The Rotec v Mitsubishi case examines alleged patent infringement involving a US-patented conveyor system for the Three Gorges Dam project. The Federal Circuit clarified the interpretation of offers to sell and the scope of liability under section 271 of US patent law, ultimately finding no infringement.
Read more about Rotec Indus. v. Mitsubishi Gajarsa Corp., 215 F.3d 1246 (Fed. Cir. 2000)State Street Bank & Trust Co. v. Sign. Fin. Group Inc., 149 F.3d 1368 (Fed. Cir. 1998)
This post discusses State Street Bank v. Signature Financial Group, a pivotal case on the patentability of data processing systems and business methods under US law. The decision clarifies the treatment of mathematical algorithms and business methods in patent eligibility analysis.
Read more about State Street Bank & Trust Co. v. Sign. Fin. Group Inc., 149 F.3d 1368 (Fed. Cir. 1998)Topliff v. Topliff, 145 U.S. 156 (1892)
Topliff v Topliff examines the legal criteria for patent reissue, focusing on scope, inadvertence, and timeliness. The court upheld the second reissue, emphasizing the need for diligence and conformity to original invention boundaries.
Read more about Topliff v. Topliff, 145 U.S. 156 (1892)Yahoo! Inc. v. Akash Arora and another, 1999 Arb. L. R. 620
This post analytically discusses the Yahoo trademark case, addressing the legal principles of passing off and domain name infringement in India. It provides a structured overview of the dispute between Yahoo Inc. and Akash Arora, highlighting the court’s reasoning and decision.
Read more about Yahoo! Inc. v. Akash Arora and another, 1999 Arb. L. R. 620Tata Sky Drops Sony, Harassment Clause in Contracts, American Airlines Sues US Copyright Office, BLIZZARD and LEGO Team Up and more
This update covers significant Indian copyright news, industry disputes, legal reforms, and international developments. Key topics include Tata Sky and Sony’s pricing conflict, court orders, and global copyright trends, with objective analysis for legal and entertainment professionals.
Read more about Tata Sky Drops Sony, Harassment Clause in Contracts, American Airlines Sues US Copyright Office, BLIZZARD and LEGO Team Up and moreInamed Vs Lubomyr Kuzmak, 249 F.3d 1356 (Fed. Cir. 2001)
This post reviews the Inamed Vs Lubomyr Kuzmak case, focusing on personal jurisdiction in California for patent disputes. The analysis highlights how minimum contacts and due process requirements were applied in this Federal Circuit decision.
Read more about Inamed Vs Lubomyr Kuzmak, 249 F.3d 1356 (Fed. Cir. 2001)Gramophone Company of India Ltd. vs. Birendra Bahadur Pandey and Ors., 1984 AIR 667
The Gramophone Company of India copyright case clarified that pirated goods in transit through India are subject to Indian copyright law. The Supreme Court held that such importation constitutes infringement under both the Copyright Act and Customs Act.
Read more about Gramophone Company of India Ltd. vs. Birendra Bahadur Pandey and Ors., 1984 AIR 667Rosaire v. Baroid Sales, 218 F.2d 72 (1955)
Rosaire v. Baroid Sales examines whether prior public experiments can invalidate a patent under Section 102(a). The judgment clarifies that successful, public use of a method by others before the patent application constitutes prior knowledge, resulting in patent invalidation.
Read more about Rosaire v. Baroid Sales, 218 F.2d 72 (1955)Montblanc’s Trademark Battle Against Counterfeiters, Tesla to Teslaquila, Exclusive Harry Potter Collection by ONLY and other news
This week’s update analyses Montblanc’s trademark enforcement, Teslaquila’s filing, and Harry Potter collection licensing in India. It also covers GI registrations and international trademark developments.
Read more about Montblanc’s Trademark Battle Against Counterfeiters, Tesla to Teslaquila, Exclusive Harry Potter Collection by ONLY and other newsThe Importance of Intellectual Property for Entrepreneurs – A Short Talk With Dr. Sudhir Borgonha
Dr. Sudhir Borgonha shares insights on the significance of intellectual property for entrepreneurs in knowledge-based sectors. He discusses the challenges and strategies for building IP portfolios and highlights the evolving Indian approach to IP protection and commercialisation.
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