JD Supra Law

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

In order to prepare and prosecute utility, design, and plant patent matters in front of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO” or “Office”), the USPTO requires practitioners to demonstrate possession of the legal, scientific, and technical qualifications necessary to render valuable service to clients.

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JD Supra Law

JULY 5, 2023

GM Global Technology Operations LLC, which questions the current standard of non-obviousness that is applied to design patents. After renewal negotiations fell through in early 2022, GM informed LKQ and its business partners that the parts LKQ was selling were no. LKQ used to act as a licensed repair part vendor for GM.

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Corsearch

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Introducing Industrial Design Search , the new AI-powered image search tool within TrademarkNow that enables IP professionals to swiftly search potential designs for registration. What is the difference between industrial designs and patents? Why is it important to register your industrial designs?

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IPilogue

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

The termination of this seven-year partnership, most famously known for its development of the Yeezy sneakers, raises important questions about IP ownership when business collaborations collapse. This includes at least eight US design patents filed by Adidas in 2016 that claim the ornamental design of the Yeezy sneakers.

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JD Supra Law

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

It is a common misconception, particularly among multinational businesses, that the European design protection system is nearly identical to the design patent system in the United States. By: Morgan Lewis

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IP Watchdog

MAY 8, 2022

Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO's) new director wasted no time getting down to business in terms of protecting design innovation in the United States. This report summarized public comments received in response to a December 2020 request by the USPTO. manufacturers.

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JD Supra Law

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Smart & Biggar IP experts detail the importance of investing in industrial design or design patents to ensure your business success and future goals. This article provides helpful advice for companies wanting to protect their IP rights and increase their profits. By: Smart & Biggar

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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.

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IP and Legal Filings

JUNE 8, 2022

One of them is ‘Design’ which is a composition of colors, shapes patterns, etc which add value and attraction to the product. Designs are advantageous assets that can be protected only if registered under the Designs Act, 2000. Website Designs. PROTECTION OF DESIGN. Picture Credit: Shutterstock].

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IP Watchdog

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

District Court for the District of Pennsylvania’s summary judgment that a medical device design patent was not invalid under the on-sale bar. The district court found the patent was infringed and awarded damages in the amount of $1,247,910. Medical Components, Inc.

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Patently-O

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Design Patent No. D450,839 looks like a set of clown feet (image below), but, in actuality it covers “the ornamental design for a handle for introducer sheath” and is used as part of a medical catheter kit. The parties agree that the products described in the letter embody the design that was later patented.

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Over the last 20 years, the total number of design patents issued per year in the United States has erupted. As illustrated in the graph below and further highlighted in this animated graph, in the 30 year period between the years 1971 and 2000 a total of nearly 219,000 design patents were issued by the U.S.

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IP and Legal Filings

JUNE 9, 2022

Trademark, and design are two very crucial kinds of IPRs which provide a certain extent of protection at their levels. There exist several IPRs and it is important to be aware of which one is suitable for your brand/ business. There are many more provisions other than those that safeguard the design rights.

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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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IP Tech Blog

JULY 27, 2021

On June 21, 2021, the Shenzhen Administration for Market Regulation (Shenzhen AMR) issued the first ever administrative injunction against the alleged infringement of a design patent. The problem therefore remains: Current remedies for design and copyright infringements pass mostly through civil courts and are neither cheap nor quick.

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IPilogue

MAY 30, 2022

In late November 2021, Lululemon launched a lawsuit for design patent infringement against Peloton in relation to perceived similarities in the design elements of various pieces of activewear, including sports bras and leggings.

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Art Law Journal

MARCH 4, 2021

Fashion designers face a unique set of challenges in protecting their intellectual property, but new court decisions are providing further guidance for fashion designers and legal practitioners. The post How to Protect Your Fashion Designs appeared first on Art Business Journal.

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JD Supra Law

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

The Federal Circuit recently reversed a lower court’s summary judgment that a medical device design patent was not invalid under the on-sale bar. By: Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

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Patent Trademark Blog

JUNE 15, 2023

On the other hand, you cannot wait too long before forfeiting potential patent rights. What is the argument for not patenting a commercially successful product? I think most business folks would agree that if an innovative product sells really well, then it would be worth patenting the innovation to block copycats by competitors.

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IP Law 360

JANUARY 18, 2024

The startup behind a brand of smiling sponges that claims to be "the most successful business to appear on 'Shark Tank'" is turning to trademark and design patent law to go after similarly grinning products from a newer rival.

