Tag: Innovation

Legislative IP Developments 2024: Trends & Future ProspectsIn the realm of AI and intellectual property, legislative efforts are beginning to take shape, offering a glimpse into the future direction of this evolving landscape. The...

In the second part of a two-part series, we delve deeper into Dentons' Project Golden Spike and its ambitious goals. In the 2010s, Dentons' firm leaders had a vision to expand into markets that...

Professor Gary Marchant of Arizona State University Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law recently made a bold prediction about the future of the legal profession. He stated that within five years, it will be...

Crafting quality patents is essential for any inventor looking to protect their innovations and intellectual property. A patent application that is drafted with quality in mind will not only help the inventor feel confident...

Jones Robb PLLC is currently in search of registered patent attorneys or patent agents for both full- and part-time remote positions. The responsibilities of the role include preparing and prosecuting patent applications both domestically...

The recent decision by the Federal Circuit regarding induced infringement claims has brought to light an important aspect of the Hatch-Waxman Act. This case involving Amarin and Hikma sheds light on the use of...

In a landmark decision on May 16, 2024, a Japanese court ruled that artificial intelligence (AI) systems cannot be considered inventors under the Patent Act. The case, known as Tokyo District Court Case R5...

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has announced a final rule that will update the rules of practice before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). This rule aims to formalize the existing...

Thanks to generative artificial intelligence, lawyers can save a lot of time and effort on their legal work. The AI legal software market is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, reaching $8.7...

The Federal Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision that claims for a software system managing pre-employment background investigations were not eligible for a patent. Miller Mendel, Inc. owns the patent in...

The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently announced updated Subject Matter Eligibility Guidance, specifically focusing on emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI). This new guidance includes three detailed examples to address common situations...

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is currently facing a significant backlog of patent and trademark applications, with a total of 785,387 unexamined applications. This backlog has been attributed to various factors, including...

This week in the world of intellectual property, there have been significant developments that are worth noting. Let's dive into the latest news in the IP landscape.The European Union has published the final text...

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently issued a request for comments seeking public input on the current state of the common law experimental use exception to patent infringement. This request is...

Intellectual property is a valuable asset that needs to be protected just like any physical property. In a recent episode of The Inspired Patent Podcast, the importance of understanding and safeguarding intellectual property was...

The US patent system has faced criticism for many years, with some blaming patents for issues like patent litigation abuse and high drug prices. However, there is little evidence to support these claims. In...

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) recently upheld a district court's decision that a patent for e-signature technology was not eligible under Section 101. The patent in question, U.S. Patent...

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has recently released a draft Request for Comments (RFC) seeking public feedback on the experimental use exception in patent law. This exception allows for non-commercial experimentation with...

This week, we had a conversation with Scott McKeown from Wolf Greenfield and Steve McBride from Carmichael IP regarding the latest updates from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). We delved into...

The first half of 2024 has been a busy time for the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), with the introduction of five different notices of proposed rulemaking. While the first three proposed...

Revamping Patent Laws: Insights from Kevin Kiley and Eagle Forum PresidentA recent event hosted by the Eagle Forum Education & Legal Defense Fund shed light on the state of the patent system in the...

IPWatchdog Unleashed is a new podcast that delves into the world of intellectual property, discussing law, news, policy, and politics related to innovation, technology, and creativity. The host, Gene Quinn, a renowned patent attorney...

The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on patent eligibility has become a crucial issue in recent times. The current body of U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit case law and U.S. Patent...

Inventorship Beyond TV: The Art of MacGyveringInventorship is a crucial aspect of patent law that often requires a thorough analysis of the contributions of inventors. While popular media, like the character of MacGyver from...

Harvey, a startup backed by OpenAI, is making waves in the legal industry by revolutionizing the way law firms operate. Despite multiple requests for comment, Harvey has remained silent, leaving many curious about its...