In a landmark judgment, the Karnataka High Court has directed the Indian Intellectual Property Office to implement accessibility measures, ensuring that Persons with Disabilities can interact with the IPO systems seamlessly, setting a new precedent for inclusivity in governmental digital interfaces. Continue Reading Karnataka High Court breaks barriers on accessibility at Intellectual Property office in landmark ruling
The Patent and Trademark Agent profession stands out as an excellent career option, especially for individuals with disabilities. With the announcement of the upcoming Patent and Trademark Agent exam dates, it's the perfect time to consider this rewarding profession.
Why the Patent/Trademark profession of Persons with Disabilities?
Here's why the patent and trademark profession is an appealing option for persons with disabilities:
Independence in Work: A majority of the tasks in this field are desk-based, ensuring that individuals can work with…
Background
The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India published a Draft National Policy for Persons with Disabilities (hereinafter referred to as "National Disability Policy" or "Disability Policy") for comments from the general public. The proposed policy is expected to replace the prior policy of 2006, and bring India's policy for persons with disabilities in line with the UNCRPD, the RPwD Act, and other developments in the country. One of…
BananaIP Counsels has introduced Accessibility and Disability Law Services as a part of its Intellectual Property Law Service offerings. The objective of these services is to facilitate Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) connect with qualified lawyers and avail their assistance. This gives Persons with Disabilities an option to seek professional advice with respect to accessibility, accommodations, and assistance. These services may also be availed by organizations and companies to implement accessibility and reasonable accommodations in compliance with Rights of Persons with…