Yahoo! Inc wins Trademark Lawsuit against Indian Firm AFPL
The Delhi High Court has granted Yahoo Inc. a permanent injunction against Apricot Foods Pvt. Ltd (AFPL) for trademark infringement. AFPL and its Director were found to have…
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Demi Lovato cannot “Let it go’’
Demi Lovato is embroiled in a copyright dispute with Sleigh Bells, who allege her song 'Stars' infringes on their track 'Infinity Guitars'. The ongoing lawsuit underscores key issues…
“Thank You” AT&T and CitiGroup
This post explores the trademark litigation between Citigroup and AT&T concerning the use of THANKYOU. It highlights the legal arguments, counterclaims, and eventual resolution, while referencing comparable intellectual…
DNC may face Disney’s infringement lawsuit
The DNC's new Donald Ducks mascot closely resembles a Disney character, raising concerns of trademark and copyright infringement. Disney's strong IP protection history suggests potential legal action against…
Specsavers gets Approval for ‘should’ve’
Specsavers has secured UKIPO approval to trademark 'should've', strengthening its exclusive use of the term in marketing. The decision highlights current legal debates on trademarking common words and…
RIO 2016 and Trademarks
This article analyses the trademark restrictions imposed during the Rio 2016 Olympics, focusing on enforcement by the IOC and USOC. It discusses the implications for businesses, media, and…
Ed Sheeran sued for ‘Thinking out loud’
Ed Sheeran faces a copyright lawsuit over 'Thinking Out Loud,' with allegations of copying Marvin Gaye's 'Let's Get It On.' The post examines the legal claims and industry…
Activist Phyllis Schlafly Loses Trademark Dispute against nephew’s Brewery
Phyllis Schlafly's opposition to her nephew's 'Schlafly Beer' trademark was rejected by the US Trademark Board. The Board held that the mark had acquired distinctiveness after years of…
Mohenjo Daro triumphs infringement battle
The Bombay High Court dismissed a copyright infringement suit against Mohenjo Daro, finding no substantial similarity with the plaintiff’s work. The judgement reinforced the need for clear evidence…
Intellectual Property : Sipping on IP
'Sipping on IP' sessions by BananaIP Counsels provide an open forum to discuss recent developments in Indian intellectual property law. The post analyses copyright, trademark, and patent issues,…
Mohenjo Daro clears copyright infringement case
The Bombay High Court dismissed a copyright infringement claim against the makers of Mohenjo Daro, finding the allegations unsupported. The court imposed costs on the plaintiff and allowed…
Trademark backlog to be finally reduced?
The Commerce and Industry Minister has outlined steps to reduce the trademark backlog in India, including hiring more examiners and strengthening online filing. Recent improvements and legal measures…