The Delhi High Court addressed the trademark dispute between MUCOSOLVIN and MUCOSOLVAN, focusing on their deceptive similarity and consumer confusion. The judgment provides key insights into trademark protection in the pharmaceutical sector.
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This post concludes the series on protecting creative concepts in India’s entertainment industry. It examines key legal cases affirming that breaches of confidentiality in sharing ideas are actionable under Indian law.
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India’s membership in the Madrid Protocol simplifies and reduces the cost of international trademark filings. The Protocol provides Indian applicants with a unified process to secure trademark protection in multiple jurisdictions.
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This post examines the complexities of using Indian IP laws to protect traditional culture and folklore. It offers a structured legal analysis of policy options and the balance between preservation and creativity, highlighting the roles of both IP and non-IP frameworks.
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Patent protection is territorial, so applicants must file in each country where rights are needed. This post outlines routes for cross-border patent protection, including direct filing, Paris Convention, and PCT processes, with a focus on legal requirements and cost considerations.
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The latest bulletin reviews Indian and global trademark news, focusing on statistics, legal rulings, and new trademark filings. Notable updates include court decisions, brand licensing initiatives, and the grant of a GI tag to Marayur Jaggery.
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This article discusses the legal timeline and methods for publishing a patent application in India. It covers statutory requirements, exceptions, early publication, and the implications for applicants and third parties.
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The IPAB set aside a patent rejection after finding that Ericsson was denied a proper opportunity to be heard. The decision reaffirms that natural justice is central to patent proceedings and applicants’ rights cannot be overlooked.
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The post celebrates Children’s Day by showcasing Sydney Dittman, a young inventor who patented an aid for disabled individuals. It emphasises the value of patenting children’s inventions and explains the legal aspects of her patented device.
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This post examines Sega v Accolade, a pivotal case on reverse engineering and copyright law. It discusses how courts balanced fair use with copyright protection, highlighting the rationale legitimating intermediate copying for functional understanding.
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