Tech Transfer & Licensing
Enforcing Foreign Judgments in China: A Practical Guide for International Brand Owners
I recently handled a query from the legal department of a UK-based company, a situation that highlights a frequent procedural difficulty in the enforcement of international judgments. The UK company had successfully sued a Chinese company’s UK subsidiary and its Chinese parent entity in a UK court and obtained a favorable judgment. The current challenge […]
The Sub-Licensing Challenge in China: An Important Case Study Highlighting Risks in Foreign Brand Licensing
A recent decision by the Shanghai Intellectual Property Court offers a vital lesson for international brand owners and their Chinese partners. The court overturned a lower court ruling in a trademark licensing dispute (referred to here as the Brand A Case), dismissing the plaintiff claims entirely. This case, centered on a sub-licensing arrangement involving a […]
A Quick Dive into How China Timestamp Forensics Serves as a Guardian of IP Rights
For foreign companies aiming to safeguard their intellectual property in China, collecting reliable evidence can feel like a daunting task—especially when violations happen away from public attention. Traditionally, notarization has been the preferred method, but it often requires significant time and financial resources. Now, a groundbreaking court ruling has approved a new, efficient alternative: Trusted […]
Evidence Collection Strategies in Chinese Patent Infringement Litigation: Navigating the “Evidence Is King” Principle
In China’s judicial system, the fundamental principle of adjudication based on facts and law places evidence at the highest level of importance, often referred to as the “king of legal proceedings.” Unlike the United States, where pretrial discovery is common, China’s legal system requires plaintiffs to bear the burden of proof under the rule that […]