The EU General Court sided with Kule over FC Barcelona in a dispute regarding the ‘Cule’ trademark. The decision highlights the need for credible, market-specific evidence of trademark…
Intellepedia · 20 Jun 2016
Udta Punjab faced both censorship disputes and an online piracy crisis before its release. The article examines legal remedies, including John Doe orders, and the broader impact of…
Intellepedia · 18 Jun 2016
The Udta Punjab censorship controversy exposed deep tensions between artistic freedom and regulatory authority in Indian cinema. The Bombay High Court’s judgement in favour of the filmmakers reaffirmed…
Intellepedia · 16 Jun 2016
The Madras High Court has granted Sun Pharma a permanent injunction against Cadila Healthcare over the VENIZ trademark, citing likelihood of confusion and infringement. The Court also ordered…
Intellepedia · 15 Jun 2016
The Patent Amendment Rules 2016 sparked both appreciation and confusion among stakeholders in Indian patent law. This post analyses the controversies and practical challenges arising from the new…
Gaurav Mishra · 14 Jun 2016
This post provides a legal analysis of freedom of expression and censorship in Indian cinema, focusing on the CBFC’s role and key judicial decisions. It explores how courts…
Intellepedia · 13 Jun 2016
Turmeric latte, rooted in India's haldi doodh, has gained international acclaim but faces issues of bio-piracy and inadequate legal protection. The article analyses India's efforts to defend traditional…
Intellepedia · 10 Jun 2016
The Enfish v Microsoft judgment signals a positive shift for software patent eligibility under US law. By recognising a specific technical improvement, the Federal Circuit provided clarity on…
Intellepedia · 9 Jun 2016
Sony faces a potential trademark and copyright dispute with emoji creator Marco Husges over its animated film The Emoji. The case raises significant questions about the trademarkability of…
Intellepedia · 8 Jun 2016
The California District Court evaluated copyright infringement allegations involving pre-1972 sound recordings in ABS Entertainment, Inc. v. CBS Corporation. The Court clarified the interplay of federal and state…
Intellepedia · 6 Jun 2016