After an invention is patented, the inventor has exclusive rights over the invention. Any infringement thereby is actionable and you have the right to stop others from using or selling your invention. However, getting a patent is not enough to sell your product in the
Read MoreSuppose you and your patent attorney have approved the revised copy of the patent application. It should be filed as fast as possible with the patent office, once that happens. It can be filed in different types. They are based on the following criteria –
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
Read MoreAn applicant should conduct a patent search to determine if there are any patents similar or identical to the applicant’s invention. A thorough patent search can improve the chances of obtaining a patent registration. One can also conduct a patent search to find information on
Read MorePatent opposition, if used properly, is an important tool to prevent the grant of frivolous patents. Although the same can be achieved by revocation and other litigious methods, opposition serves as a more cost-effective way. However, this raises question of the misuse of opposition to
Read MoreIn today’s technology-driven world, Intellectual Property has an indispensable role to play. Similarly, a patent is an important asset for an organization. An organization can grow in demand through its patenting activities. However, obtaining a grant of a patent is a long process with multiple
Read MoreIn India, there is a definitive list of things that cannot be patented as mentioned under Section 3 and 4 of the Indian Patents Act of 1970 but there seems to be no definite answer or adhered definition for knowing what can be patented within
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