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Harmonious Construction Can Ignore the Term Clause

This post discusses a Delhi High Court case on copyright infringement involving film music rights and the principle of harmonious construction in contract law. The Court’s decision highlights the importance of interpreting agreements in their entirety when resolving intellectual property disputes.

Broadcasting Licenses under Sec. 31D of Copyright Amendment Act, 2012

Section 31D of the Copyright Amendment Act, 2012, provides statutory licensing for broadcasting published literary and musical works in India. The post clarifies that this provision mainly applies to radio, with limited scope for television broadcasters, and excludes synchronization licenses.

Works Made for Hire and Film Production – Part I: Notes on Copyright Amendment, 2012

This post provides a structured analysis of works made for hire under Indian copyright law, especially in film production. It examines Section 17, the 2012 amendment, and emerging questions on authors’ rights and producer ownership.

India’s Copyright Societies & Collective Rights Management – Part VI

This post analyses the functioning of copyright societies in India, recent legislative changes, and significant judicial interpretations. It addresses critical questions about licensing models and the intent behind the 2012 amendments, with an objective, legal-academic perspective.

Ideas, Concepts, Scripts & Stories – Protecting Ideas in the Entertainment Industry Part I

The post discusses the protection of ideas in the entertainment industry, particularly under Indian copyright law. It addresses the limitations of idea protection, the risks of idea theft, and the significance of formal agreements and registrations for writers. The analysis is clear, objective, and rooted in legal principles.

Gawker Media Sued By Dr. Phil; U.S. ‘Six-Strikes’ Policy Company loses its Status; and more

This post reviews key copyright infringement disputes, including Dr. Phil’s case against Gawker Media and the status change of the Six-Strikes policy company. It further examines the International Trade Commission’s ruling in favour of Twin-Star International.

Salient Features of the Copyright Amendment Bill 2012 and its Impact on Entertainment Industry

The Copyright Amendment Bill 2012 brings notable changes to Indian copyright law, impacting authors, performers, and producers in the entertainment sector. This analysis examines the Bill’s main provisions and their practical implications for copyright ownership, royalties, and statutory licensing.

Bombay High Court Rules that CBFC has no ‘Intellectual Morality’,US Copyright Office forms a Mechanical Rights Society,Rapper Sues Insurance Company over Copyright Infringement Lawsuit, and more

The bulletin presents key legal updates on copyright infringement, entertainment law, and e-commerce regulation in India and internationally. It covers significant court rulings, new copyright societies, and policy changes, offering structured and factual analysis for legal professionals and stakeholders.

American Broadcasting vs. Aereo – Landmark Copyright Infringement case

The US Supreme Court’s decision in American Broadcasting vs. Aereo clarified the scope of public performance and copyright infringement for television broadcasts. The judgment signals a pivotal shift in how retransmission technologies are regulated under copyright law.

Swiss Supreme Court Finally Approves Registration of the Sign “APPLE”, Xiaomi Introduces Mimoji Similar to that of Apple’s Memoji, Federal Court Holds Amazon Liable for Defective Third-Party Goods, and more

This bulletin reviews significant legal developments, including the Swiss Supreme Court’s approval of the APPLE trademark and Amazon’s new liability for defective third-party goods. It also covers copyright trends, Xiaomi’s Mimoji launch, and recent enforcement in e-commerce and music distribution.