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Kazakhstan Amends Several IP Laws, Introduces GI Protection
Jul 2022 —
On June 20, 2022, Kazakhstan adopted a set of amendments to several intellectual property laws introducing significant changes in the IP field, including the introduction of GI protection. The amendments will enter into force on August 21, 2022.
Uzbekistan Introduces Monetary Fines for IPR Infringement
Mar 2022 —
On February 3, 2022, Uzbekistan adopted amendments to the Law on Trademarks, Service Marks and Appellations of Origin; the Law on Company Names; and the Law on Inventions, Utility Models and Industrial Designs.
Hungary Amends Patent Act
Feb 2022 —
Amendments to the Hungarian Patent Act entered into force on January 1, 2022, introducing changes regarding the Bolar exemption and affecting the bifurcation system and the grant of preliminary injunctions.
Montenegro Ratifies EPC, Amends Patent and Copyright Laws
Feb 2022 —
On December 29, 2021, Montenegro adopted the Law on Ratification of the Convention on the Grant of European Patents, commonly known as the European Patent Convention (EPC), as well as amendments to the Patent Law and the Law on Copyright and Related Rights.
Serbian Court Issues Interesting Decision in UGG Boots Case
Nov 2021 —
PETOŠEVIĆ Serbia recently represented Serbian footwear retailer Obuća Metro in a lawsuit filed against them by the U.S. footwear distributor Deckers Outdoor Corporation, the owner of the UGG brand.