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This article explores the complications of patenting biotechnology inventions under US law, highlighting issues with current patentability standards. It proposes a balanced policy model to address both innovation…
The Supreme Court's Bilski decision clarified that business method patents are permissible under US law and not excluded by 35 USC 101. However, the Court declined to set…
The post examines the patent protection of aircraft seat belts, focusing on Am-safe Inc’s innovation in webbing adjusters. It highlights the significance of such patents in passenger safety…
The post explores the legal and ethical dimensions of patenting synthetic cells, referencing key historical cases and current controversies. It assesses whether such patents hinder or promote technological…
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,…
This post analyses the uncertainty inherent in interpreting patent claim scope under Indian, US, and European regimes. Despite formal clarity requirements, the true boundaries of protection remain subject…
The Delhi High Court has clarified that appeals to the IPAB are permitted when a patent application is rejected based on pre-grant representation. This judgment offers clear recourse…
The Court refused a temporary injunction in the Roche vs Cipla patent dispute, highlighting non-disclosure, validity challenges, and public interest considerations. This analysis discusses the legal principles applied…
Bishwanath Prasad Radhey Shyam vs Hindustan Metal Industries established the standard for inventive step and novelty in Indian patent law. The Supreme Court's reasoning remains central to assessing…