Patent Trademark Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2022

What is the filing deadline for a US design patent based on a foreign priority application? When it comes to filing related patent applications across different countries, filing dates are critical. A US design patent application must be filed within six months of your foreign priority date.

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IP Tech Blog

APRIL 11, 2023

The eGrant patent will “[m]irror the appearance of the currently produced bound patent grants” and “[u]se an encrypted certification/validation technology.” A sample of this new eGrant patent is available here. The new system will save time and money, improve efficiency, and make it easier for inventors to access their patents.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 11, 2023

The eGrant patent will “[m]irror the appearance of the currently produced bound patent grants” and “[u]se an encrypted certification/validation technology.” A sample of this new eGrant patent is available here. Currently, it can take several months for a patent to be issued after it is filed.

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Patent Trademark Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2022

If you have a simple product that others can easily copy, you wouldn’t be thinking about keeping anything confidential. Keep it secret or file a patent ? There is a tradeoff when you file a patent. In exchange for the public disclosure of your proprietary information, the government is willing to give you a patent.

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Patently-O

MARCH 10, 2022

Hoyt Fleming is a patent attorney, and former Chief Patent Counsel for Micron. He is also an inventor and builder (he has personally built three airplanes). Fleming sent a copy of his pending patent application to Cirrus who apparently then released a new aircraft embodying his patented design.

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The IPKat

AUGUST 31, 2022

Ownership of IP In a recent curious example, Spice DAO paid $3 million for an original 1975 copy of the Dune bible by Alejandro Jodorowsky. Similar, with regard to patents, under the Patents Act 1977 , an inventor means the “actual deviser of the invention” and the owner of a patent can be a company.

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The IPKat

OCTOBER 5, 2021

The AmeriKat instructing her computer overlord to come up with an invention which turns household objects into tuna Can machines be inventors? The US, the European Patent Office, and Australia all have considered this question. For his patent applications Dr Thaler replied ‘ by ownership of the creativity machine “DABUS” ’ ([6]).

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IP and Legal Filings

JULY 8, 2022

Patents in Oman. A patent is an exclusive right granted to the inventor against his invention, which may be a product or a process for a new way of doing something, provided that the patent owner discloses the technical information related to his invention in the patent publication. Examination.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Fortunately, with some basic knowledge and guidance, patenting your invention can be a straightforward and rewarding experience. Generally speaking, patenting an invention requires filing a patent application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Utility Patent or Design Patent?

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

JUNE 14, 2022

Moritz Ammelburg and Peter Fasse examine the patentability requirements and prosecution schemes in the US and Europe and how applicants can prepare applications that will best serve their needs in both jurisdictions. PDF copy available. Read the full article on Managing IP. Practice tip. Right of priority. Amendments.

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Patently-O

JANUARY 20, 2023

Some of the most beloved fixtures of the genre—time machines, faster-than-light space travel, teleportation, downloading memories, copying a consciousness, etcetera—are impossible or not yet possible when described by the author. Gernsback was also an inventor and serious scientific thinker in his own right. Compare 35 U.S.C. §

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SpicyIP

MARCH 29, 2024

Third, patentability of a method of agriculture- the issue of Section 3(h). The Factual Matrix Mitsui Chemicals (Appellant) filed a patent application in India through the PCT route in 2009. The application claimed priority from a Japanese application and the PCT claims was directed towards- “1. Let’s dive in.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JUNE 1, 2022

Are there any issues with your inventor declarations or assignments? Is the US patent law firm familiar with PCT nuances? What is the difference between theory and reality in US patent law practice? Do you need to expedite your US patent application? I would argue experience.

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Larson & Larson

MARCH 26, 2021

Understanding what exactly a patent is, and the purpose they serve, is important when determining if you need one. Well-known examples of patents include the iPhone, where Apple has exclusive rights to determine where iPhones can be sold and how they are represented, or even GPS. Plant Patents. How to Obtain a Patent.

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 24, 2022

However, if the Contractor fails to report any inventions to the contracting officer within two months of preparing the corresponding patent applications, the Contractor risks losing ownership of those inventions. The nations in which the Contractor seeks to file the patent application. important;}}.

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Dragons' Den

MARCH 2, 2023

You can prove your design protection by registering your designs or you can ask a solicitor to keep certified copies of your unregistered design as a record. Mark agreed with Deborah and explained that their invention is patent pending, which is the term used to describe a patent application that has been filed, but not yet been granted.

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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. Often, a patent inventor is also a company executive such as the CEO or CTO and their time is limited. What are the possible drawbacks?

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 17, 2024

Ideally, it is the responsibility of the Patent Office to check that every applicant wishing to obtain a patent registration is complying with the mandated rules and procedural formalities, and in case there are any lapses, the office must take appropriate measures. The second opponent also mentioned in Page No.

