Intellectual Property Rights

Patent Upheld, Design Dismissed: Dura-Line vs. Jain Irrigation – Part 1: Infringement & Relief

Illustration showing two people in discussion on the left and a justice scale on the right, with the text in between: “Dura-Line to Jain Irrigation: We Patented It. You Replicated It.” on a light green background.

This post analyzes the Delhi High Court’s decision in Dura-Line vs. Jain Irrigation, where the Court found patent infringement but rejected the design infringement claim.

Amazon Ordered to Pay ₹336 Crore in Damages for Willful Trademark Infringement

The Delhi High Court has ordered Amazon Technologies, Inc. to pay ₹336 crore in damages for willful trademark infringement of the Beverly Hills Polo Club logo. The ruling also includes ₹3.23 crore in litigation costs and a permanent injunction against Amazon. The case, filed by Lifestyle Equities C.V. and Lifestyle Licensing B.V., highlights Amazon’s liability in unauthorized brand usage.

Can you reuse a discarded bottle to refill and sell your own goods or products?

The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled in favor of Mount Everest Breweries Ltd., prohibiting the reuse of embossed beer bottles. The decision upheld the Excise Commissioner’s order, stating that reusing marked bottles leads to consumer deception and violates intellectual property rights. The appeal overturned the previous order, reinforcing legal protections for trademarks in the beer industry.

‘Big Dipper’ trademark infringement case, ruling on transborder reputation and importers’ rights

The Delhi High Court ruled on a trademark dispute between ‘Big Dipper’ and ‘Big Deeper,’ setting aside an ex parte injunction. The case centered on the assertion of transborder reputation by importers of the ‘Big Dipper’ mark. The Court relied on precedent to determine that mere global reputation is insufficient to claim trademark protection in India. The matter was remanded for fresh consideration.

Importers Watch Out! Tag Heuer times out counterfeit watches

The Delhi court ruled in favour of Tag Heuer in a trademark infringement case involving counterfeit watch imports. The decision imposed damages, destruction of goods, and reinforced the importance of importer diligence and trademark enforcement.

Officer’s Choice Trademark, Zinking Patent and Baoji Footwear Cases

This post discusses key Delhi and Himachal Pradesh High Court rulings on trademark and patent infringement. It covers injunctions, label similarities, and rectification petition requirements in Indian IP law. The analysis is based on recent judgments and legal principles.

India and U.S.A sign MoU to strengthen Intellectual Property Rights, Office of CGPDTM publishes list of new facilitators under SIPP Scheme and other news updates

India and the U.S.A have signed an MoU to enhance intellectual property rights cooperation. The CGPDTM has released updated lists of SIPP Scheme facilitators, while significant patent infringement cases and growth in Indian startup IP filings are also discussed.

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