Licensees have the legal right to use and exploit the licensed technology for the full duration of the agreement.
What is the primary right of a licensee in a technology transfer? Read More »
Courts appoint technically skilled assessors to help navigate complex scientific or technical issues during patent infringement litigation.
What is the role of an assessor in an infringement case? Read More »
Repeating patent infringement after a final court judgment can lead to criminal penalties, including fines and imprisonment.
When can patent infringement lead to criminal liability? Read More »
Voluntary licenses promote technology sharing while preventing anti-competitive practices that could harm trade and innovation.
What is the purpose of a voluntary license contract? Read More »
The DITTB Director resolves royalty disputes and determines fair rates in technology transfer arrangements.
Who settles disputes regarding royalty payments in technology transfers? Read More »
Licensing agreements cannot legally force licensees to purchase materials exclusively from sources specified by the licensor.
Are clauses requiring a licensee to buy from a specific source allowed? Read More »
Licensors are prohibited from fixing the resale prices of products manufactured by their licensees under a technology transfer.
Can a licensor fix the resale price of products made under a license? Read More »
Voluntary license contracts must be governed by Philippine law, with litigation venues set at the licensee’s principal office location.
What mandatory provision regarding governing law must be in a license? Read More »
When actual damages are unclear, courts may award a reasonable royalty to compensate the patent owner for infringement.
How are damages calculated if they cannot be readily ascertained? Read More »
Foreign patent holders can sue for infringement in the Philippines even if they do not conduct business locally.
Can a foreign national sue for patent infringement in the Philippines? Read More »
