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Will Ultramercial Patent Set Up an Ultra Supreme Court Appeal?

Will Ultramercial Patent Set Up an Ultra Supreme Court Appeal?

In late June, the Federal Circuit again decided Ultramercial v Hulu - a case brought by Ultramercial claiming infringement of their patent for serving online media preceded by advertising. Ultramercial's patent has been widely criticized by many commentators who view the patent as one describing an abstract concept, and believe the decision is destined for a Supreme Court appeal.

The UK Intellectual Property Office on the Impact of Lookalikes

The UK Intellectual Property Office on the Impact of Lookalikes

On May 31st, 2013 the UK Intellectual Property Office (“IPO”) released a report on its research into the “Impact of Lookalikes: Similar Packaging and Fast-Moving Consumer Goods”. The issue of lookalikes is a politically “hot” one in both the UK and the EU, as there is pressure from brand owners who seek more effective protection […]