2018 Diversity Report

Since its invention, the television has reshaped culture, communication, and daily life, earning its title as one of the most influential creations of the modern era. Today, on World Television Day, we’re tuning in to how television has evolved through the lens of intellectual property (IP). 

The IP profession can often prove to be stressful. Long days, complex legal issues, client-based challenges, and working to strict deadlines can often take its toll on the mental health of attorneys and support staff in this environment. At Wynne-Jones IP, we recognise that which is why we’ve branded 2024 our ‘Reset Year’ where our Charity and Social Committee have turned their intention to creating a working environment that makes wellbeing easy, encouraging physical health, good nutrition and mental wellness.

The UK Supreme Court has recently issued its long-awaited judgment on the case of Sky vs SkyKick, overturning the previous decision of the Court of Appeal on the issue of bad faith in trade mark filings.

National Dog Day is a time to celebrate the loyal companions who bring joy, love, and the occasional muddy paw print into our lives. From guiding the blind to detecting drugs, dogs have proven themselves invaluable to humanity in countless ways. But did you know that our four-legged friends have also found themselves at the centre of some fascinating intellectual property (IP) battles? Today, as we honour man's best friend, let's explore a few cases where dogs have trotted into the courtroom, wagging their tails and leaving paw prints on the law.

Recognising the detrimental effects of sedentary work, Wynne-Jones are striving to reshape office culture and safeguard the health—both physical and mental—of their most invaluable asset: their people.

Intellectual property professionals from across the continent came together in Faro, Portugal last week to share knowledge, know-how and best practice at the annual AIPEX CC meeting. 

The finalists for this years’ Play Creator Awards have been announced by Mojo Nation.

 The European Patent Office (EPO) has again announced a set of fee increases on procedural fees, to be effective from 1 April 2024.