Patents: Registration, Infringement, and Enforcement

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Importance of Jurisdiction-by-Jurisdiction Patent Protection

Registering a patent in every country where your business operates is crucial to prevent legal issues and ensure comprehensive protection. Different jurisdictions have unique patent laws, and securing a patent in each relevant country prevents unauthorized use and protects your business interests globally.

Understanding Patent Infringement and Enforcement

Patent infringement occurs when an unauthorized party uses, produces, or sells a patented invention. Infringement can lead to legal disputes, financial losses, and reputational damage for the patent holder. To combat this, patent holders should monitor for infringement, take legal action against violators, and collaborate with patent attorneys to navigate enforcement across different jurisdictions. Effective enforcement protects your innovation and ensures its commercial viability.

Common Scenarios

Outsourcing and Manufacturing

Outsourcing the manufacturing of products to a foreign company based on your own design and IP.

Foreign Direct Investment

Investment in, setting up, managing, and closing business entities in foreign markets, including subsidiaries, partnerships, or joint ventures. Someone abroad registered your trademark and wants to sell it to you for your eCommerce.

IP Licensing and Technology Transfer

Licensing intellectual property and transferring technology to foreign partners.

eCommerce

Online sales or purchases across borders on eCommerce platforms or your own online shops.

Explore Legal Solutions by Country

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Philippines

  • The Philippines adopts a first-to-file system.
  • Patent protection is essential for maintaining competitive advantage.
  • Legal remedies are available for infringement.
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Hong Kong

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Brazil

  • Brazil follows a first-to-file patent system.
  • Patent protection is valid for 20 years from the filing date.
  • Legal frameworks support strong enforcement against infringement.
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India

  • India has a first-to-file patent system.
  • Patent protection is valid for 20 years from the filing date.
  • Enforcement includes civil litigation and patent infringement actions.
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Vietnam

  • Vietnam uses a first-to-file patent system.
  • Patent protection is crucial for defending your inventions.
  • Enforcement includes administrative and legal actions.
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China

  • China follows a first-to-file patent system.
  • Patent registration is essential to protect your inventions from unauthorized use.
  • Enforcement mechanisms include administrative, civil, and criminal actions.

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Indonesia

  • Indonesia follows a first-to-file patent system.
  • Patent protection is crucial for safeguarding your inventions.
  • Enforcement mechanisms include administrative and legal actions.
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Malaysia

  • Malaysia follows a first-to-file system.
  • Patent protection is critical for preventing unauthorized use.
  • Enforcement includes civil and administrative actions.
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Thailand

  • Thailand follows a first-to-file system for patent registration.
  • Patent protection helps secure your inventions.
  • Enforcement includes civil litigation and administrative actions.

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