Lionsgate initiated legal action against Ameritrade over the use of a famous Dirty Dancing dialogue in an advertisement. The case examines whether the ad’s parodic reference constitutes trademark…
Intellepedia · 16 Jul 2015
Deadmau5 and Disney have settled their trademark dispute regarding the Mau5head symbol after extensive legal negotiations. The agreement allows Deadmau5 to continue using and registering his logo, reflecting…
Intellepedia · 14 Jul 2015
Nalli issued a cease and desist notice to Snapdeal for alleged unauthorised use of its trademark and images. The incident highlights ongoing legal debates concerning the liability of…
Intellepedia · 2 Jul 2015
The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction to Peps Industries, restraining Shakti Mattresses from using the SPINE GUARD trademark. This case highlights trademark protection in India's mattress…
Intellepedia · 16 Jun 2015
This post discusses the Delhi High Court's ruling in the Zara trademark dispute, focusing on trademark protection and the legal reasoning behind the decision. The analysis highlights the…
Intellepedia · 16 Jun 2015
This post explores whether a name can serve as a trademark in India, focusing on legal battles involving educational institutions. Analysing the VIT case, it discusses trademark infringement,…
Intellepedia · 11 Jun 2015
The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction to Peps Industries, restraining Coirfoam India from using marks similar to ‘Spring Guard’. The case underscores critical principles of trademark…
Intellepedia · 27 May 2015
The legal tussle between Nestle and Cadbury over the KitKat shape trademark underscores the significance of product identity in the chocolate industry. This post explores the history, court…
Intellepedia · 21 May 2015
The article discusses the legal importance of phonetic similarity in trademark disputes, focusing on decisions from both the European Union and Indian courts. It examines statutory provisions and…
Intellepedia · 8 May 2015
The IPAB’s decision in Hypnos Ltd. v. PEPS Industries addresses the requirements for proving trans-border reputation and well-known status in Indian trademark disputes. The Board’s approach highlights the…
Intellepedia · 24 Apr 2015