Imagine That IP Law Blog

Standards do not just happen. They are built line-by-line and meeting-by-meeting through the efforts of many stakeholders including engineers, researchers, and companies that show up and do the work required to develop a standard. In many industries, including wireless and cellular communications, standards development can shape entire markets. It influences interoperability, device and network roadmaps, certification expectations, and the technical direction of the ecosystem.

The challenge is that meaningful participation in standards development organizations ... Read More ›

For many U.S. companies, a global patent strategy has traditionally focused on a familiar and possible short list of jurisdictions, including, for example, the United States, Europe, China, Japan, and South Korea. As a jurisdiction for seeking patent protection, India sometimes fell into the “nice to have” category, where companies would file if the budget allowed, or revisit it later if the business grew. As outlined below, companies need to start rethinking this strategy, as an Indian patent can be a viable and necessary part of the intellectual property (IP) portfolio.Read More ›

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, especially large language models, are transforming many aspects of legal work, including contract drafting. They can generate polished-looking text in seconds and even assist in assembling certain legal documents. But when it comes to complex, highly technical, or high-stakes contracts, particularly those involving intellectual property (IP), relying solely on AI is not just risky, it can have sweeping legal and financial consequences.

Here’s why skilled attorney review remains essential:

IP and Patent Agreements Involve ... Read More ›

On October 17, 2020, the Chinese Legislature passed the Fourth Amendment to the China Patent Law, which will take effect on June 1, 2021. The Fourth Amendment marks the first major change in Chinese patent law since 2008. These changes will have a major impact on both prosecution and enforcement. Key amendments include those related to patent terms, damages, and licenses. Below is a summary of a few of these key amendments.

New Article 20 adds a “Good Faith” provision which reads, in part, “patent rights shall not be abused to harm public interests or the legitimate rights and ... Read More ›