AUSTRALIA
Wait times to patent examination and how to influence them
In Australia, the time between requesting examination of a patent application and receipt of an Examination Report (ER) can take longer than the 12-month period targeted by IP Australia,...
In Australia, the time between requesting examination of a patent application and receipt of an Examination Report (ER) can...
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AUSTRALIA
Trade Mark Classification of Virtual Goods and NFTs in Australia
Following on from our recent article regarding NFTs, the complicated relationship with real-world products, and trade marks office practices, on 10 August 2023, IP Australia released new guidance on...
Following on from our recent article regarding NFTs, the complicated relationship with real-world products, and trade marks office practices,...
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No pay day for Commonwealth in Sanofi pharmaceutical damages claim
Background In the keenly awaited judgment in Commonwealth of Australia v Sanofi (formerly Sanofi-Aventis)  FCAFC 97, the Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia has upheld the trial judge’s decision that...
Background In the keenly awaited judgment in Commonwealth of Australia v Sanofi (formerly Sanofi-Aventis)  FCAFC 97, the Full Court of the Federal...
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To boil, or not to boil, that is the (infringement) question
A recent decision (Calix Limited v Grenof Pty Ltd) from the Federal Court of Australia provides a cautionary tale to patent applicants and patent attorneys regarding the complexities in...
A recent decision (Calix Limited v Grenof Pty Ltd) from the Federal Court of Australia provides a cautionary tale...
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Spruson & Ferguson expands Melbourne team with new appointments
Spruson & Ferguson is pleased to welcome three new practitioners to the firm’s Melbourne office: Michelle Blythe, Jarrod Lichtblau, and Willem du Preez. Michelle and Jarrod have joined the team...
Spruson & Ferguson is pleased to welcome three new practitioners to the firm’s Melbourne office: Michelle Blythe, Jarrod Lichtblau,...
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AUSTRALIA
Important changes to management of Australian divisional patent applications
What is a divisional patent application? A divisional patent application may be filed to divide a patent application into two or more patent applications from a "parent" application. The divisional...
What is a divisional patent application? A divisional patent application may be filed to divide a patent application into two...
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AUSTRALIA
Spruson & Ferguson recognised in WTR 1000 2023
Spruson & Ferguson are pleased to once again be included in the WTR 1000 2023, with five jurisdiction listings and 10 recommended individuals featured. Spruson & Ferguson has been ranked...
Spruson & Ferguson are pleased to once again be included in the WTR 1000 2023, with five jurisdiction listings...
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AUSTRALIA
Dr Mike Zammit appointed leader of Chemical/Life Sciences team in Australia
Spruson & Ferguson is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Mike Zammit as its new Chemical/Life Sciences Practice Group Leader in Australia. Mike joined Spruson & Ferguson in October...
Spruson & Ferguson is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Mike Zammit as its new Chemical/Life Sciences Practice...
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