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LATEST NEWS & EVENTS New court process to boost IP litigation and dispute resolution  New court process will help small firms involved in intellectual property litigation and dispute resolution. The government confirmed that a new small claims service will be introduced at the Patents County Court (PCC) to assist small and medium-sized businesses protect their copyright, trademarks and designs. At the moment, small firms are often put off enforcing their intellectual property (IP) rights by high costs. The new process will limit fixed costs and allow damages of up to £5,000 per case. Figures released the Intellectual Property Office estimate that around 150 firms will benefit from the service every year. Minister for intellectual property Baroness Wilcox described the development as "great news". She added: "A small claims process means businesses will not have to fight through lengthy court battles instead of concentrating on growing their business." The changes were implemented following a report by Lord Justice Jackson in his review of costs related to civil litigation and dispute resolution. Posted by Alex McLean 
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