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IP Law 360

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

A federal jury in Long Island found last week that one New York marketing company owed another business nearly $1.9 million for selling Swiss Army knife-like gadgets as marketing swag to banks and other businesses that infringe a design patent.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 27, 2021

On June 21, 2021, the Shenzhen Administration for Market Regulation (Shenzhen AMR) issued the first ever administrative injunction against the alleged infringement of a design patent. The problem therefore remains: Current remedies for design and copyright infringements pass mostly through civil courts and are neither cheap nor quick.

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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. To quote the famous Canadian designer Robert L. Peters, and I add my voice to his clear-sighted reflections on the subject: “Design creates culture. Culture shapes values.

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Indiana Intellectual Property Law

AUGUST 9, 2022

PUMA SE , based in Herzogenaurach, Germany, is a multi-national company that designs and manufactures athletic and casual footwear, apparel, and accessories. is a Delaware Corporation, with its principal place of business in Somerville, Massachusetts and is one of the top five sportswear brands in the world by revenue.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

In 2017, ABL engaged a private equity fund manager—and its operating partner Anthony Zolezzi—to explore business opportunities. With an application to the mouth and nose, the antiviral spray aids in naturally flushing pathogens and foreign particles in the digestive tract. The case is Applied Biological Laboratories, Inc.

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Patent Trademark Blog

APRIL 14, 2022

Will your patent be rejected? Yes for utility, and probably not for design. Here are statistics on whether your patent will be rejected. A nonprovisional utility patent application has a roughly 90% probability of at least one rejection. A design patent application has an approximately 86% chance of approval.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 14, 2023

Understanding Patent Evaluation Reports in China by Founders Legal Understanding Patent Evaluation Reports: A Crucial Tool for Patent Owners in China An in-depth look at the Patent Evaluation Report (PER) system in China, its applications, and the critical considerations for patent owners, parties of interest, and accused infringers.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JANUARY 18, 2023

Besides software patents, ineligible subject matter can also arise in design patent applications. Trying to obtain a design patent on a two-dimensional artwork or graphic design without regard to the article can also lead to ineligible problems. Take a graphical user interface (GUI) , for example.

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IP Watchdog

MARCH 15, 2023

There was a slight uptick in district court filings last week after a slow January and February, with 43 new patent filings, including a design patent battle involving tumblers and multiple filings indicating an association with high-volume plaintiffs such as Jeffrey Gross and Leigh Rothschild.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 8, 2022

Ferrari was issued a new design patent D945,320 titled, “Car, Toy Car Replica And/Or Other Replica.” ” While this patent does not mention the specific model of vehicle for the design, the look bears similarity to the Scuderia Ferrari SF1000 that raced in the 2020 Formula One season. About Design Patents.

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43(B)log

AUGUST 10, 2021

6, 2021) (R&R) Shenzhen sought a declaratory judgment that a design patent for a toy gnome figurine was unenforceable and invalid, given that defendant/counter-plaintiff Tatiana Mironova allegedly purchased its stuffed gnome toys, then switched manufacturers and obtained a patent for an identical ornamental design without authorization.

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The IP Law Blog

JANUARY 18, 2024

A trade secret is a form of intellectual property that protects confidential business information that (1) has economic value, providing a business with a competitive advantage, and (2) is not generally known or readily accessible to others. In business, a wide range of information can be considered a trade secret.

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IP Law 360

APRIL 21, 2022

Patent and Trademark Office Director Kathi Vidal said Thursday she's had a busy first week steering the agency, which included working on updated guidance for Arthrex reviews and releasing public comments solicited on the so-called article of manufacture requirement for design patents.

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SpicyIP

MARCH 6, 2023

On the defendant’s argument that the shape of the extension of the central motorhead is different in the competing designs, the court held that such a minor difference will not suffice to distinguish the impugned design from the suit design. For this, the court relied on Allied Blenders & Distillers Pvt. Prag Distillery Pvt.

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Nelligan Law

AUGUST 4, 2023

Sneaker companies invest substantial resources in designing unique logos, branding, and shoe designs. Moreover, sneaker companies can also protect their shoe designs through design patents. To protect these creations, trademarks are registered with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO).

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Larson & Larson

JANUARY 10, 2021

Patents were designed to protect inventions and ideas that are new and non-obvious. Ultimately, a patent is a form of intellectual property protection that gives the creator exclusive rights to legally market, sell, manufacture, and profit from the invention. Design Patent. Plant Patent. Computer icons.

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Art Law Journal

JUNE 30, 2022

Few people would want something that they put their heart and soul into creating, whether that’s art, music, design, or an invention, being used or sold without their permission. A situation like that could put a company out of business. Utility and Design Patents. There are two types of patents. Design patents.

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