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In Proving Foresight May Be Vain: Federal Court Vacates Bifurcation Order Just a Few Months After Granting It

In Proving Foresight May Be Vain: Federal Court Vacates Bifurcation Order Just a Few Months After Granting It

Originating back in 2006, the litigation between Pfizer and Apotex over Pfizer’s blockbuster drug, Lipitor, has been long and arduous. With many twists and turns in these proceedings, Pfizer's most recent motion to amend its statement of defence and counterclaim led to yet another surprising result. The motion brought by Pfizer is part of the proceedings commenced by Apotex […]

Canada’s Top Court Gives Canadians Something to Get Excited About, Generic Viagra!

Canada’s Top Court Gives Canadians Something to Get Excited About, Generic Viagra!

On November 8, 2012 the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) released its eagerly anticipated decision in the “Viagra Appeal”. In a unanimous decision written by Justice LeBel, the SCC found the patent at issue invalid for insufficient disclosure. This decision marks the end of a lengthy legal battle between Teva and Pfizer over the validity […]