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Sonos v. Google: where’s the prejudice?

Sonos v. Google: where’s the prejudice?

Published In the much-anticipated appeal of Sonos v. Google, oral arguments recently unfolded before the Federal Circuit, involving the doctrine of prosecution laches. The district court decision surprised many, as it marked the first time prosecution laches had been...
What is settled and what are our expectations after iRhythm?

What is settled and what are our expectations after iRhythm?

Published The March 26, 2025, memo from the US Patent and Trademark Office director significantly changed the way the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) handles institution decisions by establishing a bifurcated process under which the acting director—rather than...
Simple technical modifications can constitute an inventive step

Simple technical modifications can constitute an inventive step

Published This article covers an Appeal, C.A. (COMM.IPD-PAT) 60/2024, filed by Dong Yang PC, Inc. a Korean company against the decision of Controller of Patents and Designs (Controller) whereby it rejected Dong Yang PC, Inc. (Appellant) Patent Application No....
Dolby v. Lava: security deposit at pro tem stage

Dolby v. Lava: security deposit at pro tem stage

Published In the suit DOLBY INTERNATIONAL AB & ANR. v. LAVA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (CS(COMM) 350/2024 with I.As.) before the Delhi High Court, the Plaintiff is a patent holder for a representative group of Standard Essential Patents (SEPs), including three active...
Government launches SEPs consultation to boost UK innovation

Government launches SEPs consultation to boost UK innovation

Published The UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) has today launched a consultation on potential measures to address challenges in the UK’s Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) ecosystem. A patent that protects technology that is essential to implementing a...
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