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Patentee Rights During Pendency Of Post-Grant Opposition

20th May, 2019 - 4:32 am Categories: Legal Issues

Issues: In the case of Novartis AG & ANR v Natco Pharma Ltd, Swiss Pharma major Novartis has been granted patent for novel and inventive compound “Certinib” for treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. The suit patent was filed claiming priority since 2007, and was granted on 28th September, 2015. Novartis came across NOXALK (Natco … Continue reading Patentee Rights During Pendency Of Post-Grant Opposition

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Correct Interpretation of section 107A of the Indian Patents Act: Judgement in Bayer Vs. Natco & Alembic

20th May, 2019 - 4:15 am Categories: Intellectual Property Legal Issues

In a recent decision, the Divisional bench of Delhi high court has dealt with correct interpretation of Section 107A of the Patents Act, 1970, commonly known as the Bolar provision.The ruling came as a result of two appeals made by Bayer Corp. Ltd. against the Natco Pharma and Alembic Pharmaceuticals for infringement of its patents … Continue reading Correct Interpretation of section 107A of the Indian Patents Act: Judgement in Bayer Vs. Natco & Alembic

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Trimmer Troubles Nova . Delhi HC imposes 3 Cr damages for Infrigement Analysis- Philips vs (Nova)Amazestore and Philips vs Amitkumar Kantilal Jain

16th May, 2019 - 12:43 pm Categories: Legal Issues

Recently on April 22nd 2019, The Hon’ble Delhi High Court passed a judgment, awarding the highest ever quantum of damages in a copyright & design infringement case. Total cumulative relief awarded to the Plaintiff ( Philips) amounts to about INR 3, 15,71,000 (USD 451,244) [i.e. INR 1,19,96,000 (i.e. about USD 171,458) against the importer & … Continue reading Trimmer Troubles Nova . Delhi HC imposes 3 Cr damages for Infrigement Analysis- Philips vs (Nova)Amazestore and Philips vs Amitkumar Kantilal Jain

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Are Streaming Services Broadcasters?

14th May, 2019 - 11:59 am Categories: Legal Issues

Traditionally, the consumption of media content was primarily carried out through television and radio. This has changed with the internet. In today’s day and age, internet content streaming services have taken over the market and changed the way in which content is consumed by the public. While the developments in technology have made life more … Continue reading Are Streaming Services Broadcasters?

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A Frightening Case of Digital Piracy in the Entertainment Industry

14th May, 2019 - 10:25 am Categories: Legal Issues

Introduction Creative expressions are not a new domain and are as old as human societies, the difference in today’s scenario being the increased importance that is given to protection of such expressions. It was in 1667, when John Milton sold the rights of his legendary work, Paradise Lost for mere 10 pounds. As it was … Continue reading A Frightening Case of Digital Piracy in the Entertainment Industry

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Does Profiling Jeopardize Traditional Principles Of Law?

13th May, 2019 - 12:12 pm Categories: News & Updates

1. Living in an era of digitalisation and automated decision making has made access to services more effective, efficient and highly convenient. It is hard to ignore that e-commerce has essentially opened up an industry wherein the consumers have the privileged access to be spoilt for choice, at a cost of giving up personal data … Continue reading Does Profiling Jeopardize Traditional Principles Of Law?

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Khurana & Khurana Opens Jalandhar (Punjab) Office

11th May, 2019 - 11:55 am Categories: Copyright Copyright Infringement Copyright Litigation Corporate Law Fashion Law Intellectual Property IP Commercialization IP Licensing IP Litigation Licensing Media & Entertainment Law NCLT Patent Filing patent infringement Patent Litigation Patent Opposition Patents Trademark Trademark Litigation

Khurana & Khurana, Advocates and IP Attorneys (K&K) along with its IP Asset Management Practice, IIPRD, are happy to announce that they are expanding to Punjab and opening up their new branch Office in Jalandhar, w.e.f *insert date*, in wake of its growing Intellectual Property (IP) and Commercial Litigation Practice, and with an intent to … Continue reading Khurana & Khurana Opens Jalandhar (Punjab) Office

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Is Death By Mosquito Bite covered under Death By Accident ?

9th May, 2019 - 3:29 am Categories: Legal Issues

Few Days ago, I came across a very interesting headline “Is Death By Mosquito Bite covered under Death By Accident”. I was impressed by this question as I felt strong arguments can be raised from both side, and hence read about the issue in Depth. For answering this question we need to first understand “What … Continue reading Is Death By Mosquito Bite covered under Death By Accident ?

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Electoral Laws & Digital Media

6th May, 2019 - 12:12 pm Categories: News & Updates

Media, being considered as the fourth pillar of democracy is one of the most important weapons being used especially during elections. Of all the media, digital media in today’s digital world is the most used form of media, with the Loksabha elections currently being held all over the country, it is the responsibility of the … Continue reading Electoral Laws & Digital Media

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TikTok Controversy in India: Reasons behind imposing Ban and then Lifting up the Ban

2nd May, 2019 - 9:51 am Categories: Legal Issues News & Updates

The most popular video-sharing app TikTok, is presently trending in India for an altogether different reason. For those who dont know, TikTok is a Social Media Platform, owned by Byte-dance Company, the same company which also owned similar app named Musical.ly. TikTok grabbed a lot of eyeballs last week, due to the Ban imposed on it … Continue reading TikTok Controversy in India: Reasons behind imposing Ban and then Lifting up the Ban

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