The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

National competent authority: The Protocol makes provisions for ARIPO Member State to designate a "national competent authority" that would be responsible for undertaking the registration of copyright at the national level or designate ARIPO to undertake that responsibility on its behalf. See Article 6. How may fraud be established?

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The IPKat

MARCH 11, 2024

A famous Kat Facts Puma SE filed an application to register a Community design on 26 July 2016. The design represents different views of a trainer, falling within class 02-04 of the Locarno Agreement. Handelsmaatschappij J. On 21 April 2021, Puma SE appealed against the decision of the Invalidity Division.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 20, 2023

This article aims to provide an overview of the difference between the divorce decree and the marital settlement under UAE law, taking into account the legal implications for both Muslim and non-Muslim couples. The marital settlement aims to provide clarity and a mutually agreed-upon framework for the practical aspects of post-divorce life.

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The IPKat

APRIL 4, 2024

The disproportionate remuneration stemmed from contracts entered into with dominant players, especially in the music industry, and this has over time been a major source of worry for the South African government. The MITT and CRC found the Copyright Act to be inadequate in addressing the issues.

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Patently-O

APRIL 12, 2024

By Dennis crouch The international IP community is moving toward further harmonizing legal protection for industrial designs. In the US, these are design patent rights. ” Several years ago, the US implemented the Hague Agreement Concerning the International Registration of Industrial Designs (Hague System).

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

The Lenz case got a lot of press, but it ended with a confidential settlement. The precedent work is “a set of replacement stickers for the dashboard climate controls for certain GM vehicles”: The Copyright Office registered this design. Defendant had not obtained the Deposit Design from the Copyright Office.

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IP Watchdog

AUGUST 26, 2022

This week in Other Barks & Bites: USPTO Director Vidal grants sua sponte review of IPR institution decisions to clarify the General Plastics factors; the Ninth Circuit rules that secondary meaning only needs to identify a single source, not a particular source, to support trade dress infringement claims; the Fifth Circuit affirms the dismissal (..)

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JANUARY 24, 2024

This is the latest entry in a long-running legal battle between Hayley Paige Gutman, a bridalwear designer, and JLM Couture, her one-time employer. The court explains: They describe steps in the process of fashion design and capture much (if not all) of the creative output that Gutman might produce in her role as a designer.

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The IPKat

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

This is an interesting legal question as the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 (the CDPA) brought in new performers’ rights, even for earlier performances such as Mitchell’s and Redding’s subject to transitional provisions regarding prior contracts.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

MAY 11, 2023

These contract law provisions, totally alien to the Irish legal tradition, are designed to apply in negotiations and contractual relationships between artists and commercial exploiters of their works, including social media platforms and streaming services.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JUNE 11, 2022

A photo of the Indianapolis nighttime skyline has generated $825 in license fees & $135k in settlements. After 3+ yrs of litigation, court awards Bell $200 in statutory damages–but actually $0 due to a related settlement. 26, 2021). This is a preview of the future of CCB litigation…CAN’T WAIT! 19-55882 (9th Cir.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Provisions of Claim Settlement under MSME Act, 2006 When pursuing legal action to recover owed funds for services or goods supplied, the process often seemed daunting due to prolonged litigation, jurisdictional complexities, and the cumbersome enforcement of court decrees.

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Intepat

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Copyright and Ownership in the Metaverse In the metaverse, copyright applies to digital creations such as virtual art, music, designs, and even entire virtual worlds. Existing copyright frameworks were designed for the physical world and digital domains, but the metaverse introduces novel complexities.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

All Lease Contracts related to Real Estate Property governed by this Law must be registered with the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA). If the tenant uses the property for a different purpose than specified in the lease contract or violates planning and construction regulations, eviction may occur.

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Intepat

JULY 12, 2024

In response to India’s GI registration , Bangladesh’s Department of Patents, Designs and Trademarks (DPDT) expedited the application process, seemingly completing it within a day. It also allows international organizations to become contracting parties.

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Intepat

JUNE 19, 2023

The various forms of intellectual property are already well known- trademarks, patents, copyrights, industrial designs, trade secrets, domain names and geographical indications. Things to Keep in Mind Maintaining Secrecy – Only inventions and designs which are not previously disclosed can be registered for patents and industrial designs.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 20, 2023

. “Customers” here includes both individual consumers and corporate entities who have entered into a contract for data processing services.

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43(B)log

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Users can generate personalized contracts, independent contractor agreements, non-disclosure agreements, bills of sale, prenuptial agreements, LLC operating agreements, promissory notes, and parenting plans. But DNP isn’t actually licensed to practice law. It sought to represent a class of similar law firms.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

In the case of Alice Corp v CLS Bank International, the US Supreme Court in 2014 held that claims to a computer-associated technique of mitigating “settlement risk” in various financial transactions were barred from patenting. However, are the blockchain technologies really patentable?

