This article analyses the copyright dispute involving Flipkart and Westland over exclusive book sales. It discusses the legal complexities of intermediary liability for e-retailers in India and reviews recent court actions, underscoring the need for judicial clarity.
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Padmini and ors.Vs.Raj Television Network Limited
This case discusses whether the assignment of negative rights to a film includes future modes such as digital cinematography under Indian copyright law. The Court held that the comprehensive assignment of negatives covered all forms of exploitation, including digital formats, upholding Raj Television Network’s rights.
Read more about Padmini and ors.Vs.Raj Television Network Limited“Digital Content, Intellectual Property and Innovation”- A talk by Prof. David D. Friedman
Prof. David D. Friedman’s lecture at IIM Bangalore examined the challenges of copyright enforcement and intellectual property protection in the digital age. He discussed technological, legal, and economic strategies to address online piracy and innovation.
Read more about “Digital Content, Intellectual Property and Innovation”- A talk by Prof. David D. FriedmanCopyright V. Privacy – Flash, Airtel, GitHub and Tejesh
This post explores the legal clash between copyright and privacy in the context of Airtel’s 3G code controversy involving Flash Networks and GitHub. It analyses both copyright and privacy claims, highlighting the complexities under Indian law.
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This post analyses the legal dispute between Bourne Co and Boosey & Co over the copyright and publishing rights to ‘These Foolish Things.’ The case highlights complex issues in music copyright agreements and the consequences of contractual breaches in the publishing industry.
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This post reviews leading cases where Section 57 of the Copyright Act influenced copyright licensing contracts in India. It compares the outcomes of the Phoolan Devi and Sai Paranjpaye cases, highlighting the legal nuances of moral rights and authorial protection.
Read more about Copyright Contract Case: Phoolan DeviFighting Pirates – Copyright v. Privacy
This post explores the legal tension between copyright enforcement and privacy rights in online piracy cases. It provides an objective analysis of recent litigation involving ISPs and copyright holders, focusing on the challenges of balancing privacy with effective enforcement.
Read more about Fighting Pirates – Copyright v. PrivacyModels Sue for “use of persona”
The post analyses a case involving US models suing for unauthorized use of their persona, drawing parallels with similar issues in India. It explores how contracts and copyright law impact the legal remedies available to models in such scenarios.
Read more about Models Sue for “use of persona”Role of Intellectual Property in Promoting Creativity
This article critically analyses whether intellectual property laws truly foster creativity, focusing on inventor motivations and patent incentives in India. It discusses empirical findings and contrasts financial rewards with non-monetary incentives within the current IP regime.
Read more about Role of Intellectual Property in Promoting CreativityHappy Birthday sue You; Happy Birthday sue You!
This article provides an analytical overview of the copyright dispute surrounding Happy Birthday to You, detailing its legal history and recent litigation. The case raises important questions about song ownership, originality, and public domain status under US copyright law.
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