Patent Term Extension Outside of the U.S. The concept of PTE allows inventors and patent holders to lengthen the lifespan of their patents beyond the initial term. There are many other countries of importance that offer provisions for patent term extension. It is important to note that specifics vary across jurisdictions. It is essential to […]
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By Dani Kass (June 27, 2024, 10:34 PM EDT) — The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision limiting the use of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s administrative courts on Thursday did not address weedy issues that could have shaken up the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, but it did “put a ribbon on” the justices’ Oil
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Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have reshaped our socio-legal understanding of “property.” Prior to the launch of NFTs, laypersons and lawyers alike evaluated tangible and intangible assets in the context of physical (real) space. NFTs, however, have played a major role in shifting our valuation of assets beyond the physical realm, extending instead to the recognition of
Each year, Pride Month is an opportunity to reflect on the rich tapestry of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) history and culture. Originating from the Stonewall riots of 1969, Pride Month has grown into a global celebration of love, acceptance, and resilience for the LGBTQ+ community. One aspect of LGBTQ+ culture is its
In February 2021, Forbes ran a cover story on Chegg, a self-described “connected learning platform” that had rocketed to a $12 billion valuation. However, Forbes’ coverage was not so kind. Its headline described Chegg as “Getting Rich Off Students Cheating Their Way Through COVID.” The rest of the article highlighted concerns that the site, which
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“While the RFC is interested in how the experimental use exception applies to all technology areas, it provided the example of agriculture as one area that could benefit from greater clarity on experimental use.” The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued a draft Request for Comments (RFC) today seeking public feedback “on the current
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“While the RFC is interested in how the experimental use exception applies to all technology areas, it provided the example of agriculture as one area that could benefit from greater clarity on experimental use.” The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued a draft Request for Comments (RFC) today seeking public feedback “on the current
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In light of the recent order of the Office of Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities in Avichal Bhatnagar v. Pralek Prakashan we are pleased to bring to you this guest post by Lakshita Handa and Pragya Singh. Emphasizing the lack of a robust mechanism to ensure access to literary work by persons with disability,
Customer turmoil over a seemingly routine change in Adobe Systems Inc.’s terms of use agreement spurred a rare internal reckoning over how the company communicates complex legal issues to users and accounts for anxiety around generative AI. “As technology evolves, we have to evolve,” Dana Rao, Adobe’s general counsel, said in an interview with Bloomberg
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The Role of Intellectual Property in Driving Economic Development Intellectual property (IP) plays a crucial role in fostering economic development globally. From encouraging innovation to protecting creativity, IP laws and mechanisms are pivotal in shaping industries, promoting investments, and ensuring fair competition in the marketplace. This blog explores the multifaceted impact of intellectual property on
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