Türkiye Legal Update - December 2021
Changes to the Enforcement and Bankruptcy Law under the 5th Judicial Reform Package
5th Judicial Reform Package amended the Enforcement & Bankruptcy Law, introducing changes like shifting auctions to electronic portal, re-shaping the valuation of registered properties, granting debtors the power to sell seized properties.
Updates on NPP Products in Turkey
New Guidelines on NPP has been published and the products to be evaluated for considering whether they shall remain in the List has been announced.
Advertisement Board and Hygienic Products Ads
Due to increase of the advertisements related to hygiene and health care products during Covid-19 pandemic the Advertisement Board conducted strict inspections. It is positive development for protection of public health and consumers.
Permanent Injunction on the Infringing Pharmaceutical Products on the NPP List
Patent rights are effectively protected via a permanent injunction granted on the infringing pharmaceutical products on the NPP List.
Appeal Court Issues Significant Decision on Jurisdiction in Case of Online Infringement
The Regional Court of Appeal held that, in case of online infringement of a registered trademark, the owner of the trademark may initiate a court action against the infringer anywhere in Turkey.
