Texas Intellectual Property Law Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Individuals and companies in the process of patenting an invention must conduct a thorough patent search. Review these basics about the patent search process before applying for a patent. The inventor must describe the manufacturing process and the intended use of the product.

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Texas Intellectual Property Law Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Individuals and companies in the process of patenting an invention must conduct a thorough patent search. Review these basics about the patent search process before applying for a patent. The inventor must describe the manufacturing process and the intended use of the product.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

From Idea to Invention The patent process can be very daunting if you’re new to intellectual property law. Generally speaking, patenting an invention requires filing a patent application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Below is helpful information about patenting an invention.

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Dragons' Den

MARCH 30, 2023

This process is not quick and can take several years before you receive a granted patent. It also costs money, so you need to make sure that the potential benefit of a patent will outweigh the time, effort and money it takes to get and maintain one.

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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. These rights encompass various forms of intangible assets, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.

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Patent Trademark Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2021

What is the average wait time for an examiner to begin review your utility patent application? Experienced utility patent filers know something that might be a shock to first time applicants. The utility patent wait time for a first review of your application can be unbearably long.

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IPilogue

MAY 31, 2022

Smaller companies producing “nascent technologies” are unable to fight these lawsuits without raising costs for consumers or harming their ability to create new products. Google proposes 3 developments: support for the US Patent Trademark Office (PTO), Judiciary review of forum shopping, and congressional changes to address patent abuse.

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Kashishipr

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

The duty of candor states that a few individuals associated with the Patent Application have some duties and rights related to the submission of information, which shall be catered to irrespectively. It was much later in 1945 when the Supreme Court recognized that such unqualified conduct of an inventor amounts to damage of public interest.

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Selvam & Selvam Blog

AUGUST 11, 2023

Registrar of Trademarks rather scathingly pointed out a glaring error in an order passed by the Senior Examiner of Trademarks. The Trademarks Office (TMO) was directed to restore the Appellant’s application and to dispose of the same in an expeditious manner. In April this year, the Delhi HC in Blackberry Ltd v.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Gaingels Scholarship: Established in 2020, the Gaingels Scholarship program supports need-based LGBTQIA+ and minority students with $5,000 grants, helping them cover tuition costs and providing opportunities for internships and mentorship. For more information on the ASGL program and application details, visit the Invest Atlanta website.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Patent and Trademark Office gave away process patents like candy. Under the statute, “[w]hoever invents or discovers any new and useful process, machine, manufacture, or composition of matter, or any new and useful improvement thereof, may obtain a patent therefor, subject to the conditions and requirements of this title.”

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Software products, functionality, and source code can be protected through various means, including trademarks, copyrights, patents, trade secrets, and non-disclosure agreements. Jump To: Trademark Protection for Branding. Trademark Protection for Branding. The most time-sensitive of all filings are your patent filings.

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TraskBritt Intellectual Property

MARCH 30, 2021

In May of 2019, Tesla filed a patent application for “Pulsed Laser Cleaning of Debris Accumulated on Glass Articles in Vehicles and Photovoltaic Assemblies.” The Tesla laser patent application also considers using the technology to clean debris from photovoltaic solar panels. Steps to Obtain a Patent. Solvay S.A.

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Patently-O

APRIL 30, 2024

Patent offices prefer patent documents as prior art because they are drafted to meet the strict enablement standards and filed with sworn veracity statements. Services like All Prior Art are using AI to churn out and ‘publish’ many millions of generated texts, hoping some will preempt future patent applications.

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Intepat

JUNE 9, 2023

It intends to regulate the copyright law, which is managed by the Ministry of Human Resources and Development as well as the trademarks, patents, and designs act, which were overseen by Controller of Patents, Designs and Trademarks. Intellectual Property also promotes the culture, biodiversity and traditional knowledge.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JULY 14, 2021

Most PCT applicants will likely consider the US as one of the potential national stage entries. Furthermore, patent prosecution occurring after the initial filing will vary by each governmental patent office. Some IP offices may present a more challenging patent examination process than others.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 14, 2022

A patentability search allows a patent practitioner to assess the likelihood of successfully obtaining a patent with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”). To be patentable, the new and useful process, machine, manufacture, or composition of matter (“invention”) must be novel and non-obvious.

