IPO introduces 'simpler and easier way' for UK internet users to dispute piracy accusations
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has introduced a new small claims track to the Patents County Court (PCC) to make it easier for UK internet users to defend themselves against claims of file-sharing piracy.
Until recently, Rights Holders suspected cases of internet copyright infringement were rarely taken to court and law firms favoured pursuing broadband ISP customers by sending settlement letters.
The IPO’s new track aims to provide Rights Holders with the option of pursuing basic copyright disputes through an ...
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