Pharma
6 August 2026 A Netherlands court ruling marks the latest win as Novo Nordisk ramps up efforts to protect semaglutide from unapproved products, copycats and an increasingly competitive market.
29 July 2026
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17 July 2026 Blockbuster acquisitions are back, impacting the pharma industry at record pace. As billions flow into breakthrough science, LSIPR’s series explores what’s driving the surge, how today’s deals are done, and where IP comes into the picture.
15 July 2026 French drugmaker's Translate Bio unit accuses COVID rivals of infringing core lipid nanoparticle and mRNA purification patents, seeking damages from vaccines worth billions.
14 July 2026 An enhanced agreement between the two countries cements existing protections for pharma innovators and is being hailed by the industry as a boost for investment and research.
9 July 2026 Separate lawsuits target Indian and Taiwanese pharma companies as Exelixis seeks to keep rival cabozantinib products off the US market until key patents expire.
7 July 2026 Leading women from the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors are among the more than 100 professionals recognised in a newly released Influential Women in IP 2026 list, which celebrates leadership, expertise and innovation.
2 July 2026 A federal court has ruled in a dispute between a clinical trial technology company and a psychedelic drug developer over allegations of trade secret misuse during a bidding process.
2 July 2026 The firm has appointed two new partners in Basel and Bristol, adding decades of expertise from the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors to its growing life sciences practice.
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Pharma
Canada has firmly slammed the door on patenting methods of medical treatment—but the battle over what counts as a "medical method" is only just beginning. Scott MacKendrick of ROBIC examines a landmark decision that leaves the door ajar for future litigation over complex drug-dosing regimens.
Asia
The clash between one of India’s largest B2B marketplaces and the country’s drugs regulator challenges the “passive” position of such platforms with regards to allegedly unlawful pharmaceutical listings, says Aarti Aggarwal of Remfry & Sagar.
Europe
A number of ongoing legislative processes are likely to significantly impact the life sciences industry this year, writes Jackie Mulryne of Morgan Lewis.
Europe
The High Court’s ruling clarifies aspects of the SPC waiver but leaves unresolved questions relating to export-country rights and confidentiality, say Claire Phipps-Jones and Luke Norton of Bristows.
Americas
Companies that integrate data rights into their IP strategy with a holistic approach will lead in innovation while minimising risk, says Terri Shieh-Newton of Mintz.
Europe
With EU trilogues deadlocked over the package, the future of drug exclusivities and access-linked obligations hangs in the balance. Jackie Mulryne and Paul Ranson of Morgan Lewis pinpoint the flashpoints to watch as negotiators push for a year-end deal.
Pharma
Clinical trials create a patent paradox. With EPO case law rapidly reshaping the 'expectation of success' test—most recently T136/24—the line between innovation and obviousness is blurred. Amanda Simons of J A Kemp offers drafting strategies to secure protection for your downstream innovations.
Americas
Parties impacted by exclusion orders need to carefully weigh their options for seeking clarity or rulings on redesigns, explain Daniel Muino and Charles Provine from Morrison Foerster.
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