Anton Piller KG v Manufacturing Processes Ltd (1976) established the powerful Anton Piller Order, allowing a plaintiff to enter a defendant’s premises to seize evidence without prior warning. The Order protects IP rights by preventing evidence destruction by preserving commercial and IP rights.
Ex Parte Order for Inspection: The court can grant an ex parte order allowing entry to premises for inspection of documents where there is a strong prima facie case and a risk of evidence destruction. This power prevents a defendant from tampering with evidence, preserving justice without serving as a forced entry warrant.
