The IP Law Blog

MARCH 30, 2023

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) has reduced the patent fees for small businesses and certain other applicants. For example, they can increase the value of a business, provide an advantage over competitors, and serve as a source of income through licensing. A small entity is defined under 37 CFR § 1.27

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 29, 2023

If signed into law by Governor Hochul, the legislation would, effective immediately, add to New York labor law a new section 203-f that renders unenforceable provisions in employee agreements that require employees to assign certain inventions developed using the employee’s own property and time.

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Trading Secrets

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Background On September 15 th 2023, Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law an amendment to the New York Labor Law. The amendment adds a new Section 203-f to the Labor Law, which addresses the assignment of inventions made by employees. Open Questions The new law leaves a number of open questions.

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JD Supra Law

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

A great idea can get an entrepreneur started down an exciting business path. If you have an invention, you can consult a patent practitioner, i.e., a patent attorney or a patent agent, to help decide whether to apply for a patent. By: Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig PLLC

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The IPKat

AUGUST 11, 2023

PatKat has been sceptical about Dr Thaler and his purported inventing machine, DABUS, for some time ( IPKat ). In the pending European DABUS case ( EP4067251 ), DABUS's invention as originally claimed was found to lack novelty in view of 25 year old prior art. Sceptical Kat Has DABUS invented?

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Background On September 15 th 2023, Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law an amendment to the New York Labor Law. The amendment adds a new Section 203-f to the Labor Law, which addresses the assignment of inventions made by employees. Open Questions The new law leaves a number of open questions.

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JD Supra Law

APRIL 27, 2022

An invention developed by a business or individual inventor may have great value to that business or individual, either through the commercialization of the invention or by licensing the invention to others in return for a license fee. But how do you know when your invention is patentable? By: Ruder Ware

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 19, 2023

This bill seeks to promote business by reducing penalties and decriminalising offences across 42 legislations. Major intellectual property rights laws – the Copyright Act, 1957, the Patents Act, 1970, the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and the Geographical Indications Act, 1999, have also been amended.

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JD Supra Law

MARCH 29, 2022

(Part 1 of a 4 Part Series) - The application of innovative data driven approaches such as bioinformatics and artificial intelligence to the life science sector has brought about a change in way that biological inventions can be protected by patent laws.

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Intepat

APRIL 19, 2023

INTRODUCTION As technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, Computer-Related Inventions (CRIs) have become a crucial component of modern innovation. The Patents Act, 1970, provides for the protection of CRIs, but there has been significant debate over the years regarding the patentability of such inventions in India.

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IP Intelligence

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

s (“Zillow”) motion to dismiss under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12(b)(6) because the two International Business Machines Corporation (“IBM”) patents-at-issue, U.S. As a refresher, at step one, the Federal Circuit “determine[s] whether a patent claim is directed to an unpatentable law of nature, natural phenomena, or abstract idea.”

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IP Close Up

MAY 31, 2023

Owning patents is among the ways a business can enhance its chances of success. But securing them in abundance in some industries may be unnecessary Continue reading

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JD Supra Law

JANUARY 11, 2024

Under the University and Small Business Patent Procedures Act of 1980 (35 U.S.C. §§ 200-212), commonly referred to as the Bayh-Dole Act, the federal government can exercise “march-in” authority in certain circumstances to license an invention to a third party for effective commercialization if the invention is made using taxpayer funds.

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Kashishipr

JANUARY 27, 2022

For maintaining a competitive edge in the market, businesses need to keep innovating. It applies to different aspects of a business, such as finance, corporate transactions, negotiations, employment agreements, technologies, to name a few. In the present era, working business environments have become significantly dynamic.

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Intellectual Property Law Blog

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. There are significant questions about the ability to patent inventions that were conceived with the assistance of AI. Joint Statement at 2.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

JULY 9, 2021

were recognized as 2021 Women of Influence in Law by the San Diego Business Journal. In addition, Chacon is known for her mentorship of junior attorneys, including through her involvement in Fish’s EMPOWER initiative, which promotes the recruitment, retention, and advancement of women in law. Crystal Culhane draws upon her Ph.D.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 11, 2024

This change represents a considerable shift in the intellectual property law landscape within the country, aiming to promote an environment of genuine innovation and integrity. Genuine Inventive Activities: Requires applications to be based on real and original inventive activities. Schedule a consultation.

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JD Supra Law

APRIL 10, 2024

International Business Machines Corporation - Before Moore, Chief Judge, Stoll and Cunningham. Chewy, Inc. Appeal from the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. By: Knobbe Martens

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JD Supra Law

AUGUST 2, 2023

Many individuals – and all businesses – have intellectual property, including everything from names and brands, to inventions, software, and works of art. Too often those assets go unprotected.

