Key takeaways
Deadline Length vs. Starting Point
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The court clarified the distinction between a deadline’s length and starting point under Rule 198.1 RoP. While the length is prescribed, the court can determine the starting point, especially considering the expert report’s due date (Rule 196.4 RoP).
Discretion to Change Starting Point
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The court can adjust the starting point, especially if the expert report is delayed (Rule 198.1 RoP).
Division
Local Division Munich
UPC number
UPC_CFI_63/2025
Type of proceedings
Interim proceedings / Proceedings for evidence preservation and inspection
Parties
Applicant: Nanoval GmbH & Co. KG
Respondent: ALD Vacuum Technologies GmbH
Patent(s)
EP 3 083 107
Jurisdictions
UPC
Body of legislation / Rules
Rule 198.1 RoP, Rule 9.4 RoP, Rule 333 RoP, Rule 196.4 RoP, Rule 300(a) RoP, Article 48(6) UPCA
Rule 291 RoP
