1 February 2024FeaturesUnified Patent CourtThomas Prock and Mike Gilbert
UPC trends to watch out for
The long-awaited establishment of the Unified Patent Court (UPC) stands as a pivotal moment for patent litigation across Europe. Since becoming a reality last year, the anticipation surrounding its potential impact on businesses, innovation, and legal strategies has evolved into analysis and advice around how best to navigate the new system.
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