Italy: Litigation, Mediation & Arbitration

The Unified Patent Court is witnessing a significant shift toward English as the primary language of proceedings, with a recent Milan Local Division decision exemplifying this trend.

Cardo Systems, Ltd. has initiated infringement proceedings against Shenzhen Ziwu Chuangxin Technology Co., Ltd. and Resosport Limited at the Milan Local Division of the Unified Patent Court. The case involves European Patent EP4240194 and follows specific procedural rules under the UPC framework.

The long-awaited decision of the Joint Civil Sections of the Italian Supreme Court of Cassation (Sezioni Unite) has finally arrived. With Judgment No. 24045 of 26 July 2026, the Court addressed one of the most controversial questions surrounding Italian citizenship by descent, often referred to as the “minor issue” (questione dei minori).

The Unified Patent Court is witnessing a significant shift toward English as the primary language of proceedings, with a recent Milan Local Division decision exemplifying this trend.

The Milan Local Division of the Unified Patent Court addresses an application for security for costs under Rule 158.1 of the Rules of Procedure in patent infringement proceedings between Biopsafe ApS and Kaltek S.r.l. The case involves three European patents and raises important questions about cost security requirements in UPC litigation.

Cardo Systems, Ltd. has initiated infringement proceedings against Shenzhen Ziwu Chuangxin Technology Co., Ltd. and Resosport Limited at the Milan Local Division of the Unified Patent Court. The case involves European Patent EP4240194 and follows specific procedural rules under the UPC framework.

Italy has traditionally offered limited scope for collective actions to protect consumers.

Una nota canzone recitava "We are walking in a dolce vita…". E, in effetti, la questione sembrerebbe molto dolce...

International Arbitration Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Italy, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries

Work at height remains one of the most dangerous occupations despite technological advances, with falls from scaffolding, cranes, and platforms continuing to cause fatal workplace accidents. Understanding the complex web of legal liability—from employers to equipment owners—and knowing the compensation rights available to surviving families becomes crucial when tragedy strikes on construction sites and elevated workspaces.

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The long-awaited decision of the Joint Civil Sections of the Italian Supreme Court of Cassation (Sezioni Unite) has finally arrived. With Judgment No. 24045 of 26 July 2026, the Court addressed one of the most controversial questions surrounding Italian citizenship by descent, often referred to as the “minor issue” (questione dei minori).