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.
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The DITTB Director resolves royalty disputes and determines fair rates in technology transfer arrangements.
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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 »
Licensors are legally required to bear the burden of Philippine taxes for all payments received from technology transfer arrangements.
Who is responsible for paying Philippine taxes on technology transfer payments? Read More »
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 »
When a court finds a patent invalid, it must cancel it and record the fact in the official register.
What happens if a court finds a patent to be invalid? Read More »
