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New continuation application fees: why and at what cost?

New continuation application fees: why and at what cost?

Earlier this year, the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) instituted new fees related to the filing of continuation patent applications. As a refresher, a continuation application is a second or subsequent patent application filing that claims the benefit of an...

Entrepreneur’s greedy eye casts at Apple’s pie

Entrepreneur’s greedy eye casts at Apple’s pie

Apple Inc. is a company that hardly needs an introduction. Its assortment of iPhones are widely popular in Russia, and Apple holds countless patents to protect its technology. Entrepreneur Artashes Ikonomov filed and obtained patent No. 141791 in 2013 for a cell phone...

Improvement to the patent term extension system for drug patents in China

Eddie Zheng and Dawn Chen of Corner Stone & Partners examine the dual impact of China’s patent term extension system on pharmaceutical R&D and innovation and offer policy recommendations for its improvement.

Biosimilars: clarifying the link between patent rights and regulatory approvals

Pravin Anand, Prachi Agarwal, and Elisha Sinha of Anand and Anand explore the complexities of biosimilar litigation, examining India’s Guidelines on Similar Biologics, which have shaped key cases to ensure pharmaceutical products meet regulatory standards for market approval and sale.

The gray area between patent rights and physician practice

Osamu Yamamoto of Yuasa and Hara examines the recent Intellectual Property High Court decision on a patent infringement case involving a “composition for breast augmentation,” emphasizing the importance of balancing healthcare practices with robust patent protection.

Patent powerhouse: unpacking Ceres Power’s Innovations in clean energy with Andy Spurr, Head Patent Counsel at Ceres Power

Andy sits down with The Patent Lawyer to discuss the vital role of IP in driving innovation and collaboration within the clean energy sector, addressing the challenges and strategies that ensure the company’s technology remains at the forefront of the industry.

AI at the crossroads: inside Dr Stephen Thaler’s legal battle for machine generated invention rights

Mark Nichols and Peter Finnie of Potter Clarkson provide insight into their assistance in the upcoming UK High Court appeal involving Dr Stephen Thaler’s AI system, DABUS; a significant case that may determine whether a human can be named as the inventor of an AI-generated invention.

Patent protection strategies for AI algorithms

Xiaodong Wang and Yajing Zhang of Beijing Sanyou IP Agency Ltd. examine the key challenges of patenting AI algorithms within traditional patent systems and provide strategic guidance for developing effective and comprehensive patent protection in this evolving field.

Insight into AI-related inventions in Japan

Yoshiteru Mizumoto of Asamura IP analyzes recent trends in AI-related patent applications across Japan, the US, Europe, China, and Korea, highlighting the need for Japan to update its legislation to clarify whether AI can be recognized as an inventor.

Key insights after two years of the UPC and UP: Q&A for IP managers

Michael Pfeifer and Dirk Schüßler-Langeheine of HOFFMANN EITLE reflect on the two years since the Unified Patent Court and Unitary Patent came into effect, providing strategic guidance for navigating and optimizing UPC/UP approaches.

Interim security in SEP disputes: the role of pro tem arrangements

Ranjan Narula and Suvarna Pandey of RNA, Technology and IP Attorneys explore the recent decision in Dolby International AB & Anr v. Lava International Limited, highlighting the value of pro tem arrangements in cases involving SEPs, due to their unique nature and their public interest implications.

USPTO increases enforcement of false small and micro entity status claims

Mikhael Mikhalev of Maschoff Brennan outlines the USPTO’s newly established statutory penalties for false claims of small or micro entity status, providing guidance to patent attorneys on how to avoid these sanctions.

The accession of Brazil to the Budapest Treaty on the international deposit of microorganisms

Ana Paula Caetano Rocha of Vaz e Dias Advogados & Associados discusses Brazil’s recent accession to the Budapest Treaty, a move driven by the need to standardize and simplify the international recognition of biological material deposits, thereby strengthening national innovation.

“Same problem” in an obviousness analysis

Erick Robinson and Eugene Goryunov of Brown Rudnick tackle the concept of ‘motivation to combine’ in the context of prior art references in obviousness analysis, highlighting its inconsistent treatment by the courts.

Fixing the framework: Indian Courts tackle prior art combinations and PSITA formation, inter alia, among other patentability issues

Dr Joshita Davar Khemani and Sonal Mishra of L. S. Davar & Co. focus on how courts are addressing issues related to prior art combinations and the formation of Person Skilled in the Art (PSITA) teams, highlighting significant cases that underscore the importance of clear technical reasoning in patent rejections.

