India implements DMCA-type legislations slower compared to other nations. They are also less extensive. India has signed neither the WCT nor the WPPA. Our country is considering the implementation of DMCA-style rules. Our country has not made any conclusive decision. Thus, India may continue to
Read MoreCopyright is a type of intellectual property rights. Such rights gives the owners/creators exclusive rights over their creations. How, they only get to enjoy such rights for a limited period of time.One infringes on copyrighted works when they violate the exclusive rights of the owner.
Read MoreThe United States passed a law in 1998 – the DMCA, known as Digital Millennium Copyright Act. It regulates copyright infringements over the internet. DMCA criminalizes the act of copying the content. It does so by way of plagiarism, translating and/or remaking. Many creative works
Read MoreThe growth of Intellectual Property Rights has led to an increase in demand for trademark lawyers in India. Trademarks have become an important part of running a business. Increasingly, businesses across India are applying for trademarks. This helps them stand out and acts as a
Read MoreIntroduction A registered design grants the owner exclusive rights against any unauthorized copying or imitation. It can also help make the product more saleable, helping consumers identify the product with the brand. For a design to be registered under the Design Act, 2000, it must
Read MoreA Geographical Indication shows that the goods originate from a country, region, or locality. Moreover, it also represents some special characteristics and qualities which belong to its place of origin. Besides, any association of persons or organizations can make an application for registration of Geographical
Read MoreThe Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) is an International Treaty with over 145 contracting states. The World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) is responsible for administering PCT. As a result, PCT protects the invention of the applicant in many countries. Besides a single international patent application can
Read MoreWhat is patent infringement? Patent infringement is the commission of a prohibited act in relation to a patented invention without the permission of the patent holder. What constitutes Patent Infringement? A patent infringement usually occurs through the usage or sale of the patented invention. In
Read MoreIn India, applicants register their patents for a period of 20 years. It is crucial to renew your patent on time to avoid any surcharge. In the case that you do not renew your patent it will cease to exist and be available in public
Read MoreConceiving the Invention The inventor should collect as much information as possible about his invention. The inventor should think about the field of his invention, the advantages of such an invention and if that invention can improve already existing solutions. However, not all inventions are
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