you-and-the-unified-patent-court-survey-findingsOur IP team surveyed patent attorneys and solicitors in private practice and in-house, seeking views on the UP and UPC - Will it work? Will it change anything? And is it really necessary?Thu, 15 Oct 2015 00:00:00 Z4769e6ac-a17d-4fbf-b9d7-186606c9c5ddhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2015/the-trans-pacific-partnership-changes-for-patentsChanges may be on the horizon for Canada's legal and regulatory regime for patents and pharmaceuticals.Thu, 01 Oct 2015 00:00:00 Z09dc2e4c-8ac3-4d3a-892e-c5b37e7a0043https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2015/ontario-superior-court-refuses-to-strike-generic-sTue, 01 Sep 2015 00:00:00 Z928847cb-5813-4a32-a550-b91c1a1aa8b7https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2015/federal-court-of-appeal-comments-on-standard-of-reOn Aug. 18, 2015, the Federal Court of Appeal dismissed two appeals by ABB Technology AG, ABB Inc., and ABB AG (collectively, ABB) in the context of a patent infringementdispute against Hyundai Heavy Industries Co, Ltd (HHI) related to gas-insulated electrical switchgear assemblies used in electrical power transmission.Tue, 01 Sep 2015 00:00:00 Ze861f9d0-76f9-4fe2-8f4b-0b217e3fa9bdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/client-work/2015/federal-court-of-appeal-reinterprets-product-speciOn July 17, 2015, the Federal Court of Appeal set aside a judgment of the Federal Court that upheld Health Canada’s refusal to list Canadian Patent 2,379,329 owned by Eli Lilly Canada Inc. on the Patent Register maintained under the PM(NOC) Regulations.Fri, 17 Jul 2015 00:00:00 Z349edad2-5b3d-47b7-9609-987744276521https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2015/fca-does-not-address-trial-judge-s-finding-that-thWed, 01 Jul 2015 00:00:00 Zaa34c578-ee8b-4ab9-b7c9-f95b20071eechttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2015/federal-court-of-appeal-reinterprets-product-speciOn July 17, 2015, the Federal Court of Appeal set aside a judgment of the Federal Court that upheld Health Canada’s refusal to list Canadian Patent 2,379,329 (the ‘329 patent) owned by Eli Lilly Canada Inc. on the Patent Register maintained under the PM(NOC) Regulations.Wed, 01 Jul 2015 00:00:00 Zcbe6e35b-cb7e-4476-8575-987e45e80c08https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2015/federal-court-grants-accounting-of-profits-and-addThe Federal Court recently released a decision accounting for an infringer's profits in a pharmaceutical matter.Wed, 01 Jul 2015 00:00:00 Zf01c7f1d-8aa4-4937-a832-27ffba1c772bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2015/federal-court-grants-interlocutory-stay-in-ip-dispOn June 12, 2015, the Federal Court issued an interlocutory stay in the context of a data protection application in Horizon Pharma plc v The Minister of Health et al, 2015 FC 744.Wed, 01 Jul 2015 00:00:00 Zfe8f8652-e0b9-4693-bbac-1575834ae85bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2015/fca-imposes-could-and-would-test-to-assess-non-iLa Cour d’appel fédérale (CAF) a publié ses motifs dans le cadre de l’appel de la décision de la juge Snider en matière de dommages-intérêts concernant le médicament lovastatine. La juge Snider a accordé à Merck 119 millions de dollars, plus des intérêts, à titre de dommages-intérêts en raison de la violation par Apotex du brevet de Merck pour son produit lovastatine. La CAF a rejeté l’appel d’Apotex (copie disponible ici).Wed, 01 Jul 2015 00:00:00 Z0decafe4-fb81-4e07-83fe-0e8e7808010chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/client-work/2015/federal-court-affirms-principle-of-claim-differentNovartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc. v. Teva Canada Ltd. and Minister of Health and Novartis AG, 2015 FC 770Fri, 19 Jun 2015 00:00:00 Zf01d2d13-8619-476d-bd58-a8d43e9bc33chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2015/ip-ownership-for-r-d-companies-cautionary-tales-aIn this presentation, Selena Kim discusses how companies engaged in R&D can successfully secure title to their intellectual property.Mon, 01 Jun 2015 00:00:00 Z5a990cd2-3e4c-4d93-8921-bf9ad6eb2c00https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2015/fca-confirms-that-no-disclosure-of-factual-basis-oMon, 01 Jun 2015 00:00:00 Za0c76b26-fcd6-42aa-9876-3dcb44614178https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2015/canadian-competition-bureau-issues-draft-update-ofLe 9 juin 2015, le Bureau de la concurrence du Canada a publié la mise à jour de ses Lignes directrices sur la propriété intellectuelle (LDPI), à des fins de consultation publique (voir ici). Les LDPI décrivent comment le Bureau traite la relation entre le droit de la concurrence et les droits de propriété intellectuelle, ainsi que son approche en matière