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All is Not Lost: How to Restore your Priority Right!

The post analyses how loss of a patent priority right can impact subsequent applications and details restoration procedures under the PCT, EPO, and US systems. It stresses that in India, restoration is not allowed, underscoring the importance of strict compliance with filing deadlines.

Patent Filing Requirements in India

This post explains the necessary forms and procedural requirements for filing a patent application in India, with emphasis on e-filing and legal documentation. It covers essential compliance steps for both individual inventors and assignees under Indian patent law.

Re-Classifying Patent Search- Cooperative Patent Classification (CPC)

This post reviews the development of the Cooperative Patent Classification system by the EPO and USPTO to streamline patent classification globally. It addresses the challenges of using multiple systems and the anticipated benefits of CPC in patent searches.

Distant Touch – Patents for the Blind 4

This post reviews a patent for a contactless cane technology designed to aid blind users through tactile navigation. It critically examines the invention’s practical application and its limitations compared to traditional canes.

Christmas deLIGHT

The post delves into the historical and legal journey of Christmas lights, tracing their development from candles to patented bubble lights. It objectively analyses key inventions and patent cases relevant to the festive tradition.

Cooling cricketers for hot Indian weather

This article analyses innovative cooling technologies designed for cricketers facing extreme Indian weather during the 2011 World Cup. It reviews patent filings for advanced apparel and helmet systems, discussing their potential impact on cricket performance and safety.

GII index to be released, Patent office’s Annual Report for the year 2017-2018 and more

This bulletin provides detailed Indian patent and design statistics, highlights from the Patent Office’s 2017-2018 Annual Report, and news on the Global Innovation Index release. It also discusses notable recent inventions and key IP sector developments in India.

Patent Term Extension, Dog ate my Homework Act

This post evaluates the impact of the proposed Dog ate my Homework Act on patent term extension deadlines at the USPTO. It focuses on deadline miscalculations in pharmaceutical patents and the possible benefits and fairness of a grace period for missed PTE requests.

Patent Application for Acupuncture Needle

This post analyses a notable acupuncture needle patent application, focusing on its innovative grip pipe design and implications for safety and practice. It provides a structured overview of acupuncture’s medical, historical, and cultural significance, alongside legal considerations in device innovation.

Patentability of Biotech Inventions in Europe

This post provides a detailed analysis of the patentability of biotech inventions in Europe under the EPC and EU Biotechnology Directive. It covers exclusions, key legal requirements, and the influence of morality on patent decisions, with reference to significant European cases.