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For IP and branding professionals, Aldi continues to be a focal point in the world of lookalike packaging. Recently, the Australian Federal Court found Aldi liable for infringing the copyright of the Baby Bellies “Puffs” snack range, owned by Hampden Holdings IP Pty Ltd (Bellies). Principal, Emma Mitchell and Lawyer, Ila Lohning discuss this landmark decision: https://buff.ly/4gqadRj #intellectualproperty #copyright

We are pleased to be recognised in the Chambers and Partners Asia-Pacific Guide 2025, with inclusions in the firm and individual rankings. Griffith Hack was recognised as a Band 3 firm for Intellectual Property. Practice Group Leader for our Law & Trade Marks group, Kellie Stonier, was individually ranked for Intellectual Property: Trade Mark & Copyright whilst Principal, Derek Baigent was recognised for Intellectual Property: Patents. Congratulations to Kellie, Derek and everyone at Griffith Hack for their hard work and dedication to client service. Find out more: https://buff.ly/3OXswB8 #intellectualproperty #patents #trademarks

The recent Katy Perry trademark case in Australia has sparked plenty of interest in the intersection of celebrity branding and intellectual property law. In this fascinating legal showdown, pop star Katy Perry recently won an appeal in a trade mark case against Australian fashion designer Katie Taylor, who sells under the name "Katie Perry". The decision overturned a previous ruling that had favoured Taylor. Shannon Fati and Ellen Baker take a deep dive into the appeal and the lessons we can take away for businesses big and small: https://buff.ly/4grjUi7 #intellectualproperty #trademarks

From all the team at Griffith Hack, we wish you and your family a safe and relaxing festive season and a prosperous 2025. Our offices will be closed for the festive season from close of business Friday 20 December 2024, reopening on Monday 6 January 2025. If you need urgent assistance during this time our Essential Services Team will be available to help you at: services@griffithhack.com We look forward to working with you in 2025!

Attending the recent AIPPI (International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property) World Congress in China, gave our Managing Director, Aaron LePoidevin, a unique vantage point for examining the trends and challenges in global innovation, highlighted by World Intellectual Property Organization – WIPO’s recent release of the Global Innovation Index (GII). In this article, he shares his viewpoint: https://buff.ly/3VsqH2L #intellectualproperty #patents

Our second gift of innovation is brought to you by Griffith Hack, featuring the groundbreaking cancer drug Momelotinib. The inventors behind this innovation were recently awarded the Prime Minister’s Prize for Innovation for their work developing the drug, which treats a rare form of bone marrow cancer. Griffith Hack was closely involved with the original patenting of this technology.  You can find out more about Momelotonib on the Griffith Hack website.  https://lnkd.in/gDheUU2X

The time between lodging a patent application and obtaining grant can vary significantly depending on the nature of the technology, the countries/regions where the application is filed and the time spent in active prosecution. In our last article of this four part series, Drs Leon Wong and Toby Thompson, discuss steps that applicants can take to slow down prosecution in New Zealand so that a patent is not granted straight away. Read the article: https://buff.ly/41j7R26 #intellectualproperty #patents

Yesterday, Griffith Hack had the pleasure of hosting IP Insiders' Christmas Networking Drinks in Melbourne, bringing together a brilliant group of IP professionals to celebrate the year that was and look ahead to 2025. 🎄✨ The evening was filled with lively discussions, valuable connections and meeting new faces in the IP community. Thank you to everyone who joined us—it’s always a privilege to connect with such passionate and innovative minds. Here’s to a bright and successful year ahead for everyone in the IP community! #IPInsiders #innovation #intellectualproperty

𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 The United Kingdom Supreme Court has granted Emotional Perception AI Ltd permission to appeal against a decision of the England and Wales Court of Appeal that its patent application was excluded from patentability under the UK Patents Act 1977. Special Counsel from our EICT team, Anthony Selleck, discusses the implications of the decision: https://buff.ly/3ZpO4N1 #intellectualproperty #patents #AI

The 2024 International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property (AIPPI) World Congress was held in Hangzhou China. This was the first time the conference was held in China highlighting the country’s growing role in global innovation. Griffith Hack Managing Director, Aaron LePoidevin was in attendance and provides his insights on the Congress: https://buff.ly/3B3GCh7 #intellectualproperty #AIPPIWorldCongress #patents