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IP Tech Blog

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

The COVID-19 Prioritized Examination Pilot Program was implemented in May 2020 to encourage independent inventors and small businesses to bring important and possibly life-saving COVID related inventions to market more quickly, as explained in the USPTO’s announcement at that time.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 30, 2023

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) has reduced the patent fees for small businesses and certain other applicants. For example, they can increase the value of a business, provide an advantage over competitors, and serve as a source of income through licensing. had a gross income. had a gross income.

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JD Supra Law

MAY 16, 2024

patent law in the landmark ruling for Alice Corp. The Alice decision established new standards for determining whether inventions, especially those related to software and business methods, are eligible for patents. In 2014, the Supreme Court upended U.S. CLS Bank International. By: Seyfarth Shaw LLP

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IP Watchdog

JANUARY 11, 2022

The Wright brothers did not build commercial aviation, and yet commercial aviation was born thanks to the Wright brothers’ invention. Licensing negotiations are not static snapshots in time, they often evolve and change according to developing circumstances, case-law, parties’ conduct, and many other factors.

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JD Supra Law

JULY 7, 2022

AI finds application in virtually every technology and business paradigm. If you haven’t seen it already, AI is coming soon to an invention near you and can be found in a greatly increasing number of patent applications and patent claims. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere and it’s evolving.

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Kashishipr

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

The ultimate success of brands and businesses in the modern world largely depends on the groundbreaking innovation that sets them apart from the rising competition in the market. However, keep in mind that using your IP assets to support the current and future market position of your business can prove to be a major challenge.

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The IP Law Blog

JANUARY 18, 2024

A patent protects an invention. For example, if you invent a new kind of vacuum cleaner, you would apply for a patent to protect the invention itself.” While there are certain rights in common law trademarks, greater protection is afforded by registering the mark with the USPTO. then it is no longer a trade secret.

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Patently-O

AUGUST 4, 2021

Ryan Abbott, have made headlines around the world as they sought patent protection for a fractal-inspired beverage container (shown below) that they contend was invented by DABUS. Does substantive South African patent law preclude AI inventorship? Stephen Thaler and Prof. Was granting the patent a mistake?

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JD Supra Law

JUNE 24, 2022

China is becoming one of the friendliest jurisdictions for AI & business method applications. We invite you to take 30 minutes, grasping the real case examples on what claims would receive a YES or a NO, based on the most recent Draft Amendment of Examination Guidelines in China.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 13, 2023

Combining Multiple Inventions in an Single Patent Application @media screen and (max-width: 1023px) {.thegem-vc-text.thegem-custom-640f87a71087f6782{display: important;}} As a business, cost is always a concern. However, is combining multiple related inventions into a single patent application worth the cost savings?

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The IP Law Blog

JULY 15, 2021

The Supreme Court further recognized that “laws of nature, natural phenomena, and abstract ideas” are not patent-eligible subject matter under 35 U.S.C. At times, it has been difficult to understand the reason one invention was found patent-eligible while another similar invention was not.

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Canadian Intellectual Property Blog

MARCH 2, 2021

For larger companies, budget is also a concern, but often it is also the time required of inventors to adequately document an invention disclosure and to work with a patent professional. It also allows you to license your invention to others and collect a royalty fee. Can the buyer practice your invention, or can you continue to do so?

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IP Law 360

APRIL 28, 2022

Patent law is about striking a balance, and the Restoring America Invents Act goes too far in the wrong direction, making it likely to weaken the rights of inventors and drive small companies out of business, say Russell Slifer at Schwegman Lundberg and Dana Colarulli at ACG Advocacy — both U.S. Patent and Trademark alums.

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Patently-O

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

The America Invents Act (AIA), which passed on September 16, 2011, brought about some of the most significant changes to our patent system in over 50 years. That is why I chose the dynamic and impactful practice of intellectual property law, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. . Lee may be affiliated.

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Patently-O

JANUARY 20, 2023

Hrdy, Professor of Intellectual Property Law at University of Akron School of Law, and Daniel H. Are inventions described in works of science fiction patentable? It may surprise you, then, to learn that the genre of science fiction is deeply indebted to patent law and patent theory. Guest post by Camilla A.

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Larson & Larson

MARCH 25, 2021

Utility patents are the most common type of patents, and business methods are a type of utility patent. This is because business method patents have more chances to be challenged. The America Invents Act of 2011 allows people to challenge your patent within the first 9 months after the patent is granted. What They Are.

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Canadian Intellectual Property Blog

JANUARY 6, 2021

Some of the most valuable inventions are software implemented methods. Many software methods are business method patents designed to make business more efficient. This is great news for inventors and companies innovating in the field of software, financial, and business methods.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 31, 2023

AI and IP Law: Podcast with Yuri Eliezer by Yuri L. Eliezer AI and Intellectual Property Law An Insightful Discussion with Yuri Eliezer The intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Intellectual Property (IP) Law is becoming increasingly significant in the dynamic landscape of technology and innovation.

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