Moana and Jane are employed by Sobecal (a pharmaceutical company) to research and develop new pharmaceuticals. Moana

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Moana and Jane are employed by Sobecal (a pharmaceutical company) to research and develop new pharmaceuticals.

Moana and Jane are full of enthusiasm for research, so at weekends they often carry out research experiments in their home basement, which they have equipped as a laboratory.

Moana and Jane have invented a plant-based syrup for relieving the dry coughing symptoms of coronavirus. They have patented their method for making the syrup and it is now available for sale in health food shops.

Moana and Jane have recently received a letter from Sobecal's lawyer threatening them with legal action. The lawyer claims that the patent for the method rightfully belongs to their employer, Sobecal.

Is the lawyer correct? Advise Moana and Jane of their legal position.