d’application de la législation quant à la conduite liée à l’exercice de droits de PI.Mon, 01 Jun 2015 00:00:00 Zddb201e2-61ac-474f-88c2-2876e4b5bc55https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2015/industry-canada-seeks-comment-on-proposed-changesOn May 2, 2015, the Governor in Council issued proposed amendments to sections 2, 3, and 4 of the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations. These amendments specifically address the eligibility of listing patent claims that may not include all medicinal ingredients referred to in the approved drug product for which listing was sought on the Patent Register.Fri, 01 May 2015 00:00:00 Z727c22b8-c0a6-4435-add3-e24b6dca00d4https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2015/cipo-revised-guidance-on-methods-of-treatmentL’Office de la propriété intellectuelle du Canada (OPIC) a récemment publié l’Avis de pratique PN 2015-01, lequel traite de l’examen de revendications d'utilisation médicale. L’Avis de pratique assouplit certaines des pratiques d’examen actuelles quant à la brevetabilité des régimes posologiques. Dans ces nouvelles directives, les éléments essentiels de la revendication qui ont trait à un dosage fixe, à un régime posologique fixe, à une sous-population de patients ou à un site d'administration particulier ne sont pas considérés comme limitant l'exercice des compétences professionnelles ou du jugement d'un médecin, un facteur important dans la détermination de la brevetabilité de l'objet de la revendication.Sun, 01 Mar 2015 00:00:00 Zef678a05-57c5-4f45-baf9-bae4fb663d74https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2015/re-examination-a-viable-alternative-in-canadaLa Cour d’appel fédérale a récemment maintenu le rejet d’un appel interjeté à l’égard d’une décision rendue par un conseil de réexamen de brevet. Ce faisant, la Cour a établi que la procédure de réexamen peut constituer une solution de rechange viable lorsqu’il est question de contester la validité d’un brevet canadien.Sun, 01 Mar 2015 00:00:00 Zd7439779-d6a1-434f-9feb-9b8521f128eahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2015/annual-patent-review-20142014 was an interesting year in the world of patents in the UK, with some important developments:Thu, 12 Feb 2015 00:00:00 Z3442adc3-2646-4317-a882-842731c4410ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2015/canadian-patent-law-2014-year-in-reviewLe présent article fournit un résumé des décisions notables et des développements de 2014 en matière de droit des brevets au Canada.Sun, 01 Feb 2015 00:00:00 Ze1feddc0-78fe-411b-b7ba-b01287ff946fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/client-work/2015/federal-court-awards-eli-lilly-106-million-in-patOn January 23, 2015, the Federal Court released its decision regarding the quantum of damages recoverable by Eli Lilly in an action relating to Apotex’s infringement of patents related to the manufacture of the antibiotic cefaclor.Fri, 23 Jan 2015 00:00:00 Z8b7e81ce-2cb5-475d-9fbb-957a1f68d5bahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-fr/insights-resources/articles/2015/federal-court-determines-minister-s-decisions-granOn Dec. 19, 2014, the Federal Court set aside a decision of the Minister of Health granting a Notice of Compliance (NOC) to Teva authorizing the sale of its product that referred to Pfizer’s Aromasin®.Thu, 01 Jan 2015 00:00:00 Zb30ead23-9582-4fd4-b44a-2c9caf52a0b3https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2015/federal-court-rejects-nia-defence-and-awards-compoLe 23 janvier 2015, la Cour fédérale a publié une décision portant sur le montant des dommages-intérêts recouvrable par Eli Lilly (« Lilly ») dans le cadre d’une action concernant la contrefaçon, par Apotex, de brevets visant la fabrication de l’antibiotique céfaclor. Lilly a obtenu des dommages-intérêts y compris ceux qu’elle réclamait en lien avec la perte de profits liés à la perte de ventes et les indemnisations d’intérêts avant jugement calculés au taux moyen correspondant au taux de profit global de Lilly, composé annuellement pour la période de 17 ans s’étant écoulée entre l’introduction de la procédure et l’adjudication définitive du montant des dommages-intérêts.Thu, 01 Jan 2015 00:00:00 Z0325f1d5-749d-4b1c-a016-470b60530535https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2014/unitary-patent-likely-to-pass-its-spanish-testIn welcome news for supporters of the Unitary Patent, Advocate General Bot has proposed that the Court of Justice should dismiss both of Spain's applications for the annulment of EU Regulations relating to the Unitary Patent package.Thu, 20 Nov 2014 00:00:00 Zfdc25965-ee97-44a0-a85a-fb9476d742b9https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2014/canada-prepares-for-hague-agreement-on-internationThe