Valuation of IP: Arriving at a Number
This article discusses key methods and challenges in intellectual property valuation, focusing on its role in business and investment decisions. It analyses how market factors and negotiation dynamics…
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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…
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…
Flipkart Sends Legal Notice to Blogger Over Trademark and Cybersquatting
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…
And the lawsuit goes to….
Background The Internet domain registrar GoDaddy prevailed against the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (the Academy) in a lawsuit in which the Academy had accused the…
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…
Importance of IP For Start-ups and Entrepreneurs (Part X): Checklist for Start-ups
This post provides an essential IP checklist for startups, focusing on portfolio strength, ownership, and risk management. It covers patents, trademarks, and copyrights, offering practical guidance for investment…
IP, Patents for Start-ups and Entrepreneurs (Part VIII): IP Protection Checklist
This checklist details the fundamental IP protection steps every Indian start-up should consider, from patents to trade secrets and legal agreements. Start-ups are advised to treat this as…
Clash of the Titans: Tata Indigo vs. Indigo Airlines, the trademark saga continues
This post analyses the trademark conflict between Tata Indigo and IndiGo Airlines, focusing on the legal grounds of opposition and the history of coexistence in the Indian market.…
Importance of IP for Start-ups and Entrepreneurs (Part II): Trademarks
This article discusses essential steps for startups in India to secure trademark protection, including name selection, registration, and risk clearance. It provides a structured legal overview to help…