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Social Media and Intellectual Property (Part VI): Select Copyright Cases

This post examines key copyright cases involving social media, illustrating how courts address infringement and fair use issues. It offers objective insights into the intersection of copyright law and online content sharing.

Trademark Infringement in the Automobile Industry Part III: Bentley Trademark suit

The post analyses Bentley’s successful trademark infringement suit against companies producing kits that made regular cars appear like Bentleys. The court’s decision highlights the significance of consumer confusion and trademark protection in the luxury automobile sector.

Trademark Infringement in the Automobile Industry Part II : BMW Emblem case

This post explores the legal scope of black and white trademark registrations in the automobile industry, using the BMW emblem case as reference. It analyses recent legal developments and the implications for trademark protection where colour differences are present.

Trademark Infringement in the Automobile Industry Part I: Tata Motors, Bajaj Auto Limited

This post analyses landmark Indian cases of trademark infringement in the automobile industry, focusing on Tata Motors and Bajaj Auto Limited. It discusses judicial approaches to brand protection and the legal standards governing trademark use in India.

Fast Moving Consumer Goods Industry

Brands and trademarks are central to the valuation and competitive edge of FMCG companies. This post outlines the importance of effective trademark strategies and legal measures to protect brands in the fast moving consumer goods sector.

Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 16

This post examines ten years of intellectual property litigation statistics in India, focusing on patent, trademark, and copyright decisions by the Supreme Court and High Courts. The analysis highlights key trends and fluctuations in the volume of cases during 2004–2014.

Use Donald Trump’s name, and ‘You’re fired!’

The Trump Organization recently targeted a website for using Donald Trump’s name in its domain, alleging cybersquatting under US law. This reflects Trump’s ongoing legal strategy to protect his trademarks through proactive domain acquisition and legal notices.

Flipkart sends legal notice to blogger

Flipkart sent a legal notice to blogger Amit Bhawani for alleged trademark misuse and cybersquatting related to a comparison website. The case underscores the legal risks for websites using company names for surveys or polls.

And the lawsuit goes to….

Recently the Internet domain registrar, GoDaddy had its Oscar-worthy moment, winning against the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (‘Academy’ for brevity). The Academy...

Audi taken for a ride

The Delhi High Court has issued an interim injunction restraining Audi AG from using the TT mark for selected goods in India, supporting TT Industries’ trademark rights. The order underscores the strength of prior registration and the scope of protection for Indian trademark holders.