IP.com

JANUARY 29, 2024

Over the last decade, the total annual patent applications submitted to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) each year is over 600,000 applications. The fastest patent review process time is 6-12 months if fast-tracked via Track One , with the average taking up to 22 months.

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IP and Legal Filings

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Thus, there is an unmistakable similarity between domain names and trademarks, which is why domain names have been granted trademark recognition and protection. Reliance is also a registered trademark, and as such, it is protected from trademark infringement.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 31, 2022

The objective of the Singapore Treaty is to create a modern and dynamic international framework for the harmonization of administrative trademark registration procedures. The Singapore Treaty is applicable to all types of marks registrable under the law of a given Contracting Party.

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IPilogue

MAY 31, 2022

Healthy patent systems can sometimes be described as a way to incentivize creative inventions, encourage building on existing ideas, and avoid frivolous litigation. Patent litigation has been on the rise , with 46% more patent litigation lawsuits in 2021 than in 2018. . Google’s contribution to the US patent system.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

Trademarks: Trademarks safeguard brand names, logos, symbols, or phrases that distinguish a startup’s products or services from competitors’ Registering a trademark ensures exclusive usage and prevents others from causing confusion among consumers. WHY ARE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IMPORTANT FOR STARTUPS?

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

IPR primarily include patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, and designs, each serving a specific purpose in protecting various forms of intellectual creations. Cost Constraints: Financial constraints often pose a significant challenge for startups in pursuing comprehensive IP protection.

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IP Intelligence

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued a precedential Final Order for Sanctions against Chinese practitioner and law firm Yusha Zhang and Shenzhen Huanyee Intellectual Property Co., for filing more than 15,000 applications and other submissions that were deemed fraudulent. 10, 2021, the U.S. See Report at 3.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 19, 2023

A basic understanding of Intellectual Property (IP) law is essential to managing an Amazon storefront, as IP issues can be a minefield for the uninformed. Trademarks Trademarks are words or symbols used to identify the source of a product. This can lead to expensive “false marketing” litigation.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 13, 2022

In 2021, applications filed in Canada went up 13.7%, partly due to Canada’s accession to the Madrid Protocol. When Canada is designated via the Madrid Protocol, the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) will communicate directly with the applicant if a Canadian trademark agent is not appointed.

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IP and Legal Filings

MARCH 13, 2023

The controller general or the registrar, is vested with extensive powers as well as a fundamental duty to administer the patent process with proper diligence and ensure the protection of the innovation along with the rights of the patentee. The act was adopted to give effect to the provisions of Madrid Protocol.

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 29, 2024

Beat the ‘Monday Blues’ with our recap of IP developments from last week. SpicyIP Tidbit)Nokia- Oppo SEP Litigation: The Dust (Dispute) Finally Settles! (Hons) at Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab.] Read Yogesh’s post to know more about the judgment! Read SpicyIP tidbit on this development.

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SpicyIP

JULY 13, 2023

Of late, even in the EU, there has been an increased focus on the quality of patents in response to the rise of business models centered around patent litigation. This lack of adequate time allocated for these crucial processes could result in hurried assessments and potentially lead to oversights.

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The IPKat

JANUARY 9, 2022

Back in October, University of Illinois Chicago School of Law’s Center for Intellectual Property (“IP”), Information, and Privacy Law organized and virtually hosted its International IP Practice Seminar. Jorgenson discussed her new appointment as WIPO’s first IP and Gender Champion. Adam Ernette (UIC) reports on the seminar.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 26, 2021

trademark opposition proceedings can be done within budget. Here’s just one important fact to consider: While the cost of a fully-litigated trial on the merits before the U.S. Here’s just one important fact to consider: While the cost of a fully-litigated trial on the merits before the U.S.

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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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43(B)log

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Introduction: Robert Burrell IP Australia exerts extraordinary control over legislative agenda; if you can persuade IP Au. IP Australia also regulates patent & TM attorneys through professional standards board domination. So in litigation, no one says “the Office has done this 20 times before.”

