The IP Law Blog

JUNE 9, 2022

A design patent protects a new, original, ornamental design for an article of manufacture. Ornamental” means that the design is purely decorative; the patentability is based on its visual aspects. The design must be a design for a specific article; it cannot exist independently of the article.

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 1, 2021

The Report recommends that instead of completely abandoning patent applications for non-compliance with minor procedural/timeline requirements, penalties or fees should be imposed to induce some flexibility in the process. Lastly, the recommendation on improving the Patent Office website is a much welcome suggestion.

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Garrigues Blog

JANUARY 12, 2022

All of us at the Garrigues IP Blog would like to wish you a very happy new year. This seems like the perfect time, then, to talk about one of the scenarios in which (IP wise) the past can prove to be extremely important when facing the future: the right of prior use to counter infringement of patents or utility models.

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IP Intelligence

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Design patents offer valuable protection in a patent portfolio, including conferring different strategic advantages compared to those of utility patents. For example, design patents allow for recovery of “total profits” — not just lost profits or reasonable royalties as provided for infringed utility patents. [1]

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The IP Law Blog

JANUARY 18, 2024

Companies rely on intellectual property (“IP”) rights to protect their valuable information, creations, and branding. IP rights come in several forms: copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets. While there are certain rights in common law trademarks, greater protection is afforded by registering the mark with the USPTO.

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 2, 2021

A Parliamentary Standing Committee Report that Challenges the Fine Balances Within the IP System. Scaria points out that the Report lacks focused questions of enquiry and instead undertakes a superficial review of all IP laws in the country. Parliamentary Committee on IP Suggests Against Scrapping of IPAB. Part I and II.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

As further explained below, companies should thus very seriously consider the inclusion of patent markings on all relevant products. Design Patent No. 13, 2015, which was the design patent asserted in the matter noted above. Patent Act has been provided. Design Patent No. 26, 2022) (Cote, J.).

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43(B)log

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The court rejected arguments that the materiality of the claim distinguished it from Dastar -barred claims, and that “first of its kind” doesn’t necessarily imply anything about patent/IP status. were not designed to protect originality or creativity.” “Yet Zobmondo Ent. Imagination Int’l Corp., The court here disagreed.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JUNE 15, 2023

How you do patent only successful products without waiting too long ? You want to patent only successful products, but you need time to determine which products will sell well. US patent laws, however, impose deadlines on patenting. Would a design patent be worth your money and time?

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The IPKat

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Although spring is one month and a couple of days away from us, IP events and opportunities are already blooming and you can find a bundle of the best here. OxFirst - Damage Calculations in Patent Infringement Cases in the U.S.A. - Registration is open and can be made here. The deadline for application is 11 March 2022.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 18, 2024

Companies rely on intellectual property (“IP”) rights to protect their valuable information, creations, and branding. IP rights come in several forms: copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets. And with patents, the only protection arises when the USPTO issues a patent on an invention.

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The IP Law Blog

APRIL 27, 2023

Any person other than the patent owner may file a petition for an IPR, challenging the patentability of any claim of an issued patent. In general, a petition cannot be filed until at least nine months after the grant of the patent.

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Intepat

MAY 18, 2023

INTRODUCTION Oftentimes, it is observed how intellectual property laws, specifically; patent laws are contradictory to competition and antitrust laws. Patent laws acknowledge that patents play a crucial role in facilitating the exchange of goods and services.

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SpicyIP

MARCH 11, 2024

Here is our recap of last week’s top IP developments. Highlights of the Week Hot-Tubbing in Indian IP Litigation: Delhi High Court Issues Directives in High-Stakes Patent Infringement Case Image from [link] here Recently, the DHC issued directives regarding expert evidence in the Perjeta patent litigation.

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IP and Legal Filings

MARCH 27, 2024

Introduction The main emphasis of the case pertains to accusations of patent infringement made by the defendant, as well as the subsequent pursuit of damages. The purpose of submitting the application was to mitigate the risk of patent infringement amongst the ongoing legal proceedings. 1903 RPC 225. 1906 RPC 6.

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The IP Law Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2022

In SSMiller IP LLC v. Sugar Beets LLC, 2-22-cv-02576 (CDCA Oct. 21, 2022) District Judge George H. Wu of the Central District of California found the parties did not sufficiently meet and confer as required by the Local Rules before Plaintiff filed its motion to dismiss Defendant’s noninfringement and invalidity counterclaims.

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The IP Law Blog

MAY 7, 2021

As way of background, in patent infringement cases, Courts are authorized to award “reasonable attorney fees to the prevailing party” in “exceptional cases.” ” A finding of subjective bad faith may be supported solely by circumstantial evidence, without inquiry into the plaintiff’s state of mind.

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IP and Legal Filings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Should you go for Patents or Copyrights? However, software enjoys dual protection under copyright and patent law, but which law prevails will depend on the strategic advantage sought by the applicant. The post Patentability Search of Software in India first appeared on IPLF.

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Intepat

AUGUST 25, 2023

The 2003 Rules came in super session of the erstwhile Patents Rules, 1972 and provided an elaborate description of the filing procedure and allied actions. However, considering the gap of 20 years, there was a need to bring about certain amendments with the changing interpretations and dynamics of patent law.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

JANUARY 3, 2023

Sara Fish works closely with clients on all aspects of IP litigation and has experience in consumer products, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, consumer electronics, software applications, and various other technologies. As a patent attorney registered to practice before the U.S. in biology. Joel received his J.D., in history.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 31, 2021

.” HTC did not support its proposed jury instructions with French law or the specific provisions of Ericsson’s FRAND commitment with ETSI: In spite of [Ericsson’s FRAND commitment being governed by French contract law], HTC’s proposed jury instructions are based on United States patent law.

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IP Tech Blog

AUGUST 18, 2023

On June 1, 2021, the Fourth Amendment to the Chinese Patent Law became effective. An important part of the amendment is the introduction by Article 76 of the patent linkage system in China – a system for litigation of drug patents prior to market entry of generics, similar to that provided by the Hatch Waxman Act in the US.

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 16, 2023

After another busy week here at SpicyIP, we bring out the quick summaries of the 6 blogposts that were put up, along with 12 case summaries and national and international IP developments for you. Important IP cases that we’re missing out on? Bill to Decriminalise IP Offences Misses the Mark and Dilutes Significant Provisions.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 18, 2023

On June 1, 2021, the Fourth Amendment to the Chinese Patent Law became effective. An important part of the amendment is the introduction by Article 76 of the patent linkage system in China – a system for litigation of drug patents prior to market entry of generics, similar to that provided by the Hatch Waxman Act in the US.

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The IP Law Blog

APRIL 14, 2022

In the case, Plaintiff California Costume Collections (“CCC”) filed its Complaint against Defendant Pandaloon, LLC (“Pandaloon”) for declaratory judgment of non-infringement, invalidity, and unenforceability of U.S. Design Patent No. D806,325 (the “D325 Patent”) for a “Pet Costume.”

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