The Delhi High Court ruled in favour of Toyota in the long-standing Prius trademark dispute. The judgment found the defendants’ use of the mark dishonest and detrimental to Toyota’s reputation, ordering damages and cessation of use.
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Krishika Lulla & Ors. vs Shyam Vithalrao Devkatta & Anr.
The Supreme Court ruled that film titles, such as ‘Desi Boys,’ are not subject to copyright protection under Indian law. Only original literary works, not single words or common phrases, can attract copyright.
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This Weekly IP News reviews major copyright and trademark developments, including the Kriti versus Bob controversy, a John Doe order for Sultan, and McDonald’s EU trademark dispute. The analysis offers clear, factual insights into recent legal decisions and their implications.
Read more about Weekly IP NewsMcDonald’s Wins EU ‘MacCoffee’ Trademark Dispute
The EU General Court ruled in favour of McDonald’s, preventing Future Enterprises from registering ‘MacCoffee’ as an EU trademark. The court found a likelihood of consumer confusion and upheld the protection of McDonald’s established reputation.
Read more about McDonald’s Wins EU ‘MacCoffee’ Trademark DisputeJohn Doe Orders obtained by makers of ‘Sultan’
Yash Raj Films secured a John Doe order from the Bombay High Court to combat piracy of Sultan, allowing blocking of infringing links and restricting unauthorised broadcasts. This legal step demonstrates the effectiveness of copyright injunctions in protecting films against unlawful distribution.
Read more about John Doe Orders obtained by makers of ‘Sultan’Kriti V Bob : Who owns the copyright?
This post analyses the copyright dispute between Kriti and Bob, exploring allegations of plagiarism and the legal standards for copyright infringement in India. It addresses the complexities of distinguishing between copying an idea and its expression in short films.
Read more about Kriti V Bob : Who owns the copyright?UNDP Issues Guidelines For Pharmaceutical Patent Examination
The UNDP has issued new guidelines aimed at strengthening pharmaceutical patent examination with an emphasis on public health. The guidelines advocate for stricter standards and the use of TRIPS flexibilities to curb evergreening and improve access to medicines.
Read more about UNDP Issues Guidelines For Pharmaceutical Patent ExaminationTrademark Application filed for “English Brexit Tea”
The article discusses the trademark application for English Brexit Tea in the context of Brexit’s impact on UK intellectual property law. It provides an objective analysis of legal changes and recent trademark filings related to Brexit.
Read more about Trademark Application filed for “English Brexit Tea”Latest updates in Copyright case decisions
This post presents a legal analysis of recent copyright case decisions, including the Led Zeppelin Stairway to Heaven verdict and rulings on content hosting liability. It also reviews Disney Enterprises’ copyright infringement suit in China, offering structured insights into evolving copyright law.
Read more about Latest updates in Copyright case decisionsDelhi HC rules in Favour of Louis Vuitton in Trademark Dispute
The Delhi High Court has granted interim relief to Louis Vuitton by restraining a Ludhiana firm from using its registered trademarks on counterfeit products. The order marks a significant development in Indian trademark enforcement and underscores the importance of protecting luxury brands.
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