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Court Bans infringers from infringing "RAY-BAN"

Court Bans infringers from infringing “RAY-BAN”

Luxottica Group S.P.A., a global leader in eyewear and owner of the Ray-Ban trademark, secured a permanent injunction against Iswar Opticals and others for manufacturing counterfeit products. The Delhi Court ruled in favor of Luxottica based on unchallenged evidence, confirming trademark infringement and violation of copyright. Continue Reading Court Bans infringers from infringing “RAY-BAN”
September 20, 2024 Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 290Views 1Like
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Fake Headsets? Not on Samsung’s Watch: Court Issues Permanent Injunction

Fake Headsets? Not on Samsung’s Watch: Court Issues Permanent Injunction

The Delhi District Court issued a permanent injunction in favor of Samsung, preventing further sale of counterfeit headsets by several defendants. The Court confirmed trademark infringement and ordered the destruction of fake goods. Samsung was awarded litigation costs but punitive damages were denied. Continue Reading Fake Headsets? Not on Samsung’s Watch: Court Issues Permanent Injunction
September 19, 2024 Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 174Views 0Like
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Court Directs Meta to Take Down Deepfake Videos of NSE CEO in Urgent Ruling

Court Directs Meta to Take Down Deepfake Videos of NSE CEO in Urgent Ruling

The Bombay High Court granted urgent interim relief to NSE, ordering Meta and other intermediaries to remove deepfake videos falsely showing NSE’s CEO endorsing stock-picking services. The court highlighted the importance of preventing market manipulation and safeguarding investor trust. Continue Reading Court Directs Meta to Take Down Deepfake Videos of NSE CEO in Urgent Ruling
September 18, 2024 Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Social Media Law, Trademarks 0Comment 233Views 3Likes
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Section 3(j), Essentially biological processes and human intervention

Section 3(j), Essentially biological processes and human intervention

The Madras High Court remanded Sakata Seed Corporation’s patent application, focusing on the human intervention in biological processes under Section 3(j). The Court found that the Applicant’s arguments regarding human intervention were not sufficiently addressed by the Patent Office, leading to a fresh review of the case. Continue Reading Section 3(j), Essentially biological processes and human intervention
September 17, 2024 Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 219Views 4Likes
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Century Ply’s claims of Trademark infringement do not fly, rules court

Century Ply’s claims of Trademark infringement do not fly, rules court

The Delhi Tis Hazari Court dismissed a trademark infringement suit filed by Century Plyboards against Shree Balaji Ply Center. The court found the plaintiff’s allegations based on hearsay evidence and lack of credible proof, resulting in a ruling in favor of the defendant, awarding them the costs of defending the suit. Continue Reading Century Ply’s claims of Trademark infringement do not fly, rules court
September 16, 2024 Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 252Views 4Likes
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Delhi High Court issues injunctions for fraudulently using IP Law Firm’s Trademark and Partner’s Name

Delhi High Court issues injunctions for fraudulently using IP Law Firm’s Trademark and Partner’s Name

The Delhi High Court issued an interim injunction in favor of Anand And Anand, safeguarding its trademark against fraudulent impersonation in emails. The court also ordered the blacklisting of email addresses used by cybercriminals and instructed service providers to disclose their identities. Continue Reading Delhi High Court issues injunctions for fraudulently using IP Law Firm’s Trademark and Partner’s Name
September 13, 2024 Case Reviews, Copyrights, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 282Views 2Likes
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Videos, Merchandise, and Image Infringement of the TV Show ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ Injuncted

Videos, Merchandise, and Image Infringement of the TV Show ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ Injuncted

The Delhi High Court issued an ex-parte injunction in favor of Neela Film Productions, creators of “Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah,” restraining various online platforms from infringing the show’s intellectual property rights. This ruling underscores the need for protecting IP against unauthorized use and commercial exploitation. Continue Reading Videos, Merchandise, and Image Infringement of the TV Show ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ Injuncted
September 12, 2024 Case Reviews, Copyrights, Intellectual Property 0Comment 212Views 1Like
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“Be mindful when exercising quasi judicial power, cryptic orders unacceptable”says Bombay High Court

“Be mindful when exercising quasi judicial power, cryptic orders unacceptable” says Bombay High Court

The Bombay High Court orders a fresh review of Seiwa Kasei’s ‘PHYTOCUTICLE’ trademark application, challenging the Registrar’s refusal for lack of distinctiveness. Continue Reading “Be mindful when exercising quasi judicial power, cryptic orders unacceptable” says Bombay High Court
September 11, 2024 Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Patents 0Comment 228Views 3Likes
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Wrong Documents Served, Abandonment of Opposition Set Aside

Wrong Documents Served, Abandonment of Opposition Set Aside

The Delhi High Court restored the opposition in the ‘SIGNUM GROUP’ trademark dispute, correcting an abandonment caused by a Registrar’s error. The case highlights procedural issues in trademark registration and opposition management. Continue Reading Wrong Documents Served, Abandonment of Opposition Set Aside
September 10, 2024 Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 204Views 2Likes
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Prakash Pipes prevails over later trademark for 'Prakash'

Prakash Pipes prevails over later trademark for ‘Prakash’

The Madras High Court granted a rectification petition filed by Prakash Pipes Limited, canceling Mr. Rama’s ‘PRAKASH’ trademark for non-use. The Court found the registration to be malicious, aimed at unlawful enrichment, and noted the Petitioner’s long-standing rights and goodwill associated with the trademark. Continue Reading Prakash Pipes prevails over later trademark for ‘Prakash’
September 9, 2024 Case Reviews, Intellectual Property, Trademarks 0Comment 221Views 3Likes
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