Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) refer to the legal rights granted to individuals or businesses for their creations or inventions. 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.

Intellectual Property 52

Intellectual Property Cease and Desist Invention Branding 52

SpicyIP

JULY 2, 2021

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is the federal agency for granting U.S. patents and registering trademarks. The USPTO registers trademarks based on the commerce clause of the Constitution (Article I, Section 8, Clause 3). About the USPTO.

Intellectual Property 105

Intellectual Property Registering Trademarks Patent Application Inventor 105

Kashishipr

MAY 25, 2022

A patent refers to an exclusive right granted by the patent authority of a nation to the inventor or applicant of a unique invention. One of the essential requirements to be met for obtaining Patent Protection is that of novelty, i.e., the invention in question must be unique around the world. 3) State-of-the-Art Search.

Patent 78

Patent Patent Application Inventor Invention 78

Patent Trademark Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In order to get a design patent, the ornamental appearance of your invention must be sufficiently unique. In other words, consumers purchase a product under one mark thinking that the product originates from the same source as that of another trademark. Trademark Application Rejection: Plan B – Apply for a Design Patent?

Design Patent 52

Design Patent Designs Design Patent Application 52

Kashishipr

DECEMBER 8, 2021

To seek Patent Protection on it is not possible per se since the element of the inventive step is absent, which is of the three essential pillars on which a patented invention is found (inventive step, industrial use, and novelty). A life form is basically a living thing that exists in nature.

Patent 105

Patent Intellectual Property Invention Ownership 105

Traverse Legal Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

issued patents , pending patent applications, registered trademarks, pending trademark applications , copyrights , trade secrets , etc.) What kind of process does the target have for protecting its invention? For example, does the target have an invention disclosure process in place?

Due Diligence 75

Due Diligence IP Intellectual Property Invention 75

LexBlog IP

JANUARY 25, 2022

As an inventor, you know that protecting your invention is vital to its success. These tools will help you better understand the patent process, conduct your own preliminary patent search, protect your invention, and more! Free Online Tools and Resources for Inventors. Jump to a Section: USPTO Website. Events and Webinars.

Inventor 52

Inventor Intellectual Property Invention Patent Application 52

Kashishipr

JULY 28, 2021

In the absence of such a doctrine, the true essence of the patent and the monopolistic rights would never be realized to their full potential as it would enable the competitors to make unimportant changes to the invention to claim another set of rights altogether. Brief Introduction.

Patent Application 59

Patent Application Patent Invention Art 59

Kashishipr

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

It may so happen that the patent holder makes a misleading or misrepresenting or false disclosure of information, which is material to the invention. Hence, inequitable conduct may occur, for example, if one bribes researchers to lie as to the original date of the invention. It is a breach of the duty of candor.

Patent Application 105

Patent Application Invention Patent Inventor 105

Kashishipr

JUNE 23, 2021

Generally speaking, IP laws safeguard the right of the proprietor of the original work or invention, including literature, inventions, logos, designs, etc. .” Therefore, the domain of big data cannot escape the interplay of IP laws in its administration and protection against third parties. Big Data and Patents.

Intellectual Property 98

Intellectual Property Invention IP Copyright 98

Kashishipr

JUNE 15, 2022

A patent refers to a form of Intellectual Property (IP) granted over any method, process, device, or substance (after a successful Patent Application process) that is original, novel, industrially applicable, and involves an inventive step. Patent holders own the exclusive right to exploit their patented inventions or innovations.

Patent 45

Patent Invention Licensing Intellectual Property 45

IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Patent: Blockchain-related inventions can be protected as patents. Additionally, pursuant to Article 25 of the ITE Law, electronic information and electronic documents formed into an intellectual work, internet site or intellectual work contained therein are protected by intellectual property rights.

Non-Fungible Tokens 83

Non-Fungible Tokens Intellectual Property Registering Trademarks Trademark Law 83

Kashishipr

OCTOBER 19, 2022

That is why it is imperative to have your trademark registered. Having a Trademark Registration in place shall provide you with exclusive rights over its ownership and usage. A Registered Trademark helps optimize goodwill, safeguard brand value, and build trust.

