July 13, 2016
The Court of Appeal handed down its judgment in Cartier v BSkyB on 6 July. The Court of Appeal has confirmed that trade mark owners can obtain orders requiring internet service providers to block access to websites selling counterfeit goods online. The judgment is a significant success for brand owners and has broader implications for those seeking to protect their rights online.
Our next Breakfast Briefing will:
- Explain the issues considered by the Court of Appeal
- Analyse the key findings in the judgment
- Consider the implications of the judgment for those seeking to enforce their rights in the online environment
- Explain why site blocking orders are an effective, cost efficient and adaptable means of tackling online infringement
- Provide insight into how this important remedy could be used in the future.
Event information
Date:
Thursday 21 July 2016
Timings:
08:15 – arrival
08.45 – start
Venue:
The Met Building
22 Percy Street
London, W1T 2BU
To register to attend the event, please click here.