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Karnataka HC Balances Employee Rights and Business Confidentiality in Bizotico Case

Karnataka HC Balances Employee Rights and Business Confidentiality in Bizotico Case

In the M/s. Bizotico v. Mohammed Sajjad case, the Karnataka High Court issued a nuanced ruling balancing business confidentiality and employee rights. While the court upheld the plaintiff’s concerns about the misuse of sensitive data, it dismissed the defamation claim due to insufficient evidence. The decision underscores the court’s careful approach to protecting both business interests and employee freedoms. Continue Reading Karnataka HC Balances Employee Rights and Business Confidentiality in Bizotico Case

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Court Orders Former Employee to Pay Rs. 1 Lakh for Early Resignation

Court Orders Former Employee to Pay Rs. 1 Lakh for Early Resignation

In a significant ruling, the Delhi Civil Court ordered a former employee to pay Rs. 1 lakh for breaching a two-year training agreement by resigning early. The court, however, denied the injunction on the misuse of confidential information due to insufficient evidence. Continue Reading Court Orders Former Employee to Pay Rs. 1 Lakh for Early Resignation

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Delhi High Court Prioritizes Cases Involving Persons with Disabilities

Delhi High Court Prioritizes Cases Involving Persons with Disabilities

The Delhi High Court has issued a circular on 24.07.2024, mandating that litigants and advocates dealing with disability cases inform the Joint Registrar/Deputy Registrar for priority listing. This initiative aims to ensure that such cases are disposed of swiftly and efficiently. Continue Reading Delhi High Court Prioritizes Cases Involving Persons with Disabilities

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Knowledge Transfer by Former Employee Cannot Be Enforced, Rules the Delhi High Court

Knowledge Transfer by Former Employee Cannot Be Enforced, Rules the Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court has ruled that knowledge transfer by a former employee cannot be enforced, emphasizing the limitations on employment agreements and protecting employee rights. The court highlighted that personal service contracts are not subject to specific performance under the Specific Relief Act, 1963. Continue Reading Knowledge Transfer by Former Employee Cannot Be Enforced, Rules the Delhi High Court

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CGPDTM Calls Stakeholders Meeting on Patents Amendment Rules, 2024

The Office of CGPDTM has scheduled a virtual stakeholders meeting on July 29, 2024, to discuss the Patents Amendment Rules and the requirements for filing Form-27. This open forum aims to address stakeholders’ concerns and facilitate a comprehensive discussion on the working statement of patented inventions in India. Continue Reading CGPDTM Calls Stakeholders Meeting on Patents Amendment Rules, 2024

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BananaIP Weekly IP Insights - November 15th, 2023

BananaIP Weekly IP Insights – November 15th, 2023

Welcome to the latest edition of BananaIP's Weekly IP Insights, published on November 15th, 2023. Our dedicated team at BananaIP has meticulously researched and compiled key developments in the intellectual property domain to keep you informed and up-to-date. This week, we bring you significant updates from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), insights into global patent trends, and notable advancements in the realm of accessibility and intellectual property rights. Our commitment is to provide reliable and comprehensive information for our…

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Public Notice from the Office of the Controller General of Patents: Submit Feedback on Updated Intellectual Property Guidelines by October 15, 2023

Indian IP Office Public Notice: Submit Feedback on Guidelines by Oct 15, 2023

Date: August 30, 2023 The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trade Marks has released a formal public notice with the objective of soliciting suggestions and comments for the revision of current manuals and guidelines. This also includes the issuance of new guidelines for Patents, Designs, Trade Marks, Geographical Indications, and Copyrights. Who May Participate The invitation for input extends to all interested parties, including patent and trademark holders, designers, legal experts, academics, and professionals in industries governed by…

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