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Leading medical technology company Becton Dickinson and Company (BD) has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Baxter International Inc., claiming that Baxter has unlawfully used BD’s patented technologies in it...
Regularly check our site to learn about PCT filing and more crucial ideas. The patent Cooperation Treaty is known as PCT. It is an international agreement that has more than 150 members. Submitting a single PCT applic...
Foreign Ministry Responds to U.S. 'Priority Foreign Country' Designation, Citing Legal Reforms and International Cooperation
Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on the United States to offer an objective and balanced evaluation of the country's intellectual property protection efforts. The statement follows the U.S. government's decision to list Vietnam as a 'Priority Foreign Country' in its annual global IP report. Vietnamese…
Annual Feature Recognizes Leading IP Attorneys Nominated by Peers and Selected by Editorial Panel
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly has released its 2025 list of 'Go To Lawyers' in the field of Intellectual Property, highlighting attorneys recognized for their leadership and expertise. The honorees were nominated by colleagues and chosen by a dedicated panel, continuing the publication's tradition of spotlighting excel…
The United States Trade Representative has placed India on its 2026 Priority Watch List for intellectual property (IP) rights, flagging continued concerns over protection and enfo…
The United States Trade Representative has placed India on its 2026 Priority Watch List for intellectual property (IP) rights, flagging continued concerns over protection and enforcement mechanisms. The designation was announced in the annual Special 301 Report, which assesses how effectively US trading partners safeg…
WIPO's 2014 World Intellectual Property Indicators reveal robust growth in patent, trademark, industrial design, and plant variety filings, driven primarily by China and the US am…
The World Intellectual Property Organization's 2014 report highlights a 9% increase in global patent applications in 2013, with China accounting for nearly one-third of filings worldwide. Trademark applications also rose sharply, reaching almost 5 million, fueled by strong demand in China. While China and the US exper…
New policy aims to encourage innovation and protection in the sports sector by waiving registration fees for patents, trademarks, and designs for three years
The Indian government has announced a three-year waiver of fees for intellectual property registrations connected to the sports industry. This initiative is designed to stimulate growth and safeguard innovations in sports technology, equipment, and branding by reducing financial barriers for applicants.
Indian pharmaceutical company Lupin agrees to a $90 million settlement with Astellas Pharma, ending patent litigation over mirabegron in the U.S. market
Lupin Ltd., a leading Indian pharmaceutical firm, has reached a $90 million settlement with Japan-based Astellas Pharma Inc. to resolve ongoing patent disputes concerning the U.S. rights to mirabegron, a drug used to treat overactive bladder. The agreement allows Lupin to continue marketing its generic version in the…
The US Trade Representative continues to monitor India’s intellectual property regime amid ongoing concerns over enforcement and protection standards.
In its latest Special 301 Report, the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has kept India on the Priority Watch List for intellectual property rights (IPR) protection. This designation reflects persistent challenges in India’s enforcement of IP laws, including issues related to patent protection, copyright enforc…
The Supreme Court ruled that assigning trademarks as collateral for loans contravenes the Trademarks Act and Banking Regulation Act, clarifying the legal framework for intellectua…
In a landmark judgment in Canara Bank vs NG Subbaraya Setty, the Supreme Court of India held that the assignment of trademarks as security for outstanding loans is prohibited under existing laws. The ruling emphasizes that trademarks cannot be used as collateral in banking transactions, reinforcing statutory protectio…
Katihar Court Grants Status Quo Relief in Dispute Over Iconic Bollywood Films and Music Catalogues, Marking a Significant Win for Producers
In a landmark ruling, the Civil Judge (Senior Division)-I Court in Katihar has granted interim protection to M/s. Puja Entertainment (India) Ltd. against Tips Music Limited and others, halting unauthorized exploitation of intellectual property rights related to several renowned Bollywood films and music catalogues. Th…
International payments for IP use have more than doubled since 2010, reflecting the growing role of intangible assets in global commerce
In 2023, worldwide cross-border payments for intellectual property (IP) usage exceeded $1 trillion, marking significant growth driven by increased global economic integration and the rising importance of intangible assets such as technology and software. The United States, Japan, Germany, the Netherlands, and the Unit…
WASHINGTON — The United States has again placed India on its Priority Watch List for intellectual property concerns, citing persistent enforcement gaps, patent delays and long-run…
WASHINGTON — The United States has again placed India on its Priority Watch List for intellectual property concerns, citing persistent enforcement gaps, patent delays and long-running disputes over protections for pharmaceutical and digital products. The designation was included in the 2026 Special 301 Report released…