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LexBlog IP

MAY 12, 2023

It includes patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. 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. Here are some tips for investing in IP judiciously and managing your legal costs.

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The IPKat

JANUARY 9, 2022

She described her role as leading a team that “looks external to WIPO to ask how do we get women involved in the invention, creation, and innovation processes, and how do we make sure they’re well-served within the IP system.” That said, WIPO is in the process of trying to bring people back to the office by the end of 2021.

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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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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

OCTOBER 4, 2022

5] The court also noted that since the motion was filed, the court had issued a claim construction order and heard arguments and issued rulings on multiple motions to compel. [6] 6] The court found that Samsung did not offer any persuasive argument for why the motion was not timely filed and denied the motion on this ground alone.

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Patent Trademark Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Focus on what matters most So much can be said, and has been said, about the patent application process. To avoid information overload, let’s get back to the most basic things you need to know to file a patent application. Utility and design applications are not mutually exclusive. It can feel overwhelming.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JANUARY 18, 2024

A winning formula boils down to: Getting the right patents; and Enforcing your patents cost-effectively. Me-too products may be better off with simply trademark registration. If your product has unique aesthetic features that are nonfunctional, file a design patent application. Need patents to sell more?

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Stephen Thaler’s AI DABUS, holding that an AI software cannot be listed as an inventor. on December 21, 2023 (Delhi High Court) Image from here The Appellant filed an appeal against the order of the Trademark Registry allowing the opposition against the Appellant’s ‘BSA’ mark. SpicyIP intern Vedika discusses this development.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JUNE 8, 2023

The patent application process is inherently challenging. Excuse 1: Your Patent Application Has Been Rejected (for the first time) It can be frustrating to have your patent application rejected by the USPTO. Before firing your patent lawyer, recognize that Office Actions are normal in utility patent applications.

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IIPRD

MAY 10, 2020

Some of these schemes and programs work with the assistance of professional IP practitioners who are empaneled in respective departments, programs, or schemes while others provide monetary assistance to start-ups, inventors, institutions, etc. At the time of filing of Application. CENTRAL GOVERNMENT SCHEMES AND PROGRAMMES.

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 2, 2022

We’ve tried to represent a diversity of subject matter also in this list, so we have a fair sprinkling of cases dealing with copyright, patents, trademarks, competition law etc. When ENIL broadcast music in cities other than the ones in the agreement, IPRS filed an infringement suit.

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IP and Legal Filings

AUGUST 28, 2021

Multiple changes were made in the law to simplify the process of applying for or getting an IP. Moreover, to make the system more accessible for inventors, the application process was simplified. The primary aim is to engage more customers and inventors in getting their IP registered in a fair and simplified manner.

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SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Pharmaceutical Trademark Confusion: Poison Pill or Public Health? Pikashow Application And Ors On 4 November, 2022 (Delhi High Court). Parties settled out of court with Defendant agreeing to pay 1 lakh of nominal costs. while also acknowledging the pending applications for change of ownership. Highlights of the Week.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 5, 2022

Although the copyright process is fairly inexpensive and simple, fashion companies should take extra care as to not be copyright infringers themselves. The application process for a design patent is simple. The reviewal process for the U.S. 18] It is important to note that the product as a whole cannot be functional. [19]

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Above the Fold

JULY 5, 2022

Although the copyright process is fairly inexpensive and simple, fashion companies should take extra care as to not be copyright infringers themselves. The application process for a design patent is simple. The reviewal process for the U.S. 18] It is important to note that the product as a whole cannot be functional. [19]

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

JANUARY 11, 2022

FDA also continued to consider alleged anti-competitive behavior raised in a December 2020 citizen petition filed by BI. In the guidance documents, FDA provides “answers to common questions from prospective applicants and other interested parties regarding the Biologics Price Competition and Innovation Act of 2009 (BPCI Act).”

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