Self publishing in India is expanding rapidly, but the legal and business risks for authors are significant. Despite promises of control and royalties, self publishing contracts often lack…
Intellepedia · 27 Jul 2015
A Belgian court acquitted the Pirate Bay founders of criminal copyright infringement, citing lack of evidence of involvement after 2006. This verdict provides temporary relief, though their legal…
Intellepedia · 24 Jul 2015
This review discusses the Exegesis Infotech vs. Medimanage case on software copyright ownership and breach of confidentiality. The court ruled in favour of Medimanage, highlighting the significance of…
Intellepedia · 23 Jul 2015
The Supreme Court’s decision in favour of Jyoti Kapoor marks a crucial victory for Indian scriptwriters in copyright disputes. The judgment affirms legal protection for original creators, even…
Intellepedia · 22 Jul 2015
Photographer Dennis Flaherty’s copyright lawsuit against Big Red Inc broadens liability to include individuals who re-tweeted his copyrighted photograph. The case raises important legal questions regarding contributory infringement…
Intellepedia · 22 Jul 2015
Deadmau5 and Disney have settled their trademark dispute regarding the Mau5head symbol after extensive legal negotiations. The agreement allows Deadmau5 to continue using and registering his logo, reflecting…
Intellepedia · 14 Jul 2015
The German regional court has clarified YouTube’s responsibility to remove infringing material once notified, following a dispute with GEMA. This decision highlights the obligations of online platforms regarding…
Intellepedia · 8 Jul 2015
This article analyses the copyright dispute involving Flipkart and Westland over exclusive book sales. It discusses the legal complexities of intermediary liability for e-retailers in India and reviews…
Intellepedia · 6 Jul 2015
This case discusses whether the assignment of negative rights to a film includes future modes such as digital cinematography under Indian copyright law. The Court held that the…
Intellepedia · 6 Jul 2015
This post explores the legal clash between copyright and privacy in the context of Airtel’s 3G code controversy involving Flash Networks and GitHub. It analyses both copyright and…
Intellepedia · 17 Jun 2015