In the complex landscape of pharmaceuticals and patents, battles often arise between innovator companies and generic manufacturers seeking to produce more affordable versions of life-saving drugs. One such contentious case is the legal dispute between Bayer and Natco Pharma over the cancer drug regorafenib. The Drug: Regorafenib Regorafenib, marketed under the brand name Stivarga, is[…read more ]
The Big Bite: Apple’s Smartwatch Sales Halted in Patent Dispute Smartwatches are booming, blending technology with everyday convenience. But even giants like Apple can face challenges when it comes to intellectual property (IP). Let’s delve into the recent patent infringement case between Apple and medical technology company Masimo. What is Patent Infringement? A patent grants[…read more ]
In the realm of pharmaceuticals, innovation is paramount. Companies invest significant resources into research and development to bring new drugs to market. However, this innovation must be protected through intellectual property rights, such as patents. However, disputes often arise when one party allegedly infringes upon the patents held by another. A recent case before the[…read more ]
Shark Tank India’s recent spotlight on Zerodor’s waterless urinal sparked curiosity about its revolutionary design and its potential impact on sustainability. But how does Zerodor protect its innovation? Let’s dive into the world of patents and explore the intriguing story behind this eco-friendly solution. Unveiling the Patent Puzzle: Two patents seem to hold the key:[…read more ]
In a recent legal showdown, the Hon’ble Delhi High Court made a crucial decision by refusing to grant an injunction in a trademark infringement suit involving the well-known cosmetic brand LOTUS and Deepika Padukone’s brand LOTUS SPLASH. Background: Lotus Herbals Private Ltd, a key player in the cosmetic industry, filed an infringement and passing-off suit[…read more ]
The Draft Patents (2nd Amendment) Rules, 2024, seek to introduce amendments to the existing patent rules in several key aspects, aiming to streamline adjudication procedures for certain penalties related to patent law contraventions or defaults. The significant amendments include the establishment of rules and procedures for adjudication of penalties, appointment of Adjudicating Officers, initiation of[…read more ]
Introduction: In the realm of intellectual property, the ability to amend patent claims is a crucial aspect of protecting inventions. The Indian Patent Act of 1970 provides provisions for such amendments, primarily under Sections 57 and 59. This blog explores the significance of these sections, their procedural nuances, and the implications for patent holders and[…read more ]
In an era characterized by rapid technological advancement and disruptive innovation, the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and intellectual property rights (IPR) offer a fascinating glimpse into the future. As AI technology continues to develop and penetrate various industries, the IPR landscape is transforming in ways that were previously unimaginable. This blog explores the exciting[…read more ]
We’ve all heard the infamous dialogue ‘Identity theft is not a joke, Jim’ from the popular series ‘The Office.’ Apart from the countless funny memes on the same, it has a lot of significance nowadays. Identity theft may be equated as being more or less similar to stealing someone’s idea. And yeah, we know that[…read more ]
By Saiesha Dhawan, Intern at Excelon IP Introduction In today’s date, blockchain technology is commonly associated with cryptocurrency and NFT, which these concepts are inherently linked, blockchain technology has a lot to offer independently. The technology was initially created to secure a chain of blocks cryptographically so that the timestamps in the documents couldn’t be[…read more ]