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2021 IP Year in Review

IPilogue

Muzzling Transferors of Intellectual Property: Assignor Estoppel in Canada by Prof. Patent Prosecution History Now Admissible as Evidence. of the Patent Act was added to make patent prosecution history admissible as evidence in patent proceedings. Top 10 Most Read IPilogue Articles Published in 2021. David Vaver.

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2021 Post-Grant Report

Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

When it comes to post-grant practice, Fish’s history and presence are unmatched: We have handled more cases at the PTAB than any other firm, our attorneys routinely craft new law at the Federal Circuit, and we host the most innovative educational programs. And always remember the silver lining of denied institution: no estoppel.

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Biosimilars 2021 Year in Review

Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

The letter discusses the BPCIA and the Hatch-Waxman Act frameworks (for small molecule drugs) and sets forth several topics for USPTO’s consideration and further discussion: engagement between FDA and USPTO to increase efficiencies, possible misuse of the patent system (e.g.,