Materials/Chemical — European UPC Patent Cases
4 decisions indexed
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Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. v.Zapp AG; Zapp Precision Metals GmbH
In this UPC infringement case, the claimant sought to enforce EP 3 805 415 against Zapp AG and Zapp Precision Metals GmbH for offering and distributing metal plates. The defendants requested an extension of time to file their defense due to ongoing laboratory analysis of material samples. The Local Division granted a one-week extension, recognizing the need for thorough preparation, but denied requests for further delays, setting clear boundaries on procedural flexibility.
Heraeus Electronics GmbH & Co. KG v.Vibrantz GmbH
This procedural order addresses complex issues within a UPC infringement and revocation counterclaim case involving Heraeus and Vibrantz regarding EP 3 215 288. The court corrected previous orders concerning party substitution in the revocation proceedings. Crucially, the court deferred a decision on an application to bar the action based on prior national decisions until after the main hearing, prioritizing the smooth conduct of the overall trial.
Heraeus Electronics GmbH & Co. KG v.Vibrantz GmbH
This procedural order in a UPC infringement case involving Heraeus Electronics and Vibrantz addresses complex requests for expanding the scope of claims, particularly concerning Romania's accession to the UPC. The court proposed a unified approach to allow all parties' amendments to proceed, thereby streamlining the litigation process. This decision highlights the Court's focus on procedural fairness and efficiency when dealing with evolving jurisdictional scopes.
Heraeus Electronics GmbH & Co. KG v.Vibrantz GmbH
This procedural order in the UPC case between Heraeus Electronics and Vibrantz addresses multiple complex applications concerning claim expansion, particularly regarding patent infringement claims in Romania. The Court proposed a unified approach to manage these expansions efficiently, aiming to prevent divergent decisions across different jurisdictions (Germany, France, Italy). By agreeing to this framework, both parties can proceed with their respective claims while adhering to the UPC's principles of procedural economy.
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