Biotechnology and Patent Challenge
This article explores the legal and ethical complexities of biotechnology patenting in India. It analyses the inadequacy of traditional patent law for biotechnology and the need for specialized…
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Indian Patent Statistics, Interesting inventions, IP counterfeiting, International patent news and more
The post details weekly Indian patent statistics, major patent grants, and unique inventions. It also analyses recent IP legal events and significant international patent news, reflecting a structured…
Decorated Christmas Trees
This article analyses the history and innovation behind decorated Christmas trees, detailing key patents and developments from the 19th century to modern times. It provides a clear, factual…
Validity of Non-Compete Covenants in India
This article discusses the enforceability of non-compete agreements in India, particularly under Section 27 of the Indian Contract Act. It outlines when such covenants may be valid and…
Shielding Patent Attacks – A Peek at Patent Defenses in India
This post explores the main defenses to patent infringement under Indian law, including research, Bolar exemption, government use, and parallel imports. It offers a structured analysis of how…
Integrating Secrecy and Exclusivity to Gain Competitive Advantage
This post explores the strategic integration of patent and trade secret protection to secure competitive advantage for inventions in India. Key factors and legal provisions are analysed to…
Negotiating License Agreements
This post examines the process of negotiating patent license agreements, including essential preparatory steps and the structuring of key terms. It underscores the role of patent strength, valuation,…
Ilaiyaraaja’s Royalty Claim, copyright infringement by T-Pain, Motorola Adds Copyright Infringement, Viacom 18 new series with Gates Foundation and more
This post reviews major copyright law news, including Ilaiyaraaja’s royalty claims and court actions involving Motorola and T-Pain. It also highlights Viacom18’s collaboration with the Gates Foundation on…
A Conduit for INVALID PATENTS – Section 13(1)(b)
Section 13(1)(b) of the Indian Patent Act may inadvertently allow for the grant of invalid patents by restricting prior art consideration to only the claims of earlier Indian…
Drafting Valid Patent Licenses
This article examines the key elements of a valid patent license agreement, focusing on critical clauses and compliance requirements in India. It provides a structured overview for drafting…
Nike’s Win, Oyo to Expand to UK, Oxford University in Trademark Dilemma, and other news
The latest Indian trademark news covers Nike’s action against counterfeiters, Oyo’s UK market plans, and Oxford University’s trademark opposition. Also included are updates on Disney’s ‘Hakuna Matata’ controversy…
Secrecy Obligations of Employees
This article analyses the secrecy obligations of employees in India, with a focus on trade secrets and related court decisions. It explores how confidentiality and non compete agreements…