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…
Trademarks
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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…
Will ALPHABET get Google into Trademark Trouble?
Google’s adoption of ALPHABET as its holding company name has raised important trademark questions, particularly in light of prior registrations by BMW and others. The analysis explores the…
Zara Trademark Saga: History Repeats Itself
The Zara trademark saga demonstrates how Indian courts protect well-known trademarks against brand name misuse, even across different industries. The Delhi High Court's decision reinforces the critical role…
Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 1
This post examines a decade of trademark statistics in India, revealing significant growth in applications and registrations. It provides an analytical overview of global and national trends impacting…
Lionsgate sues Ameritrade for using ‘Dirty Dancing’ dialogue
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…
Disney finally dances to Deadmau5’s tune
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…