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Use of Music in Salons and Ads

Author: Intellepedia
February 27, 2024
Case Reviews, Copyrights, Intellectual Property

Recent court decisions have strengthened music copyright enforcement against salons and advertisers in India. Businesses are advised to secure licences or use public domain music to comply with legal requirements.

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Trademark Violations in Comparative Advertising

Author: Intellepedia
April 28, 2019
Intellectual Property, Trademarks

This post explores the legal aspects of trademark violations in comparative advertising in India. It discusses statutory boundaries, the importance of honest practices, and the risks of defamation or infringement.

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Can Supreme Court be the pain reliever?

Author: Intellepedia
December 23, 2015
Intellectual Property

The ongoing dispute between Moov and Zandu Balm raises critical questions about trademark disparagement and comparative advertising law in India. The Supreme Court appeal is set to clarify legal standards for such contentious advertisements.

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Lionsgate sues Ameritrade for using ‘Dirty Dancing’ dialogue

Author: Intellepedia
July 16, 2015
Intellectual Property, Trademarks

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 infringement or falls under permissible parody in advertising.

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