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Mitigating Patent Risks

This post examines key strategies for mitigating patent risks in India, focusing on design around, licensing, and invalidation. It provides legal analysis and practical examples for businesses facing patent enforcement challenges.

Patent Exhaustion in India

Patent exhaustion in India limits a patent holder’s rights after the first authorized sale of a product, especially regarding parallel imports. The legal interpretation of authorization is crucial in balancing public and patent holder interests under Indian patent law.

Indian Herbal Viagra Receives Patent Grant

Kunnath Pharmaceuticals’ Musli Power Xtra, known as ‘Indian Herbal Viagra’, has been granted a patent for its ayurvedic formulation targeting sexual dysfunction. The patent highlights developments in India’s approach to intellectual property protection for traditional medicines.

Should Medical Methods Be Patented?

This post examines whether medical methods should be patentable, focusing on global legal frameworks, ethical debates, and policy implications. It analyses both the concerns and benefits of extending patent protection to medical methods, particularly in India, and suggests balanced policy solutions.

Patent Troll in India?

The post analyses whether the patent troll business model is viable in India, considering the legal requirements for working patents and enforcement hurdles. It highlights the key challenges posed by Indian patent law and offers an objective assessment of the prospects for patent trolls in the Indian context.

Can a Method of Performing Yoga be Patented?

This post discusses whether methods of performing yoga can be patented in India, considering both legal and practical barriers. It highlights the interplay between traditional knowledge and patent law, with reference to recent efforts by CSIR and specific patent examples.

IP in Everyday Life – Godrej Tribolt

This post analyses the IP notices on the Godrej Tribolt lock, focusing on its patent notice and compliance with Indian law. It also addresses challenges in accessing related patent and design registration documents online.

Claiming with a Purpose, with the Blessings of the Inventor

The post examines the critical role of purpose-driven patent claims and stresses the need for inventor participation in the patent protection process. Effective collaboration ensures claims are commercially relevant and robust.

Something More About Swiss Type Claims

This post explores the rationale, development and eventual redundancy of Swiss type claims in patent law. It analyses legal changes in Europe and India regarding second medical use, absolute novelty and recent judicial clarifications.

How Can We Encourage Inventors to Invent?

This post discusses the essential incentives that motivate inventors, including recognition, supportive work environments, personnel policies, and financial rewards. It emphasises the importance of a balanced, well-designed mechanism tailored to organisational goals and sector-specific requirements.