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American Cyanamid Co v Ethicon Ltd

[1975] AC 396
JurisdictionUnited Kingdom
CourtUK House of Lords
Year1975
StatusBinding authority

Summary

The test for interim injunctions requires a serious question to be tried and a balance of convenience favouring the grant, not a prima facie case.

Key Principle

balance of convenience framework for interim injunctions

Area of Law

Injunctive Relief and Interim Remedies

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