UPC CFI LD Dusseldorf, 25 September 2024: Rules of evidence for oral hearing hearing in PI proceedings

Case management order regarding evidence during oral hearing in PI proceedings (R. 210 RoP). 

Evidence in PI proceedings is generally and primarily to be submitted in writing (R. 170.1 (a) and (b) RoP), with particular importance being attached to the submission of affidavits (R. 170.2 (h) RoP). 

In addition, the submission of physical objects, in particular devices, products, embodiments, exhibits and models (R. 170.1 (c) RoP), and of electronic files and audio/video files (R. 170.1 (d) RoP) may be an option. 

The Court does not summon witnesses in PI proceedings. 

IPPT20240925, UPC CFI, LD Düsseldorf, Valeo Electrification v Magna