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“Don’t Use my Name”, “Okay, Cool”

Burberry initiated legal action against rapper Burberry Perry for using its name and trademarks to promote his music. The matter concluded quickly when the artist changed his stage name, underscoring trademark protection issues between fashion and music industries.

Louis Vuitton – Food versus Fashion…

Louis Vuitton succeeded in a trademark infringement case against a South Korean restaurant with a similar name and logo. The court’s decision under Korean law underscores the significance of protecting well-known brands. This case highlights key legal principles in trademark and unfair competition law.

Keep your hashtags safe!

Hashtags have become essential marketing assets for brands seeking engagement on social media. This post analyses the trend of trademarking hashtags for brand protection and reviews international statistics and examples of successful registrations.

Cooking up IP in the Food & Beverage Industry

Intellectual property is essential for success in India’s food and beverage industry. Trademarks, design, copyright, trade secrets, and patents each play a key role in protecting brand value and innovations. Leveraging multiple forms of IP is necessary for effective business growth and reputation management.

Trademark Infringement in the Automobile Industry Part I: Tata Motors, Bajaj Auto Limited

This post analyses landmark Indian cases of trademark infringement in the automobile industry, focusing on Tata Motors and Bajaj Auto Limited. It discusses judicial approaches to brand protection and the legal standards governing trademark use in India.

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 intellectual property protection in India.

This town isn’t enough for the two of us : Zara Trademark Dispute

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 court’s approach to brand rights and infringement in India.

E-commerce Retailers face flak over alleged Counterfeits by Vendors

Indian e-commerce retailers are facing increasing scrutiny over the sale of counterfeit goods by vendors, leading to significant legal challenges. The post analyses recent court cases and the proactive steps taken by leading platforms to protect intellectual property rights in India.

Choosing the Right Trademark- How Important is it Anyway?

This post examines why choosing the right trademark is essential under Indian law, focusing on legal distinctiveness and judicial trends. It provides a structured analysis of trademark categories and their implications for brand protection.