Intellectual property law

Exciting Career Opportunity at BananaIP Counsels: IP Associate Position

BananaIP Counsels is hiring for the role of Intellectual Property Associate in Bangalore. The position offers a diverse range of responsibilities in IP strategy, legal advisory, and litigation management. Candidates with expertise in IP law are encouraged to apply.

Delhi High Court Grants Relief to Louis Vuitton Against Counterfeiters: A Comprehensive Analysis

The Delhi High Court permanently restrained defendants from infringing Louis Vuitton’s trademarks and awarded damages for counterfeiting. This analysis outlines the court’s legal reasoning and its implications for trademark enforcement in India.

The Office of CGPDTM announces Trade Marks Agent Examination 2023 and Patent Agent Examination 2023

The CGPDTM has announced the likely schedule for the Trade Marks Agent Examination 2023 and Patent Agent Examination 2023. Eligibility requirements, examination rules, and registration details are provided for prospective candidates.

CASE BRIEF : Havells India Limited. vs. Shanghai CET Electric Co. Ltd. & Ors.

The Delhi High Court addressed whether invisible use of Havells’ trademark in meta tags by Shanghai CET Electric amounted to contempt and infringement. The Court clarified the defendants’ obligations regarding removal of infringing listings and the interpretation of interim injunctions under trademark law.

Panel Discussion in the National Seminar on Adjudication of IPR Disputes in India

The Delhi High Court’s National Seminar on Adjudication of IPR Disputes in India featured a distinguished judicial panel discussing key challenges and reforms in IPR litigation. The panel examined the evolving role of courts in handling intellectual property disputes and suggested measures for more effective adjudication.

Accessibility in Delhi High Court IP Division Rules, 2021

The Delhi High Court IP Division Rules, 2021 introduce explicit provisions for accessibility, ensuring reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. These measures are expected to enhance equal participation in IP proceedings and set a significant precedent for other Indian legal forums.

Latest Indian Copyright Cases – 2021 – Part 3

This article offers an objective analysis of major Indian copyright cases from 2021, focusing on infringement, trade secrets, and damages. The summaries provide structured insights into legal reasoning and outcomes.

PPVFR Act and Powers of High Court following the end of IPAB

The abolition of the IPAB has transferred appellate powers under the PPVFR Act to the High Courts. High Courts now adjudicate on appeals concerning plant variety protection, replacing the previous tribunal system.

Vitiation of IPAB – Changes under the Trade Marks Act

The abolition of IPAB under the Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 has transferred its powers under the Trade Marks Act to the Registrar and High Courts. This post analyses the resulting legal changes and their implications for trademark registration, dispute resolution, and appellate processes.

Vitiation of IPAB and Beyond – Geographical Indications

The abolition of the IPAB has shifted appellate and rectification authority for geographical indications to the High Courts and Registrars in India. This post analyses the legal and procedural implications of these changes under the Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021, focusing on the Geographical Indications Act.