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9th Aug 2018

New Zealand’s second-tier “Advancement” patent fails to make it to first base

In recent weeks, we’ve been following progress on New Zealand’s proposed second-tier “Advancement” patent with interest. As we moved from first, to second and then third updates, optimism that...

In recent weeks, we’ve been following progress on New Zealand’s proposed second-tier “Advancement” patent with interest. As we moved...

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1st Aug 2018

A week is a long time in patent law – Australia and New Zealand both move on second-tier patent systems

As reverse manifestations go, this one was pretty good. Within a week of our previous article, which effectively said progress toward New Zealand’s proposed second-tier Advancement patent had stalled,...

As reverse manifestations go, this one was pretty good. Within a week of our previous article, which effectively said...

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30th Jul 2018

The art and science of understanding patent documents – 3 tips for inventors

It is very common for patent examiners to cite patent documents as prior art to support novelty and inventive step objections. However, the information in patent literature is different...

It is very common for patent examiners to cite patent documents as prior art to support novelty and inventive...

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25th Jul 2018

The use of IP in innovation and complementary intellectual asset advisory services

In a recent article, we outlined the role of IP in the innovation process. In particular, we noted that the innovation process can be conveniently described as having 4...

In a recent article, we outlined the role of IP in the innovation process. In particular, we noted that...

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19th Jul 2018

Spruson & Ferguson welcomes our expanded Australian team

Spruson & Ferguson welcomes its expanded Australian team and is pleased to now offer direct services from an additional primary office in Brisbane. As previously announced, Spruson & Ferguson...

Spruson & Ferguson welcomes its expanded Australian team and is pleased to now offer direct services from an additional...

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18th Jul 2018

New Zealand’s proposed second-tier “Advancement” patent yet to advance

As seasoned patent scribes, who have between us covered almost everything of significance coming out of New Zealand over the past 15 years, the manner in which a recent...

As seasoned patent scribes, who have between us covered almost everything of significance coming out of New Zealand over...

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16th Jul 2018

Cullens is now Spruson & Ferguson

Cullens has merged with Australian IP firm Fisher Adams Kelly Callinans and Asia-Pacific IP firm Spruson & Ferguson to form one combined firm operating as Spruson & Ferguson.

Cullens has merged with Australian IP firm Fisher Adams Kelly Callinans and Asia-Pacific IP firm Spruson & Ferguson to...

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16th Jul 2018

Fisher Adams Kelly Callinans is now Spruson & Ferguson

Fisher Adams Kelly Callinans (FAKC) has merged with Australian IP firm Cullens and Asia-Pacific IP firm Spruson & Ferguson to form one combined firm operating as Spruson & Ferguson.

Fisher Adams Kelly Callinans (FAKC) has merged with Australian IP firm Cullens and Asia-Pacific IP firm Spruson & Ferguson...

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27th Jun 2018

IP and commercial considerations prior to and during the R&D stage of innovation

In a previous article, we outlined the various stages of innovation – from conception of an innovative idea, through the research and development (R&D) stage, followed by commercialisation, and...

In a previous article, we outlined the various stages of innovation – from conception of an innovative idea, through...

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22nd Jun 2018

First interlocutory injunction granted in Australia restraining the threatened launch of a biosimilar

On 12 June 2018, Justice Burley of the Federal Court of Australia granted the first interlocutory injunction to restrain the threatened launch of a biosimilar pharmaceutical product in Australia,...

On 12 June 2018, Justice Burley of the Federal Court of Australia granted the first interlocutory injunction to restrain...

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7th Jun 2018

The role of IP in innovation

Innovation is generally understood as the process of bringing valuable new products (and services) to market, and has been highlighted as one of the key factors that determines the...

Innovation is generally understood as the process of bringing valuable new products (and services) to market, and has been...

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30th May 2018

Mark Horsburgh recognised by LESI for services and leadership

Spruson & Ferguson Principal Mark Horsburgh has been recognised by the Licensing Executives Society (LES) for service and leadership to LES International (LESI). Mark received the award during the...

Spruson & Ferguson Principal Mark Horsburgh has been recognised by the Licensing Executives Society (LES) for service and leadership...

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