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 for careful assessment.
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This post analyses the Indian Patent Office’s abstract guidelines, referencing the Patent Act and Rules. It explains the mandatory components, verification process, and the significance of accurate abstracts in patent searches. The discussion underscores recent procedural changes for enhanced clarity and compliance.
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The post provides a structured analysis of patent application filing strategies for individual inventors in India. It discusses cost-effective approaches and methods for maximizing the commercial potential of patents, considering both domestic and international options.
Read more about Patent Application Filing Strategy for Individual InventorsCommon Public License Version 1.0
The Common Public License Version 1.0 is an IBM-drafted open source license detailing copyright and patent rights, distribution conditions, and liability limitations. It sets clear rules on commercial distribution and modification, maintaining a structured legal framework for software use.
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The Common Development and Distribution License (CDDL) sets out the rights and responsibilities for use, modification, and distribution of Sun Microsystems software. It outlines key conditions, including source code disclosure and clear identification of modifications, while limiting liability and warranty.
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This weekly update covers Indian patent statistics, SIPP scheme developments, UGC’s push for IPR education, and notable cases such as NASA’s patent licensing and treadmill patent disputes. The analysis offers clear, factual insights into current trends and legal updates in the intellectual property landscape.
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The Supreme Court in Diamond v. Chakrabarty held that human-made microorganisms are patentable under Section 101 of the Patent Act. The case clarified that patent eligibility depends on human ingenuity rather than the living or nonliving status of the invention.
Read more about Diamond v. Chakrabarty, 447 U.S. 303 (1980)Apache License, Version 2.0
The Apache License Version 2.0 provides structured rights and obligations for software distribution and modification in India. It addresses copyright, patent rights, liability, and trademark use with a clear legal framework.
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The R.G. Anand vs. Delux Films case clarified that Indian copyright law protects expression, not mere ideas. The Supreme Court found no substantial similarity between the play and the film, setting an important precedent on copyright infringement.
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The Delhi High Court’s ruling in Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd. v. Dua Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. addresses key issues of trademark infringement and consumer confusion in pharmaceuticals. The case reinforces the legal standards for similarity and passing off in Indian trademark law.
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