Supreme Court rules on inventive step The Korean Supreme Court's recent decision on inventive step emphasizes considering prior art as a whole, addressing contradictory information. This sets a crucial precedent for patent pro…READ MORE

Time to apply for PTA Understanding Korea's Patent Term Adjustment system is crucial for patent owners, especially in pharmaceuticals. Learn about the system's complexities and how to optimize patent protection in Korea.June 2…READ MORE

Revisions to the Trade Mark Act In 2016, Korea restructured its IP landscape, particularly the Trademark Act. Changes include non-use cancellation, broader evaluation of conflicting marks, and strengthened protection for trade…READ MORE

Indirect infringement from parts assembled overseas The Korean Supreme Court ruled that exporting parts for final assembly outside the country does not infringe a patent under the Korean Patent Act if the final product is manu…READ MORE

Patentable subject matter – what’s new? Explore the patent landscape in Korea, where isolated genes, biological materials, and stem cells are patentable. Learn about recent court decisions shaping the country's patent eligibil…READ MORE

New centralised infringement courts Korea's IP enforcement underwent significant changes in 2016, centralizing jurisdiction in specialized IP district courts. Learn about the implications for patent litigation and the harmoniza…READ MORE