Traverse Legal Blog
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
A main focus in most M&A transactions involves conducting intellectual property (IP) due diligence, including patent due diligence in order to properly assess risk involved in the potential transaction. What security measures does the target take to make sure that its trade secrets remain confidential?
IIPRD
AUGUST 31, 2022
Hence, more and more mergers and acquisitions involve intellectual property which gives rise to the demand for Intellectual Property (IP) Due-Diligence at the time of Mergers, Acquisitions, etc. Evolving Significance of IP Due-Diligence for an M&A Transaction. of such businesses.
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Intepat
JUNE 19, 2023
Things to Keep in Mind Maintaining Secrecy – Only inventions and designs which are not previously disclosed can be registered for patents and industrial designs. Therefore, it is important to make sure such confidential information is not publicised unauthorisedly.
LexBlog IP
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Keep in mind; our patent system is a first-to-file patent system – meaning, it will generally only award patent rights to the first patent applicant. Software technology is patentable under International and US Patent law. User Interfaces may be protectable with Design Patents as well.
Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
In view of this notice, life sciences companies should consider involving patent counsel in the review of relevant FDA submissions for possible inconsistencies with PTO filings and determination of the appropriate course of action where material inconsistencies are found to exist. Preserving confidentiality and privilege.
Garrigues Blog
JUNE 22, 2021
This is why it is important to be able to justify the registration of the patent in another territory, if it is not initially registered in Spain. However, following the entry into force of Patents Law 24/2015 (PL), we need to reassess whether this is always the best strategy. What other measures can be used to avoid future risks?
Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog
MAY 7, 2021
In recent times, globally more and more patent applications are being filed for blockchain technology. The International Business Machine (IBM) company was granted almost 4000 patents in 2017 for AI related advancements which included blockchains. An opt-in scheme could address the confidentiality concerns of IP owners.
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