Yahoo! Inc wins Trademark Lawsuit against Indian Firm AFPL
The Delhi High Court has granted Yahoo Inc. a permanent injunction against Apricot Foods Pvt. Ltd (AFPL) for trademark infringement. AFPL and its Director were found to have…
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“Thank You” AT&T and CitiGroup
This post explores the trademark litigation between Citigroup and AT&T concerning the use of THANKYOU. It highlights the legal arguments, counterclaims, and eventual resolution, while referencing comparable intellectual…
Specsavers gets Approval for ‘should’ve’
Specsavers has secured UKIPO approval to trademark 'should've', strengthening its exclusive use of the term in marketing. The decision highlights current legal debates on trademarking common words and…
RIO 2016 and Trademarks
This article analyses the trademark restrictions imposed during the Rio 2016 Olympics, focusing on enforcement by the IOC and USOC. It discusses the implications for businesses, media, and…
Activist Phyllis Schlafly Loses Trademark Dispute against nephew’s Brewery
Phyllis Schlafly's opposition to her nephew's 'Schlafly Beer' trademark was rejected by the US Trademark Board. The Board held that the mark had acquired distinctiveness after years of…
Trademark backlog to be finally reduced?
The Commerce and Industry Minister has outlined steps to reduce the trademark backlog in India, including hiring more examiners and strengthening online filing. Recent improvements and legal measures…
TM Registry Issues New Public Notice Regarding Abandoned TM Applications
The Trade Marks Registry has issued a notification concerning 9578 abandoned trademark applications due to non-response to Examination Reports. Applicants have been given a final chance to respond…
Patanjali mired in controversy once again
Emami filed a legal case against Patanjali for alleged infringement of its Kesh King trademark and design. The Calcutta High Court issued an interim restraint before the parties…
Toyota Wins the ‘Prius’ Trademark Dispute
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…
Weekly IP News
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…