In April 2014, the Japanese Diet passed a bill into law that aims to bring the Japanese IP system into line with other jurisdictions. The new system will come into force at an as-yet unknown time in 2015. Continue reading
Companies alleging IP infringements often don't have a leg to stand on
Sending a warning letter can sometimes be an effective means of asserting your rights. But if that letter is based on non-existent intellectual property rights, sending it may, in certain circumstances, be illegal. Continue reading