BSH v. Electrolux: extended jurisdiction of EU Member State courts in cross-border patent infringement and validity. +

The law defines e-sport as “a video game competition [that] pits two or more players or teams of players against each other for a score or victory”[1]. +

In an order dated 8 January 2024, the Paris Central Division interpreted for the first time article 33 (10) of the Agreement concerning the stay of proceedings in the event of parallel proceedings likely to challenge the validity of the patent before the EPO. +

Procedural order, 25 January 2024 – Düsseldorf Local Division – UPC_CFI_452/2023 +

Cour de Cassation, Commercial Chamber, 31 January 2024 – Decision No. 22-20.293 +