Patent trolls – Lesson No. 1
The article examines patent trolls and their impact on the patent landscape in the US and India. It analyses the difference in litigation practices and the effect of…
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Role of a Scientific Advisor/ Expert in Patent litigation
Scientific advisors play a pivotal role in patent litigation by clarifying complex technical issues for the court. Their expertise aids in interpreting patent claims, assessing infringement, and influencing…
Standard-Essential Patents & FRAND licensing in India
This post analyses the legal and industry dynamics of standard essential patents and FRAND licensing in India. It covers key cases, policy challenges, and the complexities of balancing…
What a Wonderful World!
The article discusses Google and Microsoft’s decision to resolve all pending patent disputes, signalling a shift towards collaboration in the technology sector. This development is analysed within the…
Mylan settles Patent Litigation with Pfizer
Mylan has reached a settlement with Pfizer over patent litigation related to Sildenafil, allowing earlier generic market entry in the US. This agreement is expected to lower drug…
IBM sues Priceline and subsidiaries for Patent Infringement
IBM has sued Priceline and its subsidiaries for allegedly infringing five patents related to online technologies. The case underscores IBM’s ongoing efforts to enforce its intellectual property rights…
Xiaomi maintains competitive pricing; Removes onus of Royalties on customers
Xiaomi faces a patent dispute in India but continues to offer competitively priced smartphones. The company leverages its agreements with Qualcomm and focuses on risk mitigation while maintaining…
IEEE amends it’s IP policy related to Standard Essential Patents
IEEE has amended its IP policy for Standard Essential Patents, requiring RAND licensing and setting limits on injunctions. The clarified definition of reasonable terms is expected to reduce…
Is Criteria to Determine Obviousness in Patent Still Ambiguous?
The post discusses the persistent ambiguity in the legal criteria for determining obviousness in patent matters. It assesses recent judicial trends and the impact of landmark cases like…
Ongoing patent battle won’t effect pricing : Xiaomi
Xiaomi’s patent dispute in India with Ericsson led to a temporary sales ban, but Qualcomm-powered devices can still be sold. The company assures that ongoing legal challenges will…