Brazil: a key jurisdiction for patent enforcement

Otto Licks, Alysson Araujo, and João Cruz of Licks Attorneys emphasize Brazil’s rise over the past two decades as a leading jurisdiction for patent enforcement, propelled by a reliable and efficient legal framework that has offered strong protection for patent holders, particularly in the ICT and life sciences sectors.

Eligible subject matter for divisional applications in Mexico: a snapshot of the current practice

Corina Silva Alvarez of Uhthoff Gomez Vega & Uhthoff shares insight into the recent developments regarding divisional application practice, following the introduction of the Federal Law for Protection of Industrial Property in Mexico.

Navigating divisional application strategies in Mexico

Sergio L. Olivares Sr. and Mauricio Samano of OLIVARES review the Federal Law for the Protection of Industrial Property, highlighting a significant gap in the legislation stemming from the absence of regulations governing divisional applications.

Modern IT toolbox for a modern IP firm

Yury Kuznetsov of Gorodissky & Partners provides expert guidance on the essential tools IP firms should adopt and evaluates the potential benefits of AI-driven solutions and mobile applications.

How to patent what seems non-patentable at the EPO

Robert Klinski of Patentship presents a practical blueprint for IP professionals working with digital technology inventions, particularly in software-heavy domains such as AI, gaming, or fintech and edtech. Drawing on real-world EPO rejection patterns, Robert provides actionable reframing strategies using established EPO logic, especially the problem-solution approach used to asses patentability and inventive step under Articles 52 EPC and 56 EPC.

Dr Tatiana Vakhnina: 50 years in IP

Vakhnina and Partners reflects on the career of its Founder and Senior Partner, Dr Tatiana Vakhnina, whose leadership and over 50 years of expertise have been instrumental in shaping the firm’s practice and driving its achievements.

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Harper James boosts IP team with new hire

Harper James, the full-service business law firm purpose-built to enable entrepreneurial businesses to thrive, has hired Cardiff-based intellectual property expert Gosia Evans, a Senior Contentious Intellectual Property Solicitor. Evans brings over 14 years experience...

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Sonal Mishra reports: Draft Patent (Amendment) Rules, 2021

The Government of India through its Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), a wing of Ministry of Commerce and Industry has circulated the draft patents (amendment) rules, 2021 dated 9th Feb, 2021 proposing to amend the patent rules, 2003. The...

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Priggya Arora reports: Patent trolls: ICT vs. Pharmaceuticals

Patent trolls have been an element of the intellectual property regime almost since the beginning- although they were known as “patent sharks” during Edison’s time. This is in itself not surprising- any new form of legal system is going to have those who seek to...

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New COO for leading intellectual property firm Appleyard Lees

(Manchester – 4 Feb 2021) Appleyard Lees are delighted to announce the appointment of John Kushnick as their Chief Operating Officer (COO). John is based in Manchester. John, who is also a qualified solicitor, joined the leading intellectual property firm on 1...

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Anaqua Successfully Completes SOC 2 Examination

Leading IP management solutions provider demonstrates strength of commitment to information and systems security BOSTON, January 26, 2021 – Anaqua, the leading provider of innovation and intellectual property management solutions, today announced that it has...

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Ropes & Gray and Novavax pursue a COVID-19 vaccine

Ropes & Gray’s life sciences practice played a critical role in helping longstanding client Novavax, Inc. pursue a COVID-19 vaccine; on January 28, Novavax announced that NVX-CoV2373, its protein-based COVID-19 vaccine candidate, met the primary endpoint, with a...

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Three new partners at IP boutique firm HOYNG ROKH MONEGIER

HOYNG ROKH MONEGIER is pleased to welcome three new partners, including two internal promotions and one lateral hire (at the Madrid office). Mathis Breuer (Dusseldorf office) has been working as an attorney since 2013 and joined the firm in 2015. He represents clients...

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Clarivate Acquires Hanlim IPS

Combining strengths to accelerate innovation in South Korea by offering a more comprehensive range of IP information and insights solutions London, U.K. December 1, 2020 – Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CCC), a global leader in providing trusted information and insights to...

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Legrand Innovates with Anaqua’s AQX IP Management Platform

French industrial group selects Anaqua software and services to streamline patent and trademark management processes BOSTON, December 1, 2020 – Anaqua, the leading provider of innovation and intellectual property management solutions, today announced that France’s...

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