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Entertainment Law: No ‘soft kitty’ to put Sheldon to sleep?

The Soft Kitty lullaby from The Big Bang Theory is at the centre of a copyright lawsuit filed by the original author’s heirs. This post discusses the legal issues and implications in entertainment law, focusing on copyright ownership and its enforcement.

Trouble in Mohenjo Daro Paradise!

Mohenjo Daro has become embroiled in a copyright dispute after Akashaditya Lama accused the filmmakers of copying his script. The legal battle raises significant questions about copyright protection in Indian cinema and the complexities of film script ownership.

Hrithik Roshan’s New Film in Legal Trouble

Hrithik Roshan’s latest film has become the subject of a legal dispute over script ownership and copyright. Sudhanshu Pandey alleges that the film’s story and dialogue are copied from his original script Farmayish, leading to legal notices and public claims from both parties.

Disney Sues Venezuelan Company

Disney has initiated legal proceedings against a Venezuelan company for commercial use of its characters in live shows. The matter underscores the distinction between fair use and infringement under copyright law, especially in commercial contexts.

Thou can copy, oh Google. Tis legal!

The US Court of Appeals has ruled that Google’s digitisation of books for the Google Books service is a fair use under copyright law. The judgment clarifies the scope of transformative use and strengthens the framework for balancing public interest with authors’ rights.

Trademark Infringement on Ecommerce Platforms- Royal Enfield v. ebay.in

The Royal Enfield v. ebay.in case addresses trademark infringement on ecommerce platforms in India. The Delhi High Court issued an interim injunction, reinforcing the rights of trademark owners against unauthorised use online.

Social Media, IP and Business- A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala

This presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala as a part of a seminar on intellectual property, social media and business. The seminar was attended...

Indian Copyright Law and Fair dealing

This article analyses the concept of fair dealing under Indian copyright law, as set out in Section 52 of the Copyright Act, 1957. It examines the differences between Indian fair dealing and US fair use, with reference to recent legislative amendments.

Social Media and Intellectual Property (Part VI): Select Copyright Cases

This post examines key copyright cases involving social media, illustrating how courts address infringement and fair use issues. It offers objective insights into the intersection of copyright law and online content sharing.

Social Media and IP: Part IV – Taking Down Infringing Content

The process of taking down IP infringing content on social media involves established DMCA procedures and platform-specific policies. Despite clear mechanisms, successful removal often requires persistent effort and consideration of fair use exceptions.