The Madras High Court ruled in favor of Wunderbar Films in its copyright dispute with Netflix over the unauthorized use of behind-the-scenes footage. Netflix’s applications challenging jurisdiction and seeking rejection of the plaint were dismissed. The Court held that territorial jurisdiction was valid, pre-suit mediation was not mandatory due to urgency, and combining statutory and common law remedies was permissible.
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Updated Patent, Trade Mark, Copyright and other Acts
The post offers updated and amended versions of major Indian intellectual property statutes following the abolition of the IPAB. Downloadable resources and detailed amendment summaries are provided for reference.
Read more about Updated Patent, Trade Mark, Copyright and other ActsVitiation of IPAB and Beyond – What changes under the Copyright Act now?
The abolition of the IPAB through the Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 has shifted copyright adjudication powers to High Courts and Commercial Courts. This post examines the key changes under the Copyright Act, detailing new dispute resolution mechanisms and legal procedures.
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This article outlines BananaIP Counsels’ key suggestions to amend the Copyright Act, 1957, especially in light of digitalisation and changing business models. It highlights proposed legal changes to copyright rights, royalty sharing, and ownership for authors and performers in India.
Read more about Suggestions on the Amendment of the Copyright Act, 1957- Part IAmerican Broadcasting vs. Aereo – Landmark Copyright Infringement case
The US Supreme Court’s decision in American Broadcasting vs. Aereo clarified the scope of public performance and copyright infringement for television broadcasts. The judgment signals a pivotal shift in how retransmission technologies are regulated under copyright law.
Read more about American Broadcasting vs. Aereo – Landmark Copyright Infringement caseStatutory License for Cover Versions under the Copyright (Amendment) Act
This analysis examines statutory licensing for cover versions under Section 31C of the Indian Copyright Act. It discusses the legal framework, procedural requirements, and royalty obligations for creating cover versions in India.
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This post discusses the evolution and judicial recognition of performers rights under Indian Copyright Law, highlighting key cases and ongoing legal challenges. It provides an objective analysis of the current state and limitations of performers rights in India.
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