The blog highlights the interpretation of section 28 of Indian Patent Act, 1970 which is not as straightforward as it seems. We are all familiar with provisions of section 28 which is “Mention of inventor as such in patent”. The logical explanation of the section seems straight forward i.e. if you are an inventor and have made substantial contribution to the invention then even … Read More
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Freedom to Operate – Logical and Legal
Understanding Freedom to Operate (FTO)
Even at an early stage of planning and developing a technology or invention, a company’s main objective is to patent the technology and commercialize it to make profit. Seldom do inventors or entrepreneurs pay attention whether the recently developed technology is likely to infringe any existing enforceable patent. Technology domain wherein exclusive patenting is the norm one has to really … Read More
POST-DATING PATENT APPLICATIONS: A BLIND DATE
This article concentrate on latest updates on Post-dating patent applications and its implication in Indian Patent Law along with USPTO, EPO and PCT jurisdiction.
What is Post-dating patent application?
A patent when first filed is known as the ordinary application and the filing date is known as the priority date. Now if an applicant wants to shift … Read More
Indian Patent Procedure and Timelines
This article provides an overview of the Indian patent procedure and timelines of a patent application in India.
Patent Application Filling
An application for patent can be filed under prescribed rules via Indian Patent Office website. Every application for a patent shall be for one invention only and accompanied with the prescribed fee, filed at an appropriate office.
All patent related procedures are carried out … Read More