Industrial Design Act (the Design Act) is due for an update.Mon, 03 Nov 2014 00:00:00 Zbb39ebd1-0ff1-43f9-8b5c-a7d285874863https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2014/canada-prepares-for-patent-law-treatyLa Loi sur les brevets sera modifiée par le projet de loi C-43, connu sous le nom de Loi no 2 sur le plan d’action économique de 2014 et déposé à la Chambre des communes le 23 octobre 2014. Le Canada respecte ainsi son engagement d’adhérer au Traité sur le droit des brevets qui a été adopté le 1er juin 2000 à Genève et qui vise à harmoniser au niveau mondial les formalités nationales liées à l’obtention de brevets ainsi qu’à simplifier les procédures des bureaux nationaux des brevets et les mécanismes de normalisation afin d’éviter une perte involontaire des droits relatifs aux brevets à la suite d’un défaut de se conformer aux formalités et aux délais prescrits. Toutefois, les modifications entraînent des changements additionnels qui vont au-delà des obligations du Canada découlant de ce traité.Sat, 01 Nov 2014 00:00:00 Z9d74a289-af03-484b-9a0e-5564cc03f39bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2014/leaving-their-markOver the past year, Canadian Federal Courts left their juristic mark on patent law. This article highlights recent patent decisions addressing the idiosyncratic Canadian concepts of “promise of the patent,” “sound prediction,” our treatment of methods for medical treatment, and our evolving management of remedies in patent cases. Canadian patent drafting and prosecution tips are also highlighted.Mon, 29 Sep 2014 00:00:00 Z3007bff9-874c-4491-8a29-facfe8d3727dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2014/patentability-of-computer-implemented-inventionsEvery patentee must understand that each patent system has evolved a unique way in which to effectively deal with the limits of patentable subject matter.Fri, 04 Jul 2014 00:00:00 Z57667228-a3c1-4712-9a58-91ee29ec7bf7https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2014/permanent-injunction-granted-despite-patentee-notOn May 22, 2014, the Federal Court of Canada issued an injunction curtailing Janssen Inc.’s marketing of its drug ustekinumab (STELARA®) in ongoing patent litigation with AbbVie Corporation and related companies. The Court had previously found that certain claims of the patent in issue were both valid and infringed.Wed, 18 Jun 2014 00:00:00 Z4be470df-d38a-445f-8ce2-d42858020c30https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2014/experimental-testing-in-patent-actionsExperimental testing and patent infringement actions: they often go hand-in-hand. With respect to providing notice to other parties of experimental testing, the patent litigation bar has been working under a salutary, unofficial rule since at least the 1960s.Thu, 17 Apr 2014 00:00:00 Zce892c1a-9c70-421d-ac89-79670a7e953ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2014/patents-year-in-review-2013This article summarizes noteworthy Canadian patent law decisions and developments from 2013.Mon, 10 Feb 2014 00:00:00 Zd32258c0-6e41-4328-8f62-d6a3c5129d47https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2014/canadian-parliament-tables-five-ip-related-treatieLe 27 janvier 2014, le Parlement du Canada a soumis à la discussion cinq traités internationaux liés à la propriété intellectuelle.Fri, 31 Jan 2014 00:00:00 Z41b2c4dc-88f9-4c88-a05b-476bc1a5498chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2013/court-grants-largest-patent-infringement-damages-aOn July 16, 2013, the Federal Court released its decision granting the largest award of damages for patent infringement in Canadian history. In Merck & Co., Inc. v. Apotex Inc. (2013 FC 751) (“Merck”), Justice Snider found that Merck is entitled to over $119 million in damages, plus interest, for Apotex’s infringement of Merck’s patent for the anti-cholesterol drug lovastatin.Thu, 18 Jul 2013 00:00:00 Z8db8430f-d3d3-4a4c-92f6-258946126c27https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2013/everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-software-and-bFri, 15 Feb 2013 00:00:00 Z0120a6ce-b7ab-4f72-9800-0a6347a4eae9https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2013/patents-year-in-review-2012This article summarizes the most noteworthy Canadian patent law decisions of 2012.Fri, 08 Feb 2013 00:00:00 Z2152c60e-f722-4491-9111-2bbe6db0787dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2012/supreme-court-of-canada-addresses-sufficiency-of-pThe Supreme Court of Canada has unanimously overturned decisions of the Federal Court and Federal Court of Appeal, and held, in the context of proceedings under the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations [PM(NOC) Regulations], that Pfizer’s Canadian Patent No. 