The Bombay High Court dismissed a copyright infringement suit against Mohenjo Daro, finding no substantial similarity with the plaintiff’s work. The judgement reinforced the need for clear evidence in film plagiarism claims.
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Intellectual Property : Sipping on IP
‘Sipping on IP’ sessions by BananaIP Counsels provide an open forum to discuss recent developments in Indian intellectual property law. The post analyses copyright, trademark, and patent issues, with case studies from Indian and international contexts.
Read more about Intellectual Property : Sipping on IP“Don’t Use my Name”, “Okay, Cool”
Burberry initiated legal action against rapper Burberry Perry for using its name and trademarks to promote his music. The matter concluded quickly when the artist changed his stage name, underscoring trademark protection issues between fashion and music industries.
Read more about “Don’t Use my Name”, “Okay, Cool”USPTO Announces Post-Prosecution Pilot Program (P3)
The USPTO has launched the Post-Prosecution Pilot (P3) program to provide an alternative to appeals after a final rejection. This initiative enables applicants to present arguments directly to a panel of examiners, aiming to reduce appeals and improve prosecution efficiency.
Read more about USPTO Announces Post-Prosecution Pilot Program (P3)TM Registry Issues New Public Notice Regarding Abandoned TM Applications
The Trade Marks Registry has issued a notification concerning 9578 abandoned trademark applications due to non-response to Examination Reports. Applicants have been given a final chance to respond by July 31, 2016, to avoid abandonment of their applications.
Read more about TM Registry Issues New Public Notice Regarding Abandoned TM ApplicationsApple’s Latest Patent to Curb Copyright Infringement
Apple’s latest patent introduces technology that disables phone cameras using infrared signals to prevent unauthorised recordings, especially in protected venues. While it offers clear benefits for copyright holders, it also raises questions about potential misuse in open societies.
Read more about Apple’s Latest Patent to Curb Copyright InfringementSipping on IP – Conversation on Intellectual Property
Sipping on IP brings together professionals to discuss diverse aspects of intellectual property law in an informal setting. Topics range from patent law and copyright to the impact of global events like Brexit on the IP regime.
Read more about Sipping on IP – Conversation on Intellectual PropertyKrishika Lulla & Ors. vs Shyam Vithalrao Devkatta & Anr.
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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This Weekly IP News reviews major copyright and trademark developments, including the Kriti versus Bob controversy, a John Doe order for Sultan, and McDonald’s EU trademark dispute. The analysis offers clear, factual insights into recent legal decisions and their implications.
Read more about Weekly IP NewsMcDonald’s Wins EU ‘MacCoffee’ Trademark Dispute
The EU General Court ruled in favour of McDonald’s, preventing Future Enterprises from registering ‘MacCoffee’ as an EU trademark. The court found a likelihood of consumer confusion and upheld the protection of McDonald’s established reputation.
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