UPC UNFILTERED WEEK 25 2025: No "Motions to Reconsider," High Bar for Rehearings & Security for Costs

In this AI-powered edition of UPC Unfiltered, our digital hosts unpack Professor Willem Hoyng's essential insights on the key developments from the Unified Patent Court in Week 25.This episode focuses on crucial clarifications from the Court of Appeal regarding procedural rules and practical guidance on jurisdiction from the Local Divisions.Key case discussions in this episode include:Knaus Tabbert v Yellow Sphere: The Court of Appeal confirms that a request for a procedural measure cannot be used as a "motion to reconsider" a final decision.Alexion v Samsung: A very high bar is set for rehearings. The Court clarifies they are reserved for rare, fundamental procedural defects, not for correcting mere legal errors.Aortic Lab v Emboline: In a key reversal, the Court of Appeal rules that as a general principle, only defendants are entitled to request security for costs.Headwater v Motorola: The Munich Local Division affirms a broad interpretation of "commercial relation," making it easier to sue multiple defendants from the same corporate group together.Further Reading & Resources:Read Prof. Hoyng's full written commentary for Week 25:https://www.hoyngrokhmonegier.com/news-insights/upc-unfiltered-by-willem-hoyng-upc-decisions-week-25-2025/Listen on Spotify:https://spoti.fi/43O0vVxListen on Apple Podcasts:https://apple.co/4lv0lJ5Disclaimer: This podcast is produced with AI-generated voices to assist in accessibility. Some pronunciations or details may be imperfect.