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

In the case of Alice Corp v CLS Bank International, the US Supreme Court in 2014 held that claims to a computer-associated technique of mitigating “settlement risk” in various financial transactions were barred from patenting. However, are the blockchain technologies really patentable?

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

In the case of Alice Corp v CLS Bank International, the US Supreme Court in 2014 held that claims to a computer-associated technique of mitigating “settlement risk” in various financial transactions were barred from patenting. However, are the blockchain technologies really patentable?

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Selvam & Selvam Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Thus, Commercial Courts are made to resolve business issues such as fraud, breach of contract, unfair trade practices etc. 4) If the parties to the commercial dispute arrive at a settlement, the same shall be reduced into writing and shall be signed by the parties to the dispute and the mediator. (5) its interpretation and enforcement.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 28, 2023

It does not make a distinction between properties that are located in designated and non-designated areas for foreign ownership and is therefore applicable to all nationalities. If agreed upon, a contract is signed, and the Department proceeds with the sale. Dubai Decree No.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

MARCH 8, 2021

The authors also look to lawmakers at the federal and state levels, who considered a variety of legislative proposals relating to biologics and biosimilars designed to improve patient access, encourage commercialization, and reduce costs. Companies are already taking advantage of these new designations. Biosimilar Regulatory Updates.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 19, 2024

That IPR was terminated in August in view of a settlement agreement and before there was any decision on institution. Both drugs are PCSK9 inhibitors designed to lower low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. Biocon Biologics then filed its own IPR on the same patent in IPR2023-01444. That petition is pending. million in expenses.

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IP and Legal Filings

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

More and more loans are being supported by certain intellectual property assets, such as copyrights, designs, and patents, or revenue streams connected to these assets. Collateral is frequently utilised with tangible assets owned by a firm, such as equipment and buildings. Other valuation approaches. Conclusion.

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43(B)log

JUNE 16, 2022

It contracts with Charities Aid Foundation of America, which in turn delivers donated funds to designated charities. For certain “celebrity experiences,” 60% of the money donated goes to CAFA to be paid to the designated charity, but for Omaze-owned campaigns, Omaze keeps 85%. The court granted the motion to dismiss in part.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

The biosimilar pathway was designed to increase competition for biologics and reduce healthcare costs. Note that FDA still has not designated any biosimilar as interchangeable to its reference product. No earlier than July 31, 2023 per settlement. No earlier than November 20, 2023 per settlement. . Introduction.

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The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

This followed the end of the parties peace agreement provided for by a settlement agreement following the last bout of litigation. This UK action is one of a number of actions that have recently been started by the parties globally.

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LexBlog IP

JUNE 20, 2023

While the PTO could argue this information as relevant to settlements and potential judicial conflicts, on balance, I think the PTO drops this idea as far more trouble than it is worth. If a failed challenger later decides to file an reexam, is the PTO going to try to enforce a contract between it and a private party? Litigate it?

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

JANUARY 11, 2022

2021 saw several important milestones in the biosimilars space, including the much anticipated first interchangeable designations by FDA and the approval of the first ophthalmology biosimilar. No earlier than 2023 per settlement. No earlier than 2023 per settlement. No earlier than 2023 per settlement. . Introduction.

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Trading Secrets

DECEMBER 19, 2023

A day before the FTC issued its proposed rulemaking, the FTC issued a press release that it had sued, and reached a settlement with, three employers in the security and manufacturing sector that the FTC alleged had “illegally imposed noncompete restrictions on workers.” California recently enacted two new non-compete laws.

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The IP Law Blog

MARCH 2, 2021

The issue arose from a dispute between Romag, a manufacturer of magnetic snap fasteners for leather goods, and Fossil, a designer and distributor of a wide range of fashion accessories. When settlement discussions proved fruitless, Romag sued. company contracting with Chinese manufacturers, after insurance, 32 will be contracts.

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LexBlog IP

JUNE 7, 2023

SEP Registration The Proposal establishes a “Competence Centre” within the EUIPO (which currently focuses solely on trademarks and design rights) to set up and maintain an EU-wide register for SEPs. Key Provisions and Critical Assessment 1. 5] Registration of SEPs will be mandatory for enforcement purposes. [6] 7] Article 24. [8]

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TorrentFreak

JULY 23, 2023

All third-party services we use are bound by a contract with us to never use the information of our users for their own purposes and not to disclose the information to any third parties unrelated to the service. The exclusion of Bittorrent traffic on USA servers is a measure taken in response to a legal settlement in 2022.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 19, 2023

A day before the FTC issued its proposed rulemaking, the FTC issued a press release that it had sued, and reached a settlement with, three employers in the security and manufacturing sector that the FTC alleged had “illegally imposed noncompete restrictions on workers.” California recently enacted two new non-compete laws.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 5, 2022

But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same Object evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security.–Such

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