Midwest Intellectual Property Summit, Nov 16, 2010
October 8, 2010
Woodard, Emhardt is excited to be participating in this year’s Midwest Intellectual Property Summit, building on the 2009 Symposium that featured a broad range of intellectual property topics. Attendees will enjoy an interactive question and answer session with a panel consisting of…
Read MoreTips for Mitigating Claims of Inequitable Conduct
September 21, 2010
Recent decisions by the Federal Circuit have affirmed findings of inequitable conduct based on a failure of the applicant to cite material references that were in the applicant’s possession and not cumulative of other previously-cited references. The result of the…
Read MoreTake Down Provisions: Copyright First. Now Trademark. What Next?
September 16, 2010
Below is a presentation that discusses how the take down provisions of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) have been expanded to not only cover copyrights but other forms of intellectual property, such as trademarks, rights of publicity, patents, etc.…
Read MoreUSPTO Begins Patent Prosecution Highway Pilot Program with Russian Patent Office (ROSPATENT)
September 7, 2010
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is participating in a one-year patent prosecution highway pilot program with the Russian Patent Office. The pilot program will last for one year beginning on September 1, 2010. Under the Patent Prosecution…
Read MoreUSPTO Provides Updated Examination Guidelines In View of KSR Decision
September 3, 2010
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently published updated examination guidelines regarding obviousness rejections under 35 U.S.C. §103 in light of the United States Supreme Court’s 2007 decision in KSR Int’l Co. v. Teleflex Inc. The updated examination…
Read MoreUSPTO Provides Interim Guidance for Determining Patent Eligible Subject Matter in View of Bilski Decision
September 2, 2010
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has provided interim guidelines for determining subject matter eligibility under 35 U.S.C. §101 for process claims in view of the United States Supreme Court’s 2010 decision in Bilski v. Kappos. The guidelines…
Read MoreCharles J. Meyer Celebrates 15-Year Anniversary with Woodard, Emhardt
August 24, 2010
Congratulations to Woodard, Emhardt partner Charlie Meyer on his 15th anniversary with the firm. Charlie started with the firm in 1995 and was elected to the firm partnership in 2001. He currently serves as Chairman of the firm’s Trademark Practice…
Read MoreTrademark Office Consistency Program Extended
August 20, 2010
After assessing the Trademark Consistency Initiative Pilot Program, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has decided to extend and expand the program. The USPTO is expanding the parameters of the program so that a Request for Consistency Review…
Read MoreTimothy N. Thomas Celebrates 20-Year Anniversary with Woodard, Emhardt
August 19, 2010
Congratulations to Woodard, Emhardt partner Tim Thomas on his 20th anniversary with the firm. Tim started with the firm in 1990, was admitted to the U.S. Patent Bar in 1992, and was elected to the firm partnership in 1996. He…
Read MoreUSPTO Funding Bill Becomes Public Law
August 16, 2010
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) was successful in its lobbying efforts to get an important funding bill (H.R. 5874) passed by Congress and signed by the President. The legislation allows the USPTO to increase its spending authority…
Read MoreThomas Henry Celebrates 35-Year Anniversary with Woodard, Emhardt
July 30, 2010
Congratulations to Woodard, Emhardt managing partner Thomas Henry on his 35th anniversary with the firm. Tom started with the firm on July 25, 1975. He was President of the Indianapolis Bar Association, and has served on the boards of the…
Read MoreJohn McNett Celebrates 40-Year Anniversary with Woodard, Emhardt
July 27, 2010
Congratulations to Woodard, Emhardt partner John McNett on his 40th anniversary with the firm. John started with the firm on July 20, 1970. John has been instrumental to and actively involved in the growth of the firm over the course…
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