As per strict doctrine, interim orders are issued on the basis of a prima facie impression, to prevent “irreparable harm“, by virtue of a party’s actions, during the duration of the proceedings. But in effect, courts haven’t really been solving matters in accordance with settled doctrine, and have largely been sticking to settling matters, almost conclusively, through interim orders. You can find considerable coverage on SpicyIP on the same here. A Supreme Court Bench, comprising of J. Ranjan Gogoi and … Continue reading SpicyIP Tidbit: SC Calls Out “Disturbing Trend” of Settling IPR Issues Through Interim Orders