The Madras High Court set aside a patent refusal for a gene technology application, criticising the Controller’s excessive focus on semantics over scientific content. The judgment directs the patent office to reconsider the application with an emphasis on technological merit.
Read more about “Focus on technology, not semantics” says court in case involving gene technologyTag: Patent Refusal
Court Cranks the Clock Back on Opposed Crankshaft Patent Refusal
The Madras High Court set aside the refusal of an opposed piston engine patent, citing insufficient analysis of inventive features. The case underscores the need for detailed examination of claim amendments and inventive step in Indian patent proceedings.
Read more about Court Cranks the Clock Back on Opposed Crankshaft Patent RefusalPatent on Portable Vehicle Management System goes offtrack
The Delhi High Court upheld the refusal of a patent application for a portable vehicle management system, citing lack of inventive step over prior art. This case highlights the application of key Indian patent law principles on non-obviousness and inventive step, particularly regarding mosaicing and hindsight bias.
Read more about Patent on Portable Vehicle Management System goes offtrack‘Controller under an obligation to inform inventor’ says Madras High Court
The Madras High Court stressed that patent Controllers are obliged to provide detailed reasoning for refusals, enabling inventors to understand the grounds for rejection. The Court set aside two refusal orders and ordered fresh consideration, reinforcing the importance of transparency and due process in Indian patent law.
Read more about ‘Controller under an obligation to inform inventor’ says Madras High CourtInventive Step Assessment: To be Anchored in Knowledge of a Person with Ordinary Skill on the Priority Date
The Delhi High Court’s decision highlights the requirement for an objective inventive step assessment anchored in the knowledge of a person skilled in the art at the priority date. The ruling emphasises the need for detailed analysis and avoidance of hindsight in patent examinations.
Read more about Inventive Step Assessment: To be Anchored in Knowledge of a Person with Ordinary Skill on the Priority DateNew claims, Old claims, and Claim Amendments: Section 59 of the Patents Act
This post examines a Madras High Court ruling on Section 59 of the Patents Act regarding patent claim amendments. The Court clarified procedural requirements and applicant rights during the patent examination process in India.
Read more about New claims, Old claims, and Claim Amendments: Section 59 of the Patents ActVictory for Novozymes: Madras High Court Overrules Patent Office’s Refusal
The Madras High Court has reversed the Patent Office’s rejection of Novozymes’ patent for enzyme granules in animal feed, emphasizing the need for detailed reasoning in refusal orders. The decision clarifies the application of inventive step and Section 3d in Indian patent law.
Read more about Victory for Novozymes: Madras High Court Overrules Patent Office’s RefusalTransparency Triumphs : Patent Refusals must elucidate clear grounds
The Delhi High Court has reiterated the need for transparency in patent refusal orders, stating that clear grounds must be provided. The judgment highlights the importance of detailed reasoning and independent assessment of each claim in patent applications.
Read more about Transparency Triumphs : Patent Refusals must elucidate clear groundsGoogle’s Patent appeal dismissed, fine of 1 Lakh imposed
The Delhi High Court dismissed Google’s appeal against the rejection of its patent application, finding no inventive step over prior art. A fine of Rs.1 lakh was also imposed on Google for incorrect disclosure regarding its European patent application.
Read more about Google’s Patent appeal dismissed, fine of 1 Lakh imposedDelhi High Court reverses Patent refusal, Highlights significance of procedural adherence in handling claims of PCT National phase applications.
The Delhi High Court overturned a patent refusal for a PCT national phase application, stressing the importance of procedural adherence in claim examination. The Court directed a fresh evaluation, emphasizing accurate application of legal provisions and detailed analysis of objections.
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