Trademark 52

Trademark Branding Brands Branding 52

Kashishipr

JULY 7, 2021

The invention should be a new addition to state of the art such that it is non-obvious and industrially applicable. The grant of a patent gives the patent holder a right to exclude others from making, selling, using, or importing the invention. vs. Bicron Corp., where it examined the question under three different categories.

Patent 105

Patent Intellectual Property Invention Patent Law 105

Kashishipr

JANUARY 27, 2022

For example, if a business company has a patented invention, the specific details of that invention may have to be disclosed to the venture capitalists or inventors who may be interested in investing or buying it.

Business 105

Business Confidentiality IP Intellectual Property 105

Art Law Journal

JUNE 30, 2022

Few people would want something that they put their heart and soul into creating, whether that’s art, music, design, or an invention, being used or sold without their permission. Trademark protects words, symbols, and slogans that identify products or services. That’s understandable. There are two types of patents.

Intellectual Property 67

Intellectual Property Invention Intellectual Property Law Design Patent 67

SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

It further held that “ if a prominent part of the registered trademark is subsequently adopted by another user, either on a standalone basis or as a part of the composite mark, the same may in a given case indicate that the two marks are deceptively similar. Future Bath Products Private Ltd. vs Corza International & Ors.

Patent Prosecution 111

Patent Prosecution Invention Journalism IP 111

Corsearch

AUGUST 2, 2023

Trademark infringement is defined as a mark that looks and/or sounds like yours is used without your authorization. Counterfeiting is one type of trademark infringement, where individuals or businesses use exact copies of registered trademarks to mislead customers and pass them off as your brand.

Branding 52

Branding Brands Branding Reporting 52

Kashishipr

MARCH 9, 2022

A patent is a form of Intellectual Property (IP) granted to the owners of an invention or innovation, giving them the right to control how others could use or exploit their invention or innovation. They believe in open-sourcing their patented inventions for use and modification under well-defined clauses, terms, and conditions.

Patent 81

Patent Patent Troll Licensing Invention 81

Kashishipr

APRIL 20, 2022

Now, some other person can obtain patent or utility model protection on the same invention only if he arrived at that invention independently. For instance, let us assume that there is a particular method for producing a product ‘A’ that has been protected by a trade secret.

Intellectual Property 119

Intellectual Property Confidentiality Public Domain Business 119

LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

If a trademark lapses, a new registration must be applied for, with no applicable priority. In view of the above, for a new year, it is advisable to review the expiration dates of all registered trademarks, prepare a renewal calendar, and include the renewal expenses in the annual budget.

IP 52

IP Registration Reporting Trademark 52

Corsearch

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Unauthorized utilization of a mark resembling yours constitutes trademark infringement, encompassing both visual and auditory similarities. Conversely, Lookalikes and replica products intentionally exclude trademarks from their design and packaging. Patents Patents provide protection for inventions, products, or industrial processes.

Branding 59

Branding Brands Branding Intellectual Property 59

Kashishipr

JUNE 3, 2021

It makes a profit from exploiting patented inventions and innovations that qualify under this regime. The company is a member of the group of companies that worked on a particular invention, has active ownership of the invention, and takes a significant role in managing its whole portfolio of patented inventions.

Intellectual Property 98

Intellectual Property Ownership IP Licensing 98

Corsearch

AUGUST 24, 2023

If someone uses your mark without authorization, it constitutes trademark infringement. Counterfeits Counterfeiting is a specific type of trademark infringement where exact copies of registered trademarks on products are used to deceive customers into believing they are buying from the original brand.

Branding 52

Branding Brands Branding Copyright Infringement 52

Corsearch

AUGUST 14, 2023

Trademark infringement occurs when a mark resembling yours is used without authorization. Counterfeiting is one form of trademark infringement, where exact copies of registered trademarks are used to deceive customers and pass off as your brand.

