This post discusses the Lionsgate v. Ameritrade case, focusing on copyright and trademark claims related to the use of a famous Dirty Dancing line in advertising. The court found that trademark claims were pre-empted by copyright law, highlighting the legal boundaries between these intellectual property rights.
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Copyright Board to be constituted soon……or not so soon?
The Delhi High Court has ordered the urgent reconstitution of the Copyright Board in India, citing statutory requirements for judicial representation under the Copyright Act 2012. This article analyses the ongoing legal scrutiny and the administrative steps being directed to restore the Board’s adjudicatory role.
Read more about Copyright Board to be constituted soon……or not so soon?Young Intellectuals: Intellectual Property Insights
Intellect breeds wisdom, and wisdom begets knowledge. Intellectuals push the boundaries of knowledge and creativity, and with these sharp minds around, the world is always...
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This post analyses the IP risks faced by Ringing Bells’ Freedom 251 mobile phone, including potential patent, design, and copyright violations. It objectively explores legal implications and the importance of IP compliance for Indian manufacturers.
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This post examines the legal dispute over the copyright of Dr B R Ambedkar’s collected works. It provides a structured analysis of the positions of the Centre, Maharashtra government, and Prakash Ambedkar within the framework of Indian copyright law.
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The blog analyses the ongoing legal battle over tattoo copyright ownership involving NBA 2K16 and Solid Oak Sketches. It explores whether tattoo authorship and ownership should reside with the artist or the athlete, considering the complexities of copyright law.
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This article explores the copyright and trademark issues raised in the dispute between Bluebook and Baby Blue. It analyses whether the Bluebook is copyrightable and examines trademark concerns relating to the use of the term ‘Blue’. The post provides an objective overview of the arguments from both sides.
Read more about Bluebook vs Baby BlueTrouble in Mohenjo Daro Paradise!
Mohenjo Daro has become embroiled in a copyright dispute after Akashaditya Lama accused the filmmakers of copying his script. The legal battle raises significant questions about copyright protection in Indian cinema and the complexities of film script ownership.
Read more about Trouble in Mohenjo Daro Paradise!Hrithik Roshan’s New Film in Legal Trouble
Hrithik Roshan’s latest film has become the subject of a legal dispute over script ownership and copyright. Sudhanshu Pandey alleges that the film’s story and dialogue are copied from his original script Farmayish, leading to legal notices and public claims from both parties.
Read more about Hrithik Roshan’s New Film in Legal TroubleDisney Sues Venezuelan Company
Disney has initiated legal proceedings against a Venezuelan company for commercial use of its characters in live shows. The matter underscores the distinction between fair use and infringement under copyright law, especially in commercial contexts.
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