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Understanding the 3 Common Forms of IP & their Varying Levels of Protection

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In most nations globally, the copyright protection term lasts for the lifetime of the author plus seventy years following his death; however, the protection period varies depending on the type of work. In general, patents last for twenty years from the date of filing (it may vary from one country to another).

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Computer-Generated Electronic Images & The Article of Manufacture Requirement: The USPTO Declines to Extend Subject Matter Eligibility to “Disembodied” Designs

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In response to public comments submitted in response to its request thereof regarding the “article of manufacture” requirement for design patent eligibility appearing in Title 35, United States Code, Section 171 , and as explained in our previous post , the U.S. a)(I) ] but provides important clarifications.” ” 80 Fed.

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SpicyIP Weekly Review (November 13- November 19)

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The issue here pertains to the question of whether a patent office located in one place can transfer a patent application to another office in the absence of any specific provision in the law. The defendant argued that since the plaintiff’s work was exhibited in public its reproduction will fall under the ambit of fair use.

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SpicyIP Weekly Review (November 27- December 03)

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The DHC DB’s broad interpretation of the requirement to disclose plurality in provisional or complete specifications instead of the claims is music to the ears of patent applicants. But what is the implication of this order, especially for the pharma sector? Read on to know more.

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SpicyIP Weekly Review (March 4-March 10)

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The Court sets aside the rejection, staying the suit until the rectification application’s disposal within eight months. Ynsect vs The Controller Of Patents on 28 February, 2024 (Delhi High Court) Image from here The appeal challenged the denial of an Indian patent application for insect treatment.

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Which Type of Intellectual Property Protection Do I Need?

Art Law Journal

Copyright is the type of Intellectual Property most often associated with artistic works like fine art, movies, or books. Copyright only protects: original works of authorship fixed in a tangible medium. Utility and Design Patents. There are two types of patents. Bodum French Press Design Patent.

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SpicyIP Weekly Review (April 29- May 05)

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Case Summaries Rich Products Corporation vs The Controller Of Patents & Anr. UPL Limited vs The Controller Of Patents Designs And Trademarks on 30 April, 2024 (Calcutta High Court) Image from here The present dispute is an appeal challenging the order of Joint Controller, dated July 31, 2023, refusing patent application of the appellant.