Branding 52

Branding Brands Branding Intellectual Property 52

Art Law Journal

JUNE 30, 2022

Few people would want something that they put their heart and soul into creating, whether that’s art, music, design, or an invention, being used or sold without their permission. Trademark protects words, symbols, and slogans that identify products or services. That’s understandable. There are two types of patents.

Intellectual Property 52

Intellectual Property IP Invention Designs 52

IIPRD

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Copyrighted content: Copyright is a sort of intellectual property that preserves the author’s creative piece, such as images, videos, written material, art, etc and other creative inventions. It grants the original work’s creator the power to distribute, make copies of, exhibit, or perform it.

Social Media 59

Social Media IP Intellectual Property Copying 59

The IPKat

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Thus, the pink colour caused by the chromium oxide was not an arbitrary choice, but rather an intentional decision by CeramTec to prolong the monopoly on its invention. It is irrelevant that the chromium oxide was later discovered not to have the technical effect it was thought it had.

Art 67

Art Registration Registering Trademarks Intellectual Property 67

LexBlog IP

APRIL 19, 2023

Patents A patent permits the owner to exclude others from making, using, offering to sell, selling, or importing the invention of the patent. To legally put their own trademark on a product originally made by a third party, the seller should first obtain permission from the third party in writing. Registering trademarks with the U.S.

Intellectual Property Law 52

Intellectual Property Law Intellectual Property Law IP 52

Kashishipr

MAY 5, 2021

There are two sides to a coin, and therefore, while patent enforcing entities are always looked down on, there is another side to the story where they can do well to inventions – the extent of the same, however, stands questioned. Facts also suggest that 90 percent of these cases are decided in favor of the defendants.

Patent Troll 98

Patent Troll Patent Inventor Intellectual Property 98

IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 30, 2022

The Philippines Intellectual Property Office (IPOPHL) maintains a registry of patents and trademarks that is widely recognized in Southeast Asia. Granting patents registrations is generally based on a first-to-file (or first-to-invent, depending on the country) basis. Image Source: iStock].

Trademark 84

Trademark Intellectual Property Registration IP 84

Patent Trademark Blog

MARCH 18, 2022

When it comes to new ideas, we’re talking about inventions. And inventions can be protected with patents. You might consider both if your invention is both functionally and visually unique. Consider how an IP portfolio filled with registered trademarks and patents might affect your funding or sales.

Intellectual Property 52

Intellectual Property IP Confidentiality Patent Application 52

Kashishipr

JULY 27, 2022

In simple terms, it pertains to the original creations of the human intellect, including inventions, symbols, designs, artistic works, literary works, and so on. Without any doubt, innovations and inventions take a lot of hard work, effort, money, and time, making it arduous to come up with them every time in an inconsistent market.

Intellectual Property 52

Intellectual Property Artistic Work IP Marketing 52

IP and Legal Filings

MARCH 5, 2024

As per the Trade Marks Act, of 1999, a trademark is any symbol that may be visually shown and can differentiate the goods or services of one entity from those of other entities. Keyword advertising that violates trademarks gives rise to concerns about customer confusion as well as potential legal repercussions.

Trademark 84

Trademark Social Media Advertising Advertising 84

IP and Legal Filings

AUGUST 4, 2022

Black’s Law Dictionary defines intellectual property as “a commercially valuable product of the human intellect, in a concrete or abstract form such as a copyrightable work, a protectable trademark, a patentable invention, or a trade secret.” Collective marks have also been used successfully in the tourism business.

Intellectual Property Law 74

Intellectual Property Law Intellectual Property Law Social Media 74

Intepat

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Having found that the Respondent was operating hotels under the name “Sai Renaissance” in Bangalore, they alleged that this was an infringement of their trademark and sought damages. The Trial Court restrained the Respondent from using the mark, but on the other hand, no damages were awarded.

Trademark 98

Trademark Trademark Law Registering Trademarks Law 98

Kashishipr

JUNE 30, 2021

It means that if someone knows about one module, which a company seeks to keep as a trade secret, the same person may not need to know about the module, which it seeks to put out in the open for consumer use (patentable invention). as has also been observed above.

Intellectual Property 111

Intellectual Property IP Designs Design 111