The Canadian government has tabled an omnibus budget implementation bill that, if enacted, will introduce many changes to Canadian IP legislation. Among these, the government proposes to legislatively overrule... Read more
Apple has recently secured a patent for a flexible display compatible with foldable mobile phones. The patent claims an electronic device comprising: a flexible hinge coupled between two housing... Read more
On October 26, 2018 the US Library of Congress and the Copyright Office expanded exemptions to Section 1201 of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Section 1201 makes it illegal... Read more
The United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit recently affirmed a district court’s decision in favor of rapper Jay-Z, dismissing “moral rights” infringement claims brought by the... Read more
One of the first steps in starting a business is naming it. For many businesses this involves registering the business with local authorities and/or incorporating the business. Owners may... Read more
Resolving legal disputes through litigation can be costly and time consuming. A typical lawsuit generally requires filing a claim and a reply, discovery of both parties, and finally a... Read more
The legalization of cannabis in Canada has resulted in massive investment. The North American market is already worth about $10 billion. Arcview Market Research , a marijuana research and investment... Read more
Larissa Leong has joined Oyen Wiggs as an associate. Larissa is an intellectual property lawyer with a practice that focuses on the strategic creation, development, and commercialization of intellectual... Read more
Oyen Wiggs is proud to be a session sponsor at the upcoming Life Sciences BC Investor Summit on Thursday, October 25, 2018 at the Fairmont Pacific Rim. Come and... Read more
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