Doctrine of unclean hands- Now a defense in trademark infringement!
The Bombay High Court has introduced the doctrine of unclean hands as a defense in trademark infringement matters. If the plaintiff’s mark imitates another, relief may be denied.…
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Laxmi Brooms and Trade Marks, Attari v. Nestlé , Ferrari’s Trade Mark Use, Saffron GI and more.
This post reviews key trade mark cases and news from India and abroad, including legal updates on religious names, infringement actions, and GI applications. It also covers trade…
Copyright assignment/licensing issues in movie sequels
This article discusses the legal dispute over copyright assignment and sequel rights in the Sarkar film series. The Bombay High Court held that remake rights were granted to…
Film Expression and Censorship in India: Udta Punjab and Lipstick under my Burkah (Part 3)
This post explores landmark cases of film censorship in India, such as Udta Punjab and Lipstick Under My Burkha, and reviews how the CBFC's decisions were challenged in…
Hrithik, Beyonce, Infringement, Bombay High Court
This update explores recent copyright infringement cases before the Bombay High Court, shifts in entertainment licensing, and disputes around celebrity publicity rights. It analyses legal developments in digital…
Sephora Cosmetics prevail over footwear, British MNC GlaxoSmithKline wins trademark infringement suit against GSK and more.
This weekly update examines key Indian trademark disputes, including Sephora's resolution with a local footwear business and GlaxoSmithKline's legal victory over GSK Life Sciences. It also discusses the…
Mohenjo Daro triumphs infringement battle
The Bombay High Court dismissed a copyright infringement suit against Mohenjo Daro, finding no substantial similarity with the plaintiff’s work. The judgement reinforced the need for clear evidence…
Mohenjo Daro clears copyright infringement case
The Bombay High Court dismissed a copyright infringement claim against the makers of Mohenjo Daro, finding the allegations unsupported. The court imposed costs on the plaintiff and allowed…
John Doe Orders obtained by makers of ‘Sultan’
Yash Raj Films secured a John Doe order from the Bombay High Court to combat piracy of Sultan, allowing blocking of infringing links and restricting unauthorised broadcasts. This…
Udta Punjab and Online Piracy of Bollywood Movies
Udta Punjab faced both censorship disputes and an online piracy crisis before its release. The article examines legal remedies, including John Doe orders, and the broader impact of…