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In what was hailed as a landmark case, the US Supreme Court released the decision in KSR International Co v Teleflex Inc in April 2007. This decision was thought to be one that could have a significant impact on patent prosecution and infringement in the U.S., particularly in relation to the number of factors to be considered with regards to obviousness.

The Deloitte case provides an opportunity to foster a more mature and responsible approach to AI adoption.

Amgen's PCSK9 antibody patents litigation has highlighted the divergent approach taken by major jurisdictions.

Considers possible alternatives which could be adopted by IP Australia in connection to COVID-19 related trade marks.

The decision shows that products made of assembled components must be carefully illustrated or run the risk of refusal.

If you are considering moving manufacturing to another market, or launching your brand in a new market, always remember to consider your trade mark early on.

Patentees need to be aware that a third party can apply for protection against exploitation by a compulsory licence.

Overview of some of the key parts of the ACCC guidelines on the repeal of s51(3) which aims to give clarity re IP rights

The patent application pertained to a navigation device to assist people to move around a crowded venue efficiently.

The world of brand protection is evolving quickly, and 2026 brings a few important changes that are worth having on your radar.

The patent dispute between Lockwood Security Products Pty Ltd and Doric Products Pty Ltd has been running since 2000 and has now been the subject of two decisions of the High Court of Australia. In the second decision handed down by the High Court in May this year, the High Court has reiterated the legal principle that a "scintilla of invention" remains sufficient in Australian law to support the validity of a patent.

The decision highlights the complexity of the extension of time and extension of term provisions in patent legislation.

The Commonwealth was not entitled to damages from a 2007 injunction, based on a patent later found to be invalid.

Recent case considered the requirements of an exclusive licence under the Patents Act 1990.

Use of elements of a competitor's trade mark on a website – trade mark use or descriptive use?

It is now possible to obtain a single European patent with unitary effect (Unitary Patent), for multiple countries.

While successful influencers have enormous global audiences, can their 'trade mark move' be protected?