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Wrap-up of the most notable patent decisions in Australia and New Zealand delivered during 2019.

A divisional patent application is filed to divide a patent application into two or more patent applications.

This article reviews the scope, terms, conditions and regulatory rationale of data exclusivity and market exclusivity under these revisions, and assesses their practical impact on pharmaceutical R&D and registration strategies.

Given uncertainty regarding a proposed objects clause in the Patents Act, the draft legislation will be keenly examined.

Failure to conduct a proper trademark clearance search may lead to a brand that infringes the rights of another trader.

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

In a judgement made on 6 July 2007 by Judge Murphy in the County Court of Victoria, the standard imposed on a licensee by a "best efforts" obligation in the context of getting an early stage product to market was examined.

Patentees in Australia and New Zealand need to be careful in how they mark their products, if they choose to do so.

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

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

Comparison between judicial provisions and administrative measures. There is no significant difference between the 2 paths.

Pactitioners must adapt to process changes within IP systems, as well as be mindful of the implications of tech on their practices.

South Korea has decided to join the CPTPP - what does this all mean in practice?

Outlined in this article are a variety of important aspects to consider after filing a provisional patent application.

The interlocutory injunction restrained competitors from marketing, promoting or supplying their own range of products.

This US decision highlights the value of securing registered design rights for the ornamental appearance of a product.

The APO released and invited public consultation on its proposed revision of examination practice in view of the ruling.