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The Calcutta High Court permanently restrained Micky Metals from using Lux TMT, finding it constituted passing off against the well-known Lux trademark. The judgment reinforces the legal protection…
The Delhi High Court ordered restoration of a lapsed patent after finding that the Patent Office’s communication error led to non-payment of renewal fees. The judgment highlights the…
The Madras High Court has clarified that copyright disputes arising within partnerships, particularly as matters of misuse of partnership assets, are arbitrable. This case demonstrates the enforceability of…
The Delhi High Court dismissed L'Oréal’s appeal against the CLARIWASH trademark, finding no deceptive similarity or grounds for cancellation. Procedural errors during examination were not considered sufficient for…
The Delhi High Court overturned the Patent Office's refusal of Honeywell's patent amendments, holding that the changes were within the scope of the original claims. This ruling affirms…
The Madras High Court set aside the rejection of Industeel France’s patent application, stressing the need for fair and consistent patent examination. The judgment highlights the importance of…
This post discusses the Delhi High Court’s approach to awarding actual costs in the Ericsson v Lava standard essential patent litigation. It outlines the legal principles applied and…
The Delhi High Court clarified that trademark opposition timelines are mandatory and not subject to extension by the Registrar. The Court reinstated an opposition abandoned due to a…
This post examines recent patent and trademark dispute settlements in India, focusing on the legal terms and practical implications. The cases illustrate the advantages of amicable resolution in…
This post examines recent Indian trademark cases on republication, disparagement, and deceptive similarity. It discusses judicial reasoning and clarifies important legal standards in trademark law. Readers are encouraged…