2,163,446 for the use of VIAGRA (sildenafil) was void.Fri, 09 Nov 2012 00:00:00 Z1246de30-7d19-4dcd-a141-3dda827e61f4https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2012/navigating-the-patent-process-four-hot-tips-for-sThu, 12 Jul 2012 00:00:00 Zd57dee08-1135-42fc-9cd9-3d7a459a3a37https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2012/punitive-damages-award-in-canada-due-to-implied-knIl est rare que les tribunaux canadiens octroient des dommages-intérêts punitifs dans le cadre de poursuites pour violation de brevet, ce qui rend la récente décision de la Cour fédérale d’octroyer des dommages-intérêts dans l’affaire Eurocopter c. Bell Helicopter 2012 CF 113 d’autant plus remarquable. En effet, les tribunaux octroient des dommages-intérêts lorsque la conduite d’une partie s’est avérée malveillante, opprimante et abusive, qu’elle choque le sens de dignité du tribunal ou déroge radicalement des normes ordinaires de comportement acceptable.Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 Zcc7283a9-f5af-471e-be5b-20d6a3f25363https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2012/amazon-com-s-canadian-one-click-patent-on-the-thTue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 Zd2278171-cc4f-46fd-828c-d6fb76e75311https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2011/business-method-patents-how-prepared-are-youTue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 Z358757f8-c42f-440b-8635-be355c915261https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2011/ramifications-of-the-amazon-appeal-decision-on-doiA typical business method patent contains claims to innovative, computer-implemented technology related to the practice, administration, or management of an enterprise, usually involving the processing of data specific to enterprise operations. Industries potentially subject to business methods can include e-commerce, advertising, loyalty and reward programs, insurance and banking and other financial services. In some countries, business method patents are recognised as important assets for small, medium and large corporations.Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 Z421a47d6-955a-4b15-9498-484630b1f81fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2011/business-method-as-essential-element-of-valid-pateOn November 24, 2011, the Canadian Federal Court of Appeal released a vital decision quashing the Commissioner of Patents' stated 'tradition' of excluding business methods from patentability.Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 Zd6c0a6bd-3b45-4d2d-8ec2-c448b405d728https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2011/top-ten-tips-for-dealing-with-business-method-pateWill Canada Become a Haven for Non-Practicing Entities to Litigate Their Claims? This list of top ten issues will canvass the law of business method patents in Canada and will consider the impact of the recent Amazon case on your business.Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 Z3ced0b97-4c23-499c-baac-2bf272a6bb76https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2011/patents-are-like-a-swiss-army-knife-know-to-use-tGrant W.C. Tisdall's presentation, "Patents are like a Swiss army knife: Know how to use them", discusses tools and strategies for patent portfolio development, including how to best leverage both the certainty and uncertainty that patents and patent applications provide and what business considerations are important in selecting which technology to patent.Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 Z81efa921-08fb-4a6a-bb4c-395edf910a7chttps://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2011/cipo-accelerated-examination-provision-green-techDans les Règles modifiant les Règles sur les brevets (DORS/2011-61), lesquelles sont entrées en vigueur le 3 mars 2011, l'OPIC a introduit des modifications touchant les articles des Règles sur les brevets qui traitent d'un processus d'examen accéléré.Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 Zad51bf0f-b572-4a11-aa34-86303bf121a1https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2011/intellectual-property-protecting-what-s-yoursThis presentation was given on February 16, 2011 at the RIC/OCETA breakfast session, "Growing Your Business - Intellectual Properly - Protecting What's Yours.”Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 Z28e9683d-e607-4f24-8b6c-2e0a7b11a924https://gowlingwlg.com/fr-FR/insights-resources/articles/2011/developments-in-canadian-patent-law-2010Over the past year, patent law in Canada has continued to evolve in significant ways. This review discusses seven key developments based on recent Canadian judgments, as well as amendments to the Federal Courts Rules and the Patent Rules.Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 Z