Patent and Public Domain Balance – 1
This article explores the relationship between exclusive patent rights and the public domain under Indian patent law. It discusses how incentives and access impact innovation and technological progress,…
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Is the President of Senegal Entitled to Royalties?
The post examines if the President of Senegal can claim royalties from the African Renaissance statue as its designer. Analysing copyright laws and government work provisions, it concludes…
Intellectual Property for Start Ups and Entrepreneurs
Intellectual property is vital for startups to secure business advantages and attract investment. This article provides a practical guide to patents, trademarks, copyright, and risk mitigation for entrepreneurs…
GI Applications Filed in India
This analysis reviews the filing and registration trends of GI applications in India since 2003. It highlights regional distribution, predominant product categories, and presents a factual summary of…
Shall We Amend the Claims During Litigation?- AGC Flat Glass Europe Sa vs Anand Mahajan And Ors
The post discusses whether patent claim amendments should be permitted during litigation, highlighting the Delhi High Court’s approach in the AGC Flat Glass case. It critically evaluates the…
Open Source Software and Patent Risks
This article analyses the patent risks associated with open source software, focusing on legal challenges, real-world cases, and mitigation strategies. It provides practical guidance for developers and companies…
IPAB Dismisses Plea Against iPhone Trademark, Wrangler’s Battle Aagainst Counterfeiters, Mickey Mouse Turns 90 and other news
This update summarises Indian trademark statistics, Apple’s recent trademark filings, and the IPAB’s decision on the iPhone trademark. It also reviews Wrangler’s anti-counterfeiting action and highlights the GI…
Case Review: Garaware v. Techfeb
This case review analyses the Garware v Techfeb patent, focusing on the specification's drafting and the relevance of prior art. The post raises questions about the invention's novelty…
Garaware Vs Techfeb
This post examines the Garaware vs Techfeb patent dispute, focusing on claim construction and essential features under Indian patent law. It analyses the clarity and novelty of the…
Life of a Gene in India
This analysis addresses the uncertain legal landscape for gene patents in India, with a focus on isolated and purified gene sequences. The author calls for clearer guidelines and…
Claims! A Legal Fence and Public Notice
This post analyses the legal function of patent claims in India, focusing on their role as a boundary for inventor rights. It discusses how prosecution history and litigation…
To Publish or Not: Well, it Depends!
This analysis explores whether to publish a patent application in the US, weighing legal and strategic factors. It discusses both the potential benefits and risks, emphasizing the need…