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Design decision on ‘Sole technical function’ packs a punch – The CJEU breaks down the technical design exclusion in Papierfabriek ruling

29/04/2024

SummaryIn a case which has been recognised as among the most impactful European design cases of the past year, the Court of Justice of the European Union (“CJEU”) has clarified the principles of ‘sole technical function’ invalidity for registered designs...

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Portrait ofKaisa Patsalides
Kaisa Patsalides
Senior Associate
London
Portrait ofKara Tompsett
Kara Tompsett
Senior Associate
London