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Prior registration for BIANCA did not prevent the registration of the BIANCA AND BRIDGETT trade mark for the same goods.

The Full Federal Court has now determined that infringement cannot occur until the grant of the innovation patent.

The Court held that the High Court has limited power to hear applications for patent revocation and to revoke patents.

Linked are a great example of an Australian business that is innovating for a green future.

We have reported previously on the increasing importance of "green" technologies in the world of intellectual property. In recent years, "IP buzzwords" have included superconductors, gene patents and computer software – and society’s ever-increasing environmental awareness ensures that "greentech" is the latest vogue.

This case set a new benchmark in Australia for future patent infringement damages claims against generic manufacturers.

This decision has significant ramifications in relation to patents for computer implemented inventions.

Despite industry protests, this new act will phase out Australia's second-tier patent system, the innovation patent.

The trademark opposition was unsuccessful as the opponent failed to establish similarity between the services concerned.

Understanding the critical distinction between business names and trade marks in Australia can save your business from costly rebranding and legal complications. While a business name simply allows you to trade, a registered trade mark provides exclusive legal protection for your brand and prevents competitors from using confusingly similar names in your industry.

This case highlights the importance of detailed records throughout the ideation and development stage of your invention.

Article discusses IP and its relationship with sport and highlights the success of F45 gyms.

Discussion on the significant changes to intellectual property law to be issued by the Government

The final review report recommends changes to enhance the system and to address deficiencies in the designs legislation.

In this matter, the opposition was insufficient to prevent the registration of the AMFIT NUTRITION trade mark.

Government tables its response to Senate Gene Patents Report and previous reports into gene patenting in Australia.

It is important to continue to innovate and protect those innovations, even during times of economic difficulty.