Richard Wilson, Author at Appleyard Lees

Articles Aug202024

G1/24 referral to the Enlarged Board of Appeal (EBOA) – will the EBOA resolve the burning issue of claim interpretation?

Senior Associate, Edward Rainsford, discusses a referral brought to the Enlarged Board of Appeal. The Enlarged Board of Appeal has been presented with several questions about the extent to which the description and figures should be consulted when interpreting the claims of a patent application. The upcoming decision could clarify claim interpretation in future cases.

Trainee blogs Aug152024

From space tech enthusiast to IP law trainee: how I combined my interest in space technology, and a degree in physics, with a legal career

Written by trainees for trainees.
Trainee Patent Attorney, Jordan Tinkler, reveals how he turned his passion for space technology into a dynamic law career, using his physics degree to fuel his exciting journey into the world of patents and innovation.

Trainee blogs Aug082024

Celebrating success: reflecting on the 2024 EQE exam results

Written by trainees for trainees.
In this blog, now qualified European Patent Attorney, Emily Bevan-Smith, talks us through the much-anticipated moment she received her EQE results.

Articles Aug062024

Clinical trials: what you can and cannot do – exemptions to patent infringement in the UK

Clinical trials in the UK are governed by what can at times appear like, a complex arrangement of provisions and exemptions. In this article, we summarise these provisions and provide a guide on how to ensure that intellectual property rights are not infringed in the process of carrying out a clinical trial.

Trainee blogs Aug022024

From engineering to trade marks: a journey into intellectual property law

Written by trainees for trainees.
From an engineering focus in academia, to a fulfilling career in intellectual property (IP) law - In this blog, Amardeep provides valuable insights into his career journey into IP law so far.

Articles Jul302024

Malaria: new vaccines hailed as a breakthrough in the fight against the disease

In this article, Appleyard Lees', Senior Associate and Patent Attorney, Sarah Gibbs, explores how the launch of two recently developed malaria vaccines, RTS,S and R21, marks a critical milestone in combating malaria. Sarah explores how integrating these vaccines with existing control measures in Africa sets out a promising path towards near-eradication of malaria.

Articles Jul232024

Sanofi and Regeneron vs Amgen – UPC’s first revocation decision

The first revocation decision from the Unified Patent Court (UPC) has seen a win for Sanofi and Regeneron in a dispute with Amgen over cholesterol lowering drugs.

Podcasts Jul182024

The Greenshoots Podcast by Appleyard Lees – commercialising innovation: five golden rules for licensors and licensees when licensing IP

In this episode, Amritjot Jethwa, Head of Commercial IP Contracts, is joined by Chris Hoole, Partner, in providing a quick-fire summary of 5 important factors to consider as a Licensor and as a Licensee when licensing technology, creating the building blocks for the successful commercialisation of IP.

Trainee blogs Jul192024

Five top tips from a trainee attorney: mastering a presentation

Written by trainees for trainees.
Appleyard Lees’ trainee patent attorney, Holly Redman, shares her experiences and learnings from presenting on equality, diversity, and inclusion, as a keynote speaker at an event titled: ‘Help! How do I start a conversation about ED&I?’, organised by IP Inclusive.

Articles Jul102024

Innovation focus: innovative ideas to support people living with Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease

In this article, we explore and discuss emerging technological innovations designed to enhance care for individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Appleyard Lees supports organisations that create or enable innovation that makes life better and is proud to be supporting the UK's leading dementia charity, Alzheimer’s Society. Alzheimer’s Society are an organisation striving to eliminate the devastating impact of dementia worldwide, as our charity of the year.

Trainee blogs Jun212024

Staying on top of European caselaw

Written by trainees for trainees.
Many intellectual property articles relating to European patent law cover specific “cases” and “decisions” from the European Patent Office (EPO) such as “T 1473/19”. Some instead cover broader trends in areas of “caselaw” such as “Patentability of second medical use claims at the EPO”. This article aims to provide a helpful understanding of the wider system from which these new interpretations of law emerge.