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Security for legal costs in patent invalidity cross-claims
This article examines the application of section 232 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) in 50/50 or equal ownership disputes. The WA Supreme Court has found that oppressive conduct can still be asserted in equal ownership situations.
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Patent infringement lawyer
This article explores the complexities of patent infringement in Australia. Learn more about the patent layout, essential integers, and remedies available to protect your intellectual property.
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Patent revocation due to lack of novelty
One of the often cited requirements for a patent to be granted, is that the invention as claimed must be ‘novel’ in light of the information of the day (referred to as the prior art and the common general knowledge) (section 18(1)(b)(i) of the Patents Act 1990 (Cth) (Patents Act)). Put simply, if its been…
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Patents and the threshold for registration
Learn about the different types of patents available in Australia, their requirements for patentability, and how to protect your invention with this article. Discover what can and cannot be patented, and the legal implications of obtaining a patent. Get the facts you need to know about patents in Australia.
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Interlocutory injunctions in patent dispute cases
Australian Intelligence Community (AIC) Commissioner Falk determined in Uber investigation how the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) will assess if entities have an Australian Link to be legally bound by the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
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Contesting patent ownership between joint inventors
This article provides an overview of the conditions for patent grant, joint inventorship tests, and standard of proof for disputes in relation to contested patent ownership in Australia.
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Be cautious when alleging patent infringement
The Court weighed in on the issue of unjust threats of patent infringement and the damages that may be payable. Learn more about the importance of proving direct causation between the threat and the loss, and the implications for patent holders and infringers alike.
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Patents, grace periods and revocation explained
Disclosure of an invention prior to applying for a patent can have serious implications. Learn more from Dundas Lawyers to understand the important considerations, including the twelve (12) month grace period and its effect on revocation.
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A guide to intellectual property
This article provides an overview of the grounds of invalidity available for revoking a patent, including lack of novelty, inventive/innovative step, usefulness, secret use, manner of manufacture, fraud, false suggestion/misrepresentation, sufficiency, fair basis, and best method.

