2024 patent judgements Archives

Cool interim order for ITW’s pre-conditioned air patent, but Competitor’s airport deals allowed to continue

The Delhi High Court issued an interim injunction in favor of ITW GSE APS, restraining Dabico Airport Solutions from infringing on ITW’s pre-conditioned air patent during the pending suit. ITW’s PCA units, featuring advanced VFDs controlled by a central controller, are recognized globally. Dabico’s challenges were dismissed, leading to the injunction and a mandated turnover disclosure. Continue Reading Cool interim order for ITW’s pre-conditioned air patent, but Competitor’s airport deals allowed to continue

July 22, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 210Views 2Likes

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Cow dung lamp from Traditional Knowledge fails to light up patentability standards

The Madras High Court dismissed an appeal challenging the rejection of a patent for an eco-friendly lamp made from panchagavya and traditional herbal leaves. The court upheld the decision, citing traditional knowledge and lack of inventive step. Continue Reading Cow dung lamp from Traditional Knowledge fails to light up patentability standards

July 17, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents, Traditional Knowledge 0Comment 267Views 1Like

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Court balances Hygieia’s patent application after IPO disbalances it under section 59

The Madras High Court has set aside the refusal of Hygieia Inc.’s patent application, highlighting the need for proper consideration of amended claims. The court emphasized the importance of interpreting claims in conjunction with their specifications and has directed a re-examination of the application by a different controller within six months. Continue Reading Court balances Hygieia’s patent application after IPO disbalances it under section 59

July 15, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 250Views 2Likes

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“Focus on technology, not semantics” says court in case involving gene technology

The Madras High Court ruled in favor of Toyota, overturning the patent office’s refusal to grant a patent for a gene increasing plant biomass and seed production. The court emphasized the importance of scientific aspects over language semantics and directed a review within six months. Continue Reading “Focus on technology, not semantics” says court in case involving gene technology

July 13, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 221Views 1Like

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Court Cranks the Clock Back on Opposed Crankshaft Patent Refusal

The Madras High Court remanded Pinnacle Engines Inc.’s patent application for their opposed piston engine, addressing inventive features overlooked by the Assistant Controller of Patents. The court emphasized the significance of the crank offset and opposite crankshaft rotation in reducing friction and vibration, directing a reassessment by a different officer. Continue Reading Court Cranks the Clock Back on Opposed Crankshaft Patent Refusal

July 10, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 248Views 1Like

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Patent on Portable Vehicle Management System goes offtrack

The Delhi High Court confirmed the refusal of Mahesh Gupta’s patent application for a Portable Vehicle Management System, citing the lack of an inventive step in light of prior arts D4 and D5. The decision underscores important principles of patentability, including mosaicing, hindsight bias, and the criteria for non-obviousness. Continue Reading Patent on Portable Vehicle Management System goes offtrack

July 9, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 257Views 0Like

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High Court of Himachal Pradesh grants Boehringer Ingelheim an interim injunction against Eris Lifesciences for patent infringement of diabetes drug Empagliflozin

Boehringer secures Patent Injunction for its Diabetes Drug – Empagliflozin

On May 30, 2024, the High Court of Himachal Pradesh granted an interim injunction to Boehringer Ingelheim, restraining Eris Lifesciences from manufacturing, selling, or marketing Empagliflozin tablets due to patent infringement. The court emphasized the importance of maintaining scientific integrity and upheld the validity of Boehringer’s patent. Continue Reading Boehringer secures Patent Injunction for its Diabetes Drug – Empagliflozin

June 10, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 680Views 0Like

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Madras High Court criticizes inconsistent patent examination in Industeel France case, emphasizing fair and thorough evaluation for inventors.

Patent examination should not kill the scientific temper of an inventor

The Madras High Court criticized inconsistent patent examination practices in Industeel France’s case, emphasizing the need for a fair and thorough evaluation process. The court ordered a de novo examination by a different Controller and stressed the importance of maintaining scientific temper. Continue Reading Patent examination should not kill the scientific temper of an inventor

June 6, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 408Views 0Like

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Madras High Court clarifies that claim amendments in a patent application do not mean abandoning earlier claims. Learn about the court's decision in Genomatica Inc. vs Controller of Patents

New claims, Old claims, and Claim Amendments: Section 59 of the Patents Act

In a significant ruling, the Madras High Court clarified that amending claims in a patent application does not imply abandonment of earlier claims. The court directed that decisions should be based on the amended claims. This analysis was part of Genomatica Inc. vs Controller of Patents case. Continue Reading New claims, Old claims, and Claim Amendments: Section 59 of the Patents Act

June 5, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 358Views 0Like

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Monoclonal antibodies and Patents – How the Madras High Court interpreted Section 3(c)

The Madras High Court clarified the interpretation of Section 3(c) in the context of monoclonal antibodies patent in Genmab A/S v. Assistant Controller of Patents. The court emphasized the importance of novelty and technical advancement for patent eligibility. Continue Reading Monoclonal antibodies and Patents – How the Madras High Court interpreted Section 3(c)

May 31, 2024 BananaIP Reporter Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 483Views 0Like

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Cool interim order for ITW’s pre-conditioned air patent, but Competitor’s airport deals allowed to continue

Cow dung lamp from Traditional Knowledge fails to light up patentability standards

Court balances Hygieia’s patent application after IPO disbalances it under section 59

“Focus on technology, not semantics” says court in case involving gene technology

Court Cranks the Clock Back on Opposed Crankshaft Patent Refusal

Patent on Portable Vehicle Management System goes offtrack

Boehringer secures Patent Injunction for its Diabetes Drug – Empagliflozin

Patent examination should not kill the scientific temper of an inventor

New claims, Old claims, and Claim Amendments: Section 59 of the Patents Act

Monoclonal antibodies and Patents – How the Madras High Court interpreted Section 3(c)

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