IP and Legal Filings

JULY 11, 2024

If the examiner has certain concerns about the registrability of the proposed mark, or overlaps of the mark with any of the existing registered marks, which can possibly create confusion, then, the examiner may publish an office action. Depending on the complexity and the volume of work, it can take several months up to couple of years.

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Michael Geist

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The CRTC’s decision to require registration for a wide range of Internet sites and services that meet a $10 million revenue threshold, including podcasters, adult sites, and news sites, appears to have taken many Canadians by surprise. In other words, this isn’t an outlier. I wrote in favour of the extension in a submission.

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Intellectual Property Law Blog

JANUARY 11, 2023

No hard and fast rule or percentage governs what constitutes “substantial similarity.” It is always recommended for a mask work applicant to identify the “novel points” in the design during the registration step (e.g., 17 U.S.C.A. § by specifying the material portions in the MW form when registering the mask work).

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TorrentFreak

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Much like regular websites operated by governments, companies, organizations, and the general public, most internet-based piracy services can be accessed using a domain name. That included those whose names appeared in public WHOIS databases as registrants or owners of domains.

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Erik K Pelton

MARCH 11, 2022

The Commission is soliciting written comment, data, and arguments concerning the need for such a rulemaking to prevent persons, entities, and organizations from impersonating government agencies or staff and businesses or their agents.” ” More than 100 comments were submitted. They can all be found at [link]. Comments of Erik M.

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IP and Legal Filings

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Introduction An artist’s ideas, be it for a renowned painting, sculpture, novel, technological design, jewelryor fashion are his own. However, many a times, we witness these designs being copied or recreated. A copyright protection is the ability of a designer to protect his original designs through the copyright laws.

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The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

EUIPO also announced that, so far, the Office has registered the following applications related to NFTs and the metaverse: In this context, EUIPO held the webinar “ Trade marks and designs in the metaverse: legal aspects/EUIPO practice ” some days ago. Challenges involving designs in the metaverse were also addressed. see here ).

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IP Tech Blog

JANUARY 9, 2023

On 28 November 2022, the European Commission adopted proposals for a revised Regulation and Directive on industrial designs. The proposals, that are now sent to the European Parliament and Council for adoption, are aimed at modernizing the EU design system and the harmonized national design protection laws.

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Intellectual Property Law Blog

JANUARY 11, 2023

No hard and fast rule or percentage governs what constitutes “substantial similarity.” 1992) Takeaway It is always recommended for a mask work applicant to identify the “novel points” in the design during the registration step (e.g., 17 U.S.C.A. §

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IP and Legal Filings

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Indian Copyright Registration The Indian Copyright Office is similarly confused how to handle such requests. i] Another application, however, was made in which a natural person and an AI again (RAGHAV) were designated as co-authors for another artwork. [i] In this case, the copyright office allowed registration.

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SpicyIP

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

underscored that there is a need to supervise or govern patent and trademark agents. This post discusses the case and argues that there already exists a mechanism under the Patent and trademark laws that govern and supervise such agents. Though his registration was later restored.

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Indiana Intellectual Property Law

APRIL 17, 2024

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 9, 2023

On 28 November 2022, the European Commission adopted proposals for a revised Regulation and Directive on industrial designs. The proposals, that are now sent to the European Parliament and Council for adoption, are aimed at modernizing the EU design system and the harmonized national design protection laws.

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IP Tech Blog

AUGUST 22, 2022

Are they protectable by design patents? In this post we will analyze the availability of design patents for digital commodities and how it compares with other Asian countries like Japan, South Korea and Singapore. In China, a GUI alone cannot be registered as a design patent. Overview of current legislation in China.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 11, 2023

Mask work is a type of intellectual property protection designed to protect layout designs (topographies) of integrated circuits. The SCPA legally protects layouts of integrated circuits upon registration, making them illegal to copy without permission. Registration of a Mask Work. government. Id, section 1206.

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The TTABlog

JUNE 17, 2024

Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit has ruled that Bacardi's challenge to the USPTO's renewal of the registration for that mark may be heard in the federal courts. In 2006, Cubaexport was barred from paying the renewal fee for the HAVANA CLUB registration due to a trade embargo. Direct Impulse Design, Inc. ,

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Intepat

OCTOBER 7, 2022

As a result, intellectual property refers to creations such as innovations, industrial product designs, literary and creative works, and symbols that are later used in business. As an artist or designer, one should be aware of two forms of intellectual property (IP) rights: copyright and Industrial design. Industrial Design.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

A design is that aspect of a product that constitutes its ornamental or visual features. An Industrial Design (ID) may be deemed as a process of designing a product that focuses on the functionality and manufacturability of the product apart from just the appearance of it. HOW IS AI RESTRUCTURING THE INDUSTRIAL DESIGN MARKET?

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Intepat

OCTOBER 7, 2022

As a result, intellectual property refers to creations such as innovations, industrial product designs, literary and creative works, and symbols that are later used in business. As an artist or designer, one should be aware of two forms of intellectual property (IP) rights: copyright and design rights. Design Rights.

