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A go to source of information in cross border patent issues and disputes. Each chapter has the same basic structure covering core areas of law as it is applied in each jurisdiction. Each Q&A covers essential issues to consider in the event of patent disputes and litigation, such as sources of law and regulation relating to patents and patent litigation; court system; substantive law matters. Covers how patent infringement is assessed, available defences, and grounds for invalidation of a patent. Also covers parties to litigation, enforcement options competition and anti-trust issues arising in patent ligation. Follows on with procedures in civil courts, preliminary relief, final remedies, appeal procedure, litigation costs and proposals for reform.
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