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IPilogue

JANUARY 14, 2022

This article summarizes the top developments reported on our blog and in patents, trademarks, and copyright law in 2021. Continued Debates over AI as an Inventor. Around the world, patent registrars grappled with patent applications that credit artificial intelligence software as the inventor. CCM Hockey).

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Oracle Supreme Court Decision , where the Court determined that Google’s copying of 11,500 lines of Oracle’s Java SE code was indeed fair use of that material as a matter of law. Patent Protection for Functionality. The most time-sensitive of all filings are your patent filings.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 8, 2022

Design patents protect the ornamental features of a product and can be obtained for any new, original, and non-obvious ornamental design for an article of manufacture. The USPTO is responsible for granting these types of patents. How Long do Design Patents Last? important;}.thegem-template-wrapper.wpb_wrapper.thegem-custom-6227f19f3f3a25707{align-items:

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IIPRD

OCTOBER 17, 2022

As recently in 2022 Hermès, a fashion house sued Manson an NFT (non-fungible token) creator for trademark infringement who marketed a digital asset called “Metabirkins”, which was a digital copy of a bag created by Hermès, which sold at many high prices. With the growing number of patent applications, the risk is also increasing.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

There are several types of IPRs that startups should be aware of: Patents: Patents protect new inventions and grant exclusive rights to the inventor for a limited period. Startups can secure copyrights to prevent unauthorized copying or distribution of their creative works.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

The thing that trips up a lot of inventors — and causes the USPTO to hold back giving out patent “candy” — is if their invention is strictly in the software or computer-related arts or is a discovery of a scientific process.

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Dragons' Den

MARCH 16, 2023

One of the biggest hurdles faced by Alan when growing his business was that he was not able to get a patent for his invention. The Dragons were particularly interested in this fact, because not having a patent means that others could, in theory, copy Alan’s invention. But is it new?

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IP Spotlight

APRIL 1, 2020

The USPTO subsequently revised this extension period for patents to June 30, 2020 for small and micro entities only. On June 12, the USPTO published an additional notice indicating that it will extend the time for claiming priority to a provisional patent application in certain situations.

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IIPRD

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

In her patent application, she claimed that her soup is free from preservatives and artificial additives. Despite the above-said provision, various patents as mentioned above were granted to the food composition, methods or process of preparation.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Their terms say I own full commercial (note they don’t say “exclusive”) rights to it and can apply for trademark registration for it (through the, naturally, even though they aren’t lawyers and will just copy whatever you provide them into the application and submit it whether it’s appropriate or not).

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Intepat

APRIL 19, 2023

In other words, copyright does not prevent others from creating a similar software program or user interface, as long as they do not copy the original code or design. As a result, it is apparent that patent law offers a broader scope of protection in contrast to copyright law, which is primarily relied upon by inventors in this field.

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Canadian Intellectual Property Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Copies of brochures and presentations may be saved or may be destroyed afterwards. Unfortunately, what is good for the sharing of information is often not good for the patenting of inventions that arise from the research and products presented at these conferences. File a provisional or utility patent application before the event.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

Just like other patents, the patent protection on Blockchain also achieves exclusive rights to its inventor or assignee in exchange of details about the blockchain invented to be released in the public domain. In recent times, globally more and more patent applications are being filed for blockchain technology.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

Just like other patents, the patent protection on Blockchain also achieves exclusive rights to its inventor or assignee in exchange of details about the blockchain invented to be released in the public domain. In recent times, globally more and more patent applications are being filed for blockchain technology.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

Just like other patents, the patent protection on Blockchain also achieves exclusive rights to its inventor or assignee in exchange of details about the blockchain invented to be released in the public domain. In recent times, globally more and more patent applications are being filed for blockchain technology.

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LexBlog IP

MAY 12, 2023

Obtaining patents or trademarks for their inventions or brand names can prevent others from copying or imitating their innovations, protecting those ideas and giving them a competitive edge. Also check out the Patent Pro Bono Program for Independent Inventors and Small Businesses.

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Garrigues Blog

JANUARY 12, 2022

Under the right of prior use, the owner of a patent cannot enforce its exclusive rights against those who have used the invention in Spain or made serious and effective preparations to use it before the patent’s priority date. 201/2012, of 28 May 2012 ). 65/2001, of January 31, 2001 ).

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Patently-O

JANUARY 3, 2024

After talking again with Jane, EL decided to patent the device. He initially filed a provisional patent application in June 2020. That was followed by a non-provisional patent application in January 2021 claiming priority back to the provisional. Question 3. What do you think?

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Intepat

DECEMBER 4, 2023

This evolution is also exemplified by the substantial increase in patent applications filed by MSMEs in the preceding financial year, a development that highlights the growing importance of patents as a strategic tool in this segment of the Indian economy.

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