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Jaco Theunissen

Jaco Theunissen is a director a KISCH IP's patent department. His expertise includes: Preparation and prosecution of local and foreign patent, registered design and plant breeders’ rights applications; Novelty and infringement searches and reports; Drafting of agreements;
Litigation: patents, registered design and plant breeders’ rights matters; Anton Piller orders; General litigation in life sciences

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Medical technology: Setting the pace in innovation

In 1962, when Nelson Mandela was imprisoned, Telstar launched the first communications satellite, and General Electric introduced the world to the single LED. The first personal computer was developed at the commencement of his incarceration, and somewhat alarmingly,…

Patent inventorship – Not always so patently clear

The South African Patents Act No. 57 of 1978 (“the Act”) does not define “inventor” per se, although it is generally understood to refer to a natural person who conceives of something novel in the context of patentability criteria. Unless otherwise provided or agreed,…

Intellectual property unpacked: Copyright ownership

So, your morning shower stirred the creative juices, and you came up with the next big thing, ensuring that not only will you be able...

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Jaco Theunissen

Articles by Jaco Theunissen

Medical technology: Setting the pace in innovation

Patent inventorship – Not always so patently clear

Intellectual property unpacked: Copyright ownership

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Mindfulness training

Series: Three steps to becoming a better leader (Part 2)

Essential negotiation skills needed to avoid or limit disputes

Life and disability claims: Legal and practical management

Employment contracts versus freelance – When and how to hire and when not to

The ABCs of corporate governance – Unpacking essential tools

Unpacking SLA’s – Service Level Agreements

Insourcing versus outsourcing – The resources required

Series: Three steps to becoming a better leader (Part 3)

Unpacking accountability structures and disciplinary proceedings – Directors and employees