Patently-O

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The decision casts doubt on the viability of pending continuation applications over a long period, even absent any evident applicant delay — especially in situations where new claims are drafted in response to emerging technologies or market demands. What market developments have occurred since the original filing date?

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The IPKat

AUGUST 28, 2021

Patents A South African decision to recognize an artificial Intelligence system (DABUS) as an inventor was one of most discussed IP news items of the last several weeks [see The IPKat’s posts on the DABUS saga in various jurisdictions here , here , and here ].

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IP and Legal Filings

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Monopolies raise ethical issues because a few organizations command a disproportionate amount of market power that may stifle competition and inhibit innovation. Ethical dimensions of patenting critical Metaverse innovations should be watchful and counter any anti-competitive practice that might arise.

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IPilogue

JUNE 29, 2022

Vaver recognized some of Justice Laddie’s significant contributions to trademark, copyright, and patent law. Lastly, Justice Laddie’s approach to the Haberman Feeder case demonstrated his values regarding patentability.

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The IP Law Blog

JANUARY 12, 2023

For trademarks, a good place to start is the company’s marketing and promotional materials, website, mobile app, and social media. Such inventions may be protectable under federal patent laws. An inventor must secure a patent application within a very short period of time to prevent the work from falling into the public domain.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Apart from climate change, issues such as the growth of the biofuel market due to which agricultural lands are destroyed or exploited as well as unmonitored nutrition programs may also threaten food security of a nation. The IP rights that are bestowed upon an inventor under the PPVFR Act can be broadly categorized into two parts.

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Intepat

MAY 4, 2023

While one aims to regulate and ensure that markets operate efficiently in a fair and competitive manner, the other aims to grant a certain level of protection which may be considered to have monopolistic tendencies. Interface of Competition Law and Patents Patent law particularly bears more relevance to antitrust jurisprudence.

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SpicyIP

JUNE 22, 2022

Though the report examines the EU / Belgian patent law landscape, it contains informative insights into the use of compulsory licenses and competition regulation in the context of excessively priced medicines. In contrast, a compulsory license forces patentees to grant licenses to third parties with adequate remuneration.

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SpicyIP

OCTOBER 9, 2024

This system recognises that innovation often builds upon previous work, which can arise from natural advancements or market feedback. Unlike standard patents, which cover entirely new inventions, patents of addition enable inventors to safeguard their enhancements while the original patent remains protected.

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Patently-O

JULY 8, 2022

David Tropp sued Travel Sentry for patent infringement back in 2006. That was the same year that I first taught a patent law class. Back then, eligibility was almost an unknown concept in patent litigation. The rule of thumb was “anything under the sun, made by man,” and I mean ANYTHING.

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Intepat

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

A patent thicket refers to a dense network of overlapping patents that can complicate the development and commercialization of new products. Understanding the implications of patent thickets is crucial for stakeholders, seeking to foster innovation while navigating the complex terrain of intellectual property rights.

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IP and Legal Filings

APRIL 5, 2022

Corporations may become aware of these applications and want to patent and market them for their own benefit. Companies frequently try to patent indigenous knowledge, as well as the products and processes produced from it. Inventors are granted patent protection in exchange for a societal benefit. Grace & Co.

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The IPKat

MARCH 26, 2023

The IPKat has received and is pleased to host a guest contribution by Daria Bohatchuk (University of Basel) on the upcoming Swiss patent reform. Here’s what Daria writes: Expected introduction of a full patent examination in Switzerland: Opportunity or burden? Full patent examination in Switzerland: quo vadis?

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IP and Legal Filings

MARCH 1, 2023

Additionally, it seeks to develop a public platform where inventors and producers can communicate with users and purchasers. iii] The value of IP will rise as a result of commercialization when it is evaluated for marketing purposes. The purpose of the Policy is to link IP investors and creators.

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More Than Your Mark

AUGUST 20, 2021

If you have invented a 3-D printed product or have a new printing process, remember to consult an intellectual property lawyer before marketing it. 3-D Printing and Copyrights, Patents, or Trademarks. Be sure to consult with an experienced patent attorney on how best to claim your new 3-D printing innovation so that it is worthwhile.

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 30, 2021

s copyright and registered trademark by thrusting its deceptively similar goods and flooding the high-in-demand but low-in-knowhow market, with its imitation products. The Delhi High Court in Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd & Anr v. The Defendant Sun Pharmaceuticals Industries Ltd. August 23, 2021].

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Intepat

DECEMBER 4, 2023

This showcases the growing importance of these enterprises in enhancing India’s presence in the global market. The Role of Patents in Empowering MSMEs Patents play a transformative role in the growth and success of MSMEs. The surge in patent applications by MSMEs in the financial year 2022-23, marking a 28.4%

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The IP Law Blog

JULY 15, 2021

When the Federal Circuit has been asked to rehear various cases en banc , the multiple, separate opinions have made it even more clear that the court is rather divided as to the boundaries of what is and what is not patent-eligible. Patent attorneys and inventors are often left to guess whether a particular invention is patent-eligible.

