Why would litigation be necessary to protect my IP?
Intellectual property rights are valuable because your intellectual property— be it a patent, trade mark, design, reputational rights, trade secret, confidential information or copyright—is worth protecting and defending. Your intellectual property is often a contributing factor to your marketplace advantage and share.Even if you take steps to protect your IP (whether by registration or written agreements), disputes are likely to arise at some stage. If these disputes escalate, litigation may be necessary.
Only by enforcing your intellectual property rights can you preserve the value that resides in your IP from erosion by an infringer. Similarly, a well-structured defence against IP infringement claims made by another party will minimise any disruption, cost and damage to your business.
How can Actuate IP assist?
IP disputes can be complex, costly and damaging. Actuate IP’s lawyers have extensive experience in the robust management of a broad range of IP litigation cases including patents, trade marks, designs, copyright, misleading and deceptive conduct, passing off and related commercial disputes.Our team has successfully represented clients in a variety of forums including the Federal Magistrates Court and the Federal Court. Our litigation team is also involved in patent, trade mark and design oppositions conducted at the hearings office at IP Australia. Our approach is designed to protect both your reputation and your market share by tailoring a strategy to your needs and the needs of your business.
Contact Actuate IP to learn more.