Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the role of the Jiaozhou People's Court in enhancing intellectual property protection to foster innovation and economic development, aligning with the mission of cultivating new productive forces in 2024 [1]. Group 1: Intellectual Property Case Statistics - In 2024, the Jiaozhou Court accepted 693 intellectual property cases and concluded 651, marking a 19% increase year-on-year [2]. - Among these, civil cases accounted for 690, with a year-on-year growth of 19.79% [2]. - Cases involving trademark and copyright infringement totaled 650, representing a 19.27% increase and comprising 93.79% of the total cases [2]. Group 2: Innovative Judicial Models - The Jiaozhou Court has introduced an innovative "demonstration judgment + case mediation" model, effectively managing batch cases and promoting pre-litigation resolutions [3]. - In the "Nanf Battery" case, mediation was organized among multiple defendants, balancing the rights of the brand owner and the operational difficulties faced by small retailers [3]. Group 3: Case Resolution Efficiency - The court achieved a case withdrawal rate of 91.09% for intellectual property cases in 2024, with some case processing times reduced by one-third [4]. - A "three-in-one" trial mechanism was implemented, integrating criminal, administrative, and civil judges to enhance the efficiency and specialization of intellectual property case handling [4]. Group 4: Comprehensive Protection Mechanisms - The Jiaozhou Court has strengthened collaboration with various departments to establish a comprehensive intellectual property protection mechanism, promoting a coordinated approach among administrative, judicial, and industry associations [5]. - Initiatives include the establishment of "intellectual property protection service stations" and proactive engagement with businesses to address their intellectual property needs [5]. Group 5: Public Awareness and Education - The court has conducted extensive public awareness campaigns, including outreach to over 2,000 retail businesses to enhance understanding of intellectual property rights [6][7]. - Various educational activities, such as court observation and public lectures, have been organized to foster a culture of intellectual property protection [7]. Group 6: Case Examples and Legal Precedents - Case 1: A media outlet was ordered to pay 3,000 yuan for unauthorized reproduction of a comic, clarifying the boundaries of copyright infringement and fair use [8][9][10]. - Case 2: A company was ordered to cease using the trademark "Yuan Shi Mu Yu" and pay 6,000 yuan for trademark infringement, highlighting the legal distinctions between fair use and infringement in e-commerce [12][13][14]. - Case 3: A seller was ordered to stop using "Zhoushan White Pomfret" in product titles and pay 5,000 yuan for misleading consumers regarding product origin, emphasizing the importance of geographical indication protection [16][17][18].