Solving IP disputes through ADR and mediation

Summary:

The latest edition of Alicante News, October 2023, focuses on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and mediation as a means of resolving disputes concerning intellectual property (IP) rights. The newsletter highlights the benefits of ADR and mediation, including speed and efficiency, for users of the IP system and society at large.

Within the ADR section, readers are presented with an overview of how mediation and ADR can be used to resolve IP disputes, rather than resorting to court action. This approach is seen as a valuable alternative, enabling parties to find a mutually acceptable solution in a more prompt and cost-effective manner.

In addition to the ADR feature, the newsletter also covers relevant case law, including a review of the Ferrari Testarossa case, which provides insights into the jurisprudence of the Boards of Appeal at the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) and the courts in Luxembourg.

Furthermore, the edition includes information on the upcoming webinars of the Academy on design registration, providing users with insight into the registration process and opportunities for knowledge sharing and professional development.

The Alicante News newsletter generally provides comprehensive coverage of trade mark and design law and administration, as well as news and debate on wider issues of intellectual property development globally. The monthly articles on current EUIPO practice and case law section, which presents a monthly run-down of cases brought before the Boards of Appeal and the courts in Luxembourg, are also valuable resources for readers seeking to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field.

Overall, the latest edition of Alicante News offers a wealth of information and insights on ADR and mediation in IP disputes, as well as relevant case law and upcoming events, making it an essential read for those involved in trade mark and design law and administration.