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Kashishipr

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Maintaining a Trademark Registration can indeed be challenging if you aren’t familiar with the Trademark Law. A trademark refers to any sign, expression, or design identifying the products or services of one company and differentiating them from those of others. Some Other Crucial Aspects to Keep in Mind.

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Erik K Pelton

MARCH 26, 2024

A recent r eport from the United States Government Accountability Office detailed the need for better handling of the fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO. Some key findings from the report: The USPTO has not conducted a comprehensive fraud risk assessment of the trademark register or designed a fraud risk strategy.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 22, 2022

Are they protectable by design patents? In this post we will analyze the availability of design patents for digital commodities and how it compares with other Asian countries like Japan, South Korea and Singapore. In China, a GUI alone cannot be registered as a design patent. Overview of current legislation in China.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Various jewelry designers have obtained IP protection for their jewelry pieces that range from trademark protection of the brand value to protection of the design itself either through copyright and/ or patents. From 2013 to 2015, Cartier filed various design patents for their iconic panther designed jewelry.

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Kashishipr

JUNE 1, 2022

For every business or brand owner at present, the design of a product has become a crucial concern, and why won’t it be, after all, “A thing of beauty is a joy forever.” ” The unique design of a product, such as that of Mini Cooper and Coca-Cola, forms brand identity. Infringement of Industrial Designs .

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Keep in mind the generators are trained on existing material, including things that are protected by copyright and trademark law and registration and patents. Well, they’re right, I can apply, but registration surely won’t be granted. That doesn’t mean you’re in the clear for ownership and registration, however.

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Designs Design Trademark Copyright 52

LexBlog IP

AUGUST 15, 2022

In a recent precedential decision, the TTAB refused registration of two trademark applications by the County of Orange holding that the marks constituted insignia even though they were not official seals. [1]. The TTAB held that it was irrelevant that the circular design was not an official seal approved by the Board of Supervisors.

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The IPKat

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Kat friend Latha Nair reports on an interesting decision from India on the registrability of two marks--SWISS MILITARY and design, and the word mark SWISS MILITRY. Armasuisse is the Swiss Federal Agency representing the military wing of the Swiss Government. In the case of Armasuisse v.

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Registration Trademark Intellectual Property Designs 98

Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

The law governing the regime of copyright in India is the Copyright Act of 1957. The registration for copyright can be both in the forms of the online procedure as well as the physical modes. Procedure to be followed for copyright registration. However, the presumption is not conclusive.

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Patent Trademark Blog

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Should you use a design patent to protect your new product? When compared to utility patents , design patents are often overlooked as an IP asset. It’s true that only utility patents protect functional features, but design patents can still play an important role in protecting features that are not so functional.

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IP Tech Blog

AUGUST 16, 2021

With the end of the Brexit transition period on 31 December 2020, the EU legislation governing the EU trade mark and design system ceased to apply to the UK. However, the applicant of an EUTM or RCD application pending on 1 January 2021 can apply for registration of a UK right and claim the earlier filing date until 30 September 2021.

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LexBlog IP

MAY 2, 2023

Some of these issues are specific to doing business with the government and others are broader issues that all companies face when using AI, and generative AI (GAI) in particular. As a result, many companies are developing corporate policies on employee use of AI. If you have not done so yet, now is a good time to get started.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 16, 2021

With the end of the Brexit transition period on 31 December 2020, the EU legislation governing the EU trade mark and design system ceased to apply to the UK. However, the applicant of an EUTM or RCD application pending on 1 January 2021 can apply for registration of a UK right and claim the earlier filing date until 30 September 2021.

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Patently-O

JANUARY 22, 2024

Feb 6 12noon EST – Debating Design Patent Obviousness – Streaming via Suffolk – Free Event ( REGISTER HERE ) : The Federal Circuit has not held an en banc rehearing in a patent case since before COVID. The first one (and only one on the docket) is the important design patent obviousness case of LKQ v. See you soon!

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 11, 2023

No hard and fast rule or percentage governs what constitutes “substantial similarity.” It is always recommended for a mask work applicant to identify the “novel points” in the design during the registration step (e.g., . § 106. Mask Work Infringement Defense.

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Designs Design Copying Copyright Law 52

Garrigues Blog

APRIL 27, 2021

Today, April 27, is International Design Day, an event, which seeks to recognize the value of design in society and business. On this significant date, we take the opportunity to look at a recent judgment by the General Court of the European Union (EGC) that will allow companies to extend the protection of a design by twelve months.

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The IPKat

JULY 23, 2024

Recently, the Nigerian Government decided to re-adopt the previous national anthem used in 1960-1978. Trade Marks Katfriend Kimberley Evans discussed the refusal of the BASMATI trade mark registration in New Zealand. Marcel Pemsel explored the recent case I-20 U 291/22 on the design for the housing of a car key.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The Board furt her argued that “design” and “trademark” correspond ed to two distinct types of industrial property rights that are governed by various legal frameworks and registration requirements. As a result, the present Community design has no direct impact on the distinctiveness of the contested trademark application.

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