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Obviousness Test for Design Patents Unchanged

The IP Law Blog

Design patents and utility patents are two different things. Design patents protect ornamental designs, such as the shape of a perfume bottle or the design on flatware. To be patentable, however, both designs and functional inventions must satisfy two requirements. Telflex, Inc.,

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Peloton, Lululemon and Nike Patent Infringement Lawsuits: Practical Intellectual Property Considerations

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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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Obviousness Test for Design Patents Unchanged

LexBlog IP

Design patents and utility patents are two different things. Design patents protect ornamental designs, such as the shape of a perfume bottle or the design on flatware. To be patentable, however, both designs and functional inventions must satisfy two requirements. Telflex, Inc.,

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When Is Trade Secret Protection the Right Choice?

The IP Law Blog

Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) states, ” a trademark protects brand names and logos used on goods and services. 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.” then it is no longer a trade secret.

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When Is Trade Secret Protection the Right Choice?

LexBlog IP

Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) states, ” a trademark protects brand names and logos used on goods and services. 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.”

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IP infringement in Metaverse

IIPRD

Patent Infringement. The patent is a property right granted to the owner or inventor, it is given for an invention, which includes the product or even the process that provides a new way of doing something or provides an innovative solution to a problem. Conclusion and Suggestions.

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SpicyIP Weekly Review (January 17- January 22)

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Other Posts COVID-19 Vaccine Patent Infringement? The Battle Between Moderna and Pfizer/BioNTech Continues The litigation surrounding mRNA patent thickens in the USA as Pfizer/ BioNTech files defence and counterclaims against the patent infringement allegations made by Moderna.

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