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The Immaculate Trade Mark Office and the Mystery of the Abandoned TM Applications

The post investigates the procedural issues surrounding the recent mass abandonment of trademark applications in India. It explores legal concerns about notification, evidence, and the Trade Mark Office’s reliance on system-generated orders.

Valentine’s Day Gifts ( Love Patents III): You Had Me at Chocolate

This article discusses a patented talking chocolate box designed as an innovative Valentine’s Day gift. The invention combines technology and sentiment, offering a unique way to express affection with chocolates.

IP Related Schemes for Startups and SMEs

This article examines government schemes supporting intellectual property protection for Indian startups and SMEs. It details eligibility, procedures, and key financial incentives through a clear, structured legal analysis.

Finding Ideas, Inventions and Creations in Companies – IP Audits VII

This analysis presents findings from IP audits of Indian SMEs conducted under the UNIDO project. It details audit methodologies, results, and common challenges, providing actionable recommendations for effective IP management in the SME context.

Finding Ideas, Inventions and Creations in Companies: IP Audits VI

This case study explores an IP audit conducted for a creative startup in India, focusing on identifying IP assets, assessing risks, and framing strategic policy. The findings and recommendations highlight the crucial role of structured IP management in increasing business valuation.

Finding Ideas, Inventions and Creations in Companies: IP Audits IV

This article analyses an IP audit at a major multi-national company in India, focusing on how the process led to a sharp increase in invention disclosures and patent filings. It also discusses improvements in IP awareness and incentive systems.

May the (IP) Force be with you

The article explores Lucasfilm and Disney’s extensive efforts to enforce and manage Star Wars intellectual property rights. It discusses notable legal cases, trademark disputes, and the interaction with fan initiatives, reflecting a structured legal approach.

Prosecution History Estoppel

The doctrine of prosecution history estoppel shapes how patent claims are interpreted following amendments made during prosecution. This analysis covers its application in India, focusing on the challenges it presents for patentees and practitioners.

Pidilite Industries vs. Vilas Nemichand Jain.

The Bombay High Court examined the requirements for passing off a descriptive trademark in Pidilite Industries vs Vilas Nemichand Jain. The Court held that plaintiffs must prove both prior use and secondary meaning, dismissing the claim for lack of sufficient evidence.

Digital License Agreement -Part II

This article examines crucial clauses in a digital license agreement for creative works in India, focusing on representations, term, termination, and intellectual property rights. It provides guidance on standard contract provisions and legal execution practices.