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Patently-O

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Molly Metz is a competitive jump-roper ( 5-time world champ ) and also an inventor of an innovative jump rope handle that allows super speed jumping loved by both competitors and cross-fit freaks. Patent Nos. There has been massive infringement since her patents issued 10-12 years ago. 7,789,809 and 8,136,208.

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Intepat

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Patents , as a vital form of intellectual property (IP), safeguard these innovations, providing inventors and businesses exclusive rights to their inventions while promoting the dissemination of knowledge. Companies and inventors are prioritizing green technologies, aiming to reduce carbon footprints and promote eco-friendly practices.

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Patent Trademark Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Are there any patent grace periods that might give inventors more time to file? Grace periods are generally applicable to the pre-filing activities of inventors and others connected to the inventors (e.g., third parties who divulged information taken from the inventors). And how late is too late?

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Patently-O

MARCH 7, 2024

Celanese began selling the product on the competitive market in 2011, and eventually decided to file for patent protection on its manufacturing process in 2015. 102, a patentee’s pre-filing sale of a product made by a secret process starts the one-year clock for patenting that process. In my prior post on Celanese v.

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Intepat

MAY 18, 2023

INTRODUCTION Oftentimes, it is observed how intellectual property laws, specifically; patent laws are contradictory to competition and antitrust laws. While one confers rights on inventors to encourage innovation, the other aims to eradicate monopolistic practices and encourages healthy competition in the market.

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Garrigues Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Under the European Patent Convention (EPC) and national patent regulations in the countries that adhere to the Convention, which include Spain, an invention is patentable if it fulfills, among other requirements, the inventive step requirement ( article 54(1), (2) EPC and article 4(1) of Patents Law 24/2015 ).

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Canadian Intellectual Property Blog

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Yes, Canada, the US, and a few other countries offer a special type of grace period for inventors who have made a public disclosure of their invention. The inventors have until 12 months from the date of their public disclosure to file for patent protection within each of those countries.

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The IPKat

JULY 16, 2024

This tome was first published in 1884 by Thomas Terrell, and in the 140 years since, has become a well-established authority for patent practitioners and judges, providing thorough commentary on both the substance and practice of UK patent law.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The commercialization of biotechnological innovations has become a major driver of patent activity. Biotech companies recognize the value of securing intellectual property rights to bring their products and therapies to market, resulting in a surge in patent applications.

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IP and Legal Filings

AUGUST 28, 2021

Multiple changes were made in the law to simplify the process of applying for or getting an IP. The amendment to Patent Law makes a single office serve the whole UK for granting patents. Moreover, to make the system more accessible for inventors, the application process was simplified.

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43(B)log

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

patent system and proclaims its sophistication in its knowledge of U.S. patent law. It is reasonable to believe Lashify would know which of their products are covered by patents, and which are not. Further, Lashify was marking products for the first time as patented, not failing to remove expired patents.

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SpicyIP

JULY 6, 2024

For instance, algorithmic trading , which uses complex models to analyze market data and execute trades, falls under the exclusion of business methods. Proponents of excluding business method patents argue that patents are unnecessary for encouraging innovation in such inventions.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Knowing this, a friend recently directed me to a podcast from a well-known marketing guru who was giving advice about intellectual property, and patents in particular, during one of his episodes. In sum, people who are interested in pursuing patent protection should talk to a patent attorney instead of listening to podcast hosts.

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Patently-O

MARCH 26, 2024

I thought I would write a more complete discussion of this important historic patent case. Atlantic Works has had a profound impact on the development of patent law, particularly in shaping the doctrine of obviousness, but more generally providing theoretical frameworks for attacking “bad patents.”

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Patently-O

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

The chart above shows a visualization of the percentage of issued patents that include means-plus-function (MPF) claims over time, with two separate estimates based on the wording used in the claims. Functional claiming is a constant lure for patent drafters.

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IIPRD

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In this sector, intellectual property (IP) regulations are essential for defending the rights of inventors, artists, and producers. A thorough awareness of intellectual property laws is crucial, regardless of your career goals—be they that of a fashion designer, singer, filmmaker, or just someone curious about the legal side of entertainment.

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IP and Legal Filings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

A patent is an intellectual property right granted by a government to the inventor, to protect their invention and allow the fullest commercial exploitation of the patented invention. Importantly, only those who have developed new technologies and created a product can file for a patent on the new technology.

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IP and Legal Filings

APRIL 5, 2022

Corporations may become aware of these applications and want to patent and market them for their own benefit. Companies frequently try to patent indigenous knowledge, as well as the products and processes produced from it. Inventors are granted patent protection in exchange for a societal benefit. Grace & Co.

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More Than Your Mark

AUGUST 27, 2021

To revisit the chair one final time, the brand name you choose to market it would be a trademark, as would a logo stamp on the chair itself. Whether you’re an inventor, an author, a designer, or a business owner with a mark you want to protect, our intellectual property attorneys can help. appeared first on Patent Law Blog.

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