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SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

This brings me to my Octobers’ sift – a sift that yielded some sinuous ​​IP stories. This is a “serials crisis” i.e., a situation when rising subscription costs for scholarly journals exceed academic library budgets, hampering researchers’ access. Corruption in IP Offices, Anything New? and Class 5.2

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 21, 2021

The Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 (“TMA”) becomes effective on December 27, 2021 and makes several important amendments to federal trademark law (the Lanham Act) intended to modernize trademark application examinations and clean house of trademark registrations for marks not used in commerce.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

In recent times, globally more and more patent applications are being filed for blockchain technology. They are commonly being filed in the financial sector, non-financial sector (real estate) and other generic sectors. Most number of patents for blockchains were filed in the year 2017.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

In recent times, globally more and more patent applications are being filed for blockchain technology. They are commonly being filed in the financial sector, non-financial sector (real estate) and other generic sectors. Most number of patents for blockchains were filed in the year 2017.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

In recent times, globally more and more patent applications are being filed for blockchain technology. They are commonly being filed in the financial sector, non-financial sector (real estate) and other generic sectors. Most number of patents for blockchains were filed in the year 2017.

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IP Tech Blog

JULY 18, 2023

AI will inevitably lead to better efficiency and lower client costs. At least in the early days, however, the lower client costs come at a loss of confidence in the quality of work product, as the Schwartz Affair shows. At least one judge has defined the boundaries for litigants appearing in his court.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 18, 2023

AI will inevitably lead to better efficiency and lower client costs. At least in the early days, however, the lower client costs come at a loss of confidence in the quality of work product, as the Schwartz Affair shows. At least one judge has defined the boundaries for litigants appearing in his court.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

JANUARY 11, 2022

patent applications have mimicked the larger investment in AI technologies, AI-related IP disputes have lagged behind consumer adoption. Even at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) – one of the busiest forums for IP disputes – very few cases directly involve AI technologies. patent litigation. CLS Bank International.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 17, 2023

He is interested in IP law, and commercial and criminal litigation. From conflicting positions on AI as a co-author of a work to the contours of information required u/s 39 about the patent applications filed abroad, we had some engaging posts on this blog this week. Recently, the MHC clarified its position on this.

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SpicyIP

JULY 31, 2023

Her area of interest lies in IP and corporate law. Gaurangi writes on the recent DPIIT public notice restraining Copyright Societies from violating Section 52(1)(za), remarking how it falls short in clarifying the present situation and may be susceptible to further litigation. Hollow Victory? The last date to apply is August 05, 2023.

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 2, 2022

Continuing our annual tradition of recounting the significant developments that impacted the Indian IP landscape in the year that has been, we bring you a round-up of 2021’s developments. This year, we have divided these developments into three categories: a) Top 10 IP Judgments/Orders (Topicality/Impact).

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SpicyIP

JULY 10, 2023

Last week, we had some interesting discussions on the blog and saw some important IP development across the courts. For instance, the Delhi High Court directed Oppo to deposit the royalty amount, in its high-profile SEP litigation with Nokia. Last week also saw many landmark orders from the courts across the nation.

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Erik K Pelton

JULY 28, 2020

A few weeks ago, the USPTO published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to adjust fees for trademark filings. According to a 2013 report from WIPO, small and medium-sized enterprises rely on trademarks much more than patents. Comment process: In the fall, the USPTO had limited discussions with stakeholders about the fee proposal.

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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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SpicyIP

MAY 6, 2024

Here is our recap of last week’s top IP developments including summaries of posts on the DHC’s decision in Natco v. on 1 May, 2024 (Delhi High Court) An intra-court appeal was filed by the appellant challenging dismissal of a pre-grant opposition by the Controller regarding Tropilite’s artificial liquid cream.

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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 30, 2023

As 2023 comes to an end, in line with our annual tradition, we take stock of the top IP developments that occurred this year. We’ve tried to represent a diversity of subject matter also in this list, so it’s a mixed bag of cases dealing with patents, trademarks, copyright law etc. A special thanks to Mr. G. Nataraj, Ms.

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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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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JULY 17, 2023

the Supreme Court held that the Lanham Act does not reach trademark infringement that occurs outside of the United States (US). Abitron garnered far less attention than did other intellectual property (IP) cases argued this term, including Jack Daniels Products, Inc. Hetronic International Inc. , In Yegiazaryan v.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

DECEMBER 13, 2021

With the spike in economic growth in the battery and electric vehicle (EV) industries, the IP world is seeing a commensurate spike in battery patenting activity. Ralph Phillips , and Daniel Tishman explore this growth and discuss considerations for companies protecting and defending their IP. Fish principals Hyun Jin (HJ) In, Ph.D.

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SpicyIP

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Here is our recap of last week’s top IP developments. Last week we published 3 posts on the MHC’s interpretation of Section 3(d) in the Novozymes case, DHC’s referral of 3 questions concerning the jurisdiction of High Courts in trademark rectification matters, and DHC’s decision on infringement of product by process claims.

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