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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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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LexBlog IP

MAY 8, 2023

Gaming has even helped drive sound, graphics, control, and processing innovations in personal computing. Trademark clearance: An important, money-saving process to provide certainty that no one else previously registered the same concepts. Trademark application – U.S. Design patent filing – U.S.

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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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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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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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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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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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Patent Trademark Blog

MARCH 18, 2022

This is where trademarks play a role. Unlike patents, the role of a trademark is not to signify something new, but rather to indicate the source of the product or service. Trademarks can last indefinitely. Unlike patents, trademarks do not necessarily need to be registered in order to be protectable.

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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. In Agfa NV & Anr.

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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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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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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

As of March 2022, over 1,900 such cases had been filed. Plaintiffs allege hundreds of defendants are infringing their trademarks and selling counterfeit goods. For a fuller description of the litigation genre and its problems, see my paper. These cases often proceed in rote fashion. The defendant sold the flag below it.

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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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SpicyIP

JANUARY 29, 2024

Do read our summaries of the post on the DHC restraining generic competitors for Ibrunitib, Delhi High Court’s finding on opposition and examination process, and some quick tidbits on the Ram Mandir, Oppo-Nokia dispute settlement, and the Bombay High Court order on Pan cards. Read Yogesh’s post to know more about the judgment!

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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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LexBlog IP

APRIL 19, 2023

Amazon sellers must understand the major forms of intellectual property –patents, trademarks, and copyrights–and the common pitfalls associated with each form to avoid infringement allegations, storefront disruptions or closures, and even lawsuits. This can lead to expensive “false marketing” litigation.

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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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Canadian Intellectual Property Blog

MARCH 17, 2021

Most people are familiar with patents and trademarks as the most common forms of intellectual property, however, copyrights and their importance as part of your overall portfolio of intellectual property assets are sometimes neglected. How much does it cost to register a copyright? Copyright registration is relatively inexpensive.

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43(B)log

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Leading case on distinctiveness, where Australian High Court lowered the distinctiveness bar—until it reached the high court, it was being litigated by a construction partner. So in litigation, no one says “the Office has done this 20 times before.” It’s a tough process to get SCOTUS to fix. Could also add penalties.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Moreover, it champions inclusive growth, capitalizing on cost-effective labour and streamlined management structures for enterprises. Subsidies offered for Patent and Trademark (in selected categories) registration, encouraging innovation and protecting intellectual property.

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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.

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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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SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

They included stories of the Patent Agent examination, the Indian Innovation Act, the opening of the Trademark database, the presumption of patent validity, and the South Asian Basmati fights and more. This raised a question did the registrar of Trade Marks have the jurisdiction to revoke the ‘MANJAL’ trademark?, But this is not all!

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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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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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Patently-O

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Tormasi argues that this conclusion violates his due process and other constitutionally protected rights. There are other standing-related cases pending in the trademark context: Naked TM, LLC v. I expect for the SG to file a brief by the end of calendar year 2021. Process-by-Product Claim : In Biogen MA Inc.,

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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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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

JANUARY 4, 2021

Patent and Trademark Office. The Federal Circuit in 2020 continued an ongoing process of sharpening that law. 5] the court held that a petitioner could not rely on its marketing partner’s plan to file an abbreviated new drug application to show the necessary harm to itself. Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp.,[5]

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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. patent applications mimicked the larger investment in AI technologies. Usually, consumer adoption of a given technology correlates to the level of IP litigation. patent litigation.

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SpicyIP

JULY 31, 2023

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. Elon Musk’s Obsession with Letter ‘X’- A Possible Trademark Issue for T witter in India? Hollow Victory?

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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

MAY 6, 2024

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. The appellant argues that doing so would effectively cease their business after four decades of trademark use.

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Corsearch

JULY 19, 2023

PAU complements many other Corsearch capabilities, providing a one-stop, pay-as-you-go approach to resolving trademark research and associated issues. Here, we expand on what’s available to improve and speed up trademark clearance. Our PharmaCheck™ approach combines complementary tools and access to relevant databases.

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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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