2 agencies join forces to provide mediation services to reduce litigation

Nonthaburi, The Department of Intellectual Property together with the Central Intellectual Property and International Trade Court signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation to promote dispute mediation and academic cooperation. Hoping to reduce the problem of intellectual property infringement lawsuits Mr. Wutthikrai Leeweeraphan, Director-General of the Department of Intellectual Property, revealed that the Department of Intellectual Property It is an agency that promotes the protection and protection of intellectual property rights. Through proactive services in all forms To strengthen Thai entrepreneurs in every dimension The dispute mediation service is one of the services that the department provides. It is with great intention to guarantee that the people are confident that When intellectual property problems arise, the Department is ready to provide full advice and assistance at no cost. In the past, the department Has started mediation services since 2002, showing that People are increasing ly paying attention to the selection of mediation services. Most disputes arise from ignorance and misunderstanding of intellectual property matters. This type of dispute is a matter that can be discussed and negotiated with each other to solve problems together. along with the department Must educate the public together so that there are no more disputes.' However, under such cooperation An important highlight is the support for linking joint dispute mediation services between the Department and the courts so that the public can receive more convenience in dispute resolution services, such as the joint dispute referral process. For cases where the Department The mediation was successful and a memorandum of understanding was prepared to settle the dispute. If the parties wish to create a compromise agreement in court, the Department will refer the matter to the mediation process before filing court action. To make it convenient for the parties to request the court to issue a consent judgment. As well as foll owing up on the results of dispute resolution between each other. Linking such processes will allow citizens to receive services conveniently, quickly, comprehensively, and with cost savings. In addition, the Department and the Court have cooperation in exchanging academic information. Personnel development This helps raise the level of service to be more efficient and beneficial to the people. People can use the Department of Intellectual Property's mediation services for intellectual property disputes. You can study the information at the Department of Intellectual Property website. https://www.ipthailand.go.th Topic 'Dispute Resolution' or ask for additional details at the Dispute Resolution Group. Legal Division, Department of Intellectual Property, Tel. 02-547-5029 during official days and hours. Source: Thai News Agency