Let’s take a case, which is not necessarily a theoretical one. Applicant A is a cosmetics company from the USA decides to file for a trademark application in class 3. Five months later, and with no connection whatsoever, applicant B which is a cosmetics company from France decides to file for [...]
The main difference between assigning a patent and licensing a patent is important.
TYPES OF LICENSES OF PATENTS, TRADEMARKS, AND COPYRIGHTS There are several different types of licenses involving Patents, Trademarks or Copyrights, although I will cover only a few. One of the most common types of licenses involving Patents, Trademarks or Copyrights is the exclusive license. An exclusive license is the granting of permission [...]
Copyright infringement is a very serious issue that is plaguing the modern world. Many individuals engage in copyright infringement unknowingly because they have got used to downloading things for free on the internet. However, there is no difference between this form of copyright infringement and any instance of petty theft. Copyright [...]
New Face of Indian Trademark?s Act
Madrid Protocol- India Soon To Be A Member
India has indicated that it intends to join the Madrid System for the international registration of trade marks. The Union Cabinet gave its much awaited approval for India?s accession to the Madrid Protocol in February 8, 2007. The Trade Marks (Amendment) [...]
To clear up confusion as to how to protect the Intellectual Property of websites, this article will give a brief explanation on how websites might be protected under Patent Law, Trademark Law, and Copyright Law. The first concept to understand regarding Intellectual Property is the fact that patent law, trademark law, and copyright [...]
To obtain a trademark, one has to file an application with the Patent and Trademark Office. The application sets out the areas, known as classes, you wish the mark to apply to. Once the ?PTO? approves your application, it is published for comment. Assuming no objections are raised, your trademark is approved. [...]
Patents, Trademarks, and Copyrights are all instruments or tools which are most expedient for certain areas due to their own strengths and weaknesses.
It typically requires a patent attorney to define all the nuances between trade secrets, patents, and trademarks, however a few basics don’t require a patent attorney for a generic understanding.
Patent infringement is considered an infringement on a product, or a product enhancement that is patented to an existing inventor or company. For [...]
Patents, Trademarks, and Copyrights can become a valuable asset in the portfolio of your small business or corporation and should be managed judiciously.