The Supreme Court ruled that film titles, such as ‘Desi Boys,’ are not subject to copyright protection under Indian law. Only original literary works, not single words or common phrases, can attract copyright.
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Latest updates in Copyright case decisions
This post presents a legal analysis of recent copyright case decisions, including the Led Zeppelin Stairway to Heaven verdict and rulings on content hosting liability. It also reviews Disney Enterprises’ copyright infringement suit in China, offering structured insights into evolving copyright law.
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Sony faces a potential trademark and copyright dispute with emoji creator Marco Husges over its animated film The Emoji. The case raises significant questions about the trademarkability of descriptive terms and the boundaries of intellectual property rights in merchandising and film.
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The District Court ruled that Google’s use of Java APIs in Android falls under fair use, emphasising interoperability. The case has sparked ongoing debate within both open source and proprietary software communities, with further appeals expected.
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The National IPR Policy highlights crucial copyright objectives, including shifting administration to DIPP and modernizing copyright systems. These changes aim to improve coordination, transparency, and efficiency in India’s copyright framework.
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This post discusses the Lionsgate v. Ameritrade case, focusing on copyright and trademark claims related to the use of a famous Dirty Dancing line in advertising. The court found that trademark claims were pre-empted by copyright law, highlighting the legal boundaries between these intellectual property rights.
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The Delhi High Court has ordered the urgent reconstitution of the Copyright Board in India, citing statutory requirements for judicial representation under the Copyright Act 2012. This article analyses the ongoing legal scrutiny and the administrative steps being directed to restore the Board’s adjudicatory role.
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The blog analyses the ongoing legal battle over tattoo copyright ownership involving NBA 2K16 and Solid Oak Sketches. It explores whether tattoo authorship and ownership should reside with the artist or the athlete, considering the complexities of copyright law.
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IP Tango is a leading blog covering intellectual property law and news from Latin America and beyond. Founded by Jeremy Philips and managed by Dr. Patricia Covarrubia, it offers reliable, expert analysis of key IP issues.
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Likelihood of Confusion stands out as a leading IP blog, offering insightful analysis on trademark and copyright law. Authored by Ron Coleman, the blog’s unique perspectives make it a valuable resource for legal professionals and academics alike.
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