2020 Company News

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Croatia Drafts New Copyright Act
May 2020 —
The new draft Croatian Copyright and Related Rights Act was up for public discussion from April 17 to May 17, 2020 via the Croatian government public consultation portal “e-Savjetovanja” (“e-Consultations”).
Russia Introduces Mandatory Drug Labeling
May 2020 —
Starting from July 1, 2020, all pharmaceutical products for medical use in Russia will have to be labelled in accordance with the federal information system for monitoring the circulation of pharmaceutical products.
Romania: New Trademark Law Brings Important Changes
Aug 2020 —
A new trademark law entered into force in Romania on July 13, 2020. It transposes into national legislation Directive (EU) 2015/2436 of the European Parliament and of the Council of December 16, 2015 to approximate the laws of the EU member states relating to trademarks.
Poland Introduces Specialized IP Courts, New Types of Court Actions
Jul 2020 —
A new Act amending the Civil Procedure Code and other relevant acts entered into force in Poland on July 1, 2020 introducing specialized IP courts as well as new types of IP-related court actions.
How to Register a Trademark in Russia – a Quick Guide
Jul 2020 —
Although Russia has gone through numerous political crises throughout its history, it still remains a desired market for many. Indeed, post-Soviet times have forged several generations of avid consumers who make the Russian market appear as deep and fertile as a Siberian oil well.