Intellectual Property - R K Dewan - Patent and Trademark Attorney in India

THE PATENT ROOM™ My Invention Has Been Published in a Reputed Journal, Can I Now File a Patent Application for that Invention?

RKDNovember 4, 2025

Ideas are everywhere. But protecting them? That’s where the real story begins. Let’s talk about a problem many researchers and ... Read More

The Trademark Room: Understanding Domain Name Disputes

RKDOctober 31, 2025

Domain name disputes usually begin with an unpleasant discovery: someone, somewhere, has registered a domain name containing your trademark. When ... Read More

THE PATENT ROOM™: I want to manufacture a product in India. But I am told that there is already a patent on that product. What should I do?

RKDOctober 28, 2025

When you plan to manufacture a product in India and discover that it may already be patented, it can seem ... Read More

THE PATENT ROOM™: I Filed One Patent Application… But It Has Two Inventions. What Should I Do Next?

RKDOctober 24, 2025

Imagine that you’ve been working on something new, unique, and maybe even revolutionary for months. You finally send in your ... Read More

The IP Portfolio: More Than Just a Trademark

RKDOctober 17, 2025

A robust franchise system licenses multiple IP assets in a bundled package. Each category requires careful thought in the licensing ... Read More

The Inventor’s Race: How to Accelerate the Patent Process in India

RKDOctober 13, 2025

In India, getting a patent can make or break a business or innovator. The usual process drags on for years, ... Read More

The Patent Room™: I Googled It And Didn’t Find Anything – So I Can Patent It, Right?

RKDSeptember 15, 2025

Ideas are everywhere. But protecting them—that’s where things really get interesting. Patents aren’t just a legal formality; they’re the backbone ... Read More

THE PATENT ROOM™: I Have Presented My Invention in a Lecture at a University – Can I Still File a Patent in India?

RKDSeptember 13, 2025

Patents reward inventors by granting exclusive rights over their inventions, but the protection only works if the invention meets strict ... Read More

What is Intellectual Property Valuation?

RKDSeptember 1, 2025

Before we understand how Intellectual Property (IP) is valued, it’s important to know what an IP asset is. IP assets ... Read More

IP Valuation in Mergers and Acquisitions

Why IP Valuation Matters In Mergers, Acquisition And Fundraising

RKDAugust 28, 2025

Mergers and acquisitions are often described as the “marriages” of the business world. Just like in any relationship, success depends ... Read More

Pending VS. Registered Patents : Do They Differ In IP Valuation?

RKDAugust 25, 2025

1. Introduction In today’s knowledge-driven economy, patents are the fuel that foster innovation, drive market competition, and attract investments. Whether ... Read More

How Trademark Valuation Adds to Business Worth

RKDAugust 20, 2025

Starting a business is like planting a seed—full of dreams, hard work, and a bit of uncertainty. You pour your ... Read More