Batmobile – Supercar or Character?
The Batmobile copyright case explores whether this iconic vehicle is protectable as a character under US law. The dispute between DC Comics and Mark Towle highlights the intersection…
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Non-Obviousness and the Trilogy
This post examines the Supreme Court’s non-obviousness trilogy and its interpretation of Section 103 in US patent law. Key concepts such as prior art and the standard of…
Can there be a Patent for a Method of Patent Trolling?
This post explores whether patent trolling itself can be patented, focusing on a recent USPTO application. It provides a structured legal analysis of the patentability of business methods…
Crossing the Rubicon: A Fork in the Road – Go Right or Left?
The Supreme Court has clarified that parties cannot pursue both revocation and counter claim remedies simultaneously for the same patent under Indian law. This decision aims to prevent…
Salient Features of the Copyright Amendment Bill 2012 and its Impact on Entertainment Industry
The Copyright Amendment Bill 2012 brings notable changes to Indian copyright law, impacting authors, performers, and producers in the entertainment sector. This analysis examines the Bill’s main provisions…
Man Tried To Patent Godly Powers!
Christopher Anthony Roller filed a US patent application for godly powers, seeking exclusive rights to their use and financial benefits. The USPTO rejected the claims on legal and…
GI for Tirupathi Laddu: Whose Interests are Protected?
This post explores the GI registration of Tirupathi Laddu, highlighting concerns about commercialisation versus religious sanctity. It analyses the legal and practical implications while questioning the real beneficiaries…
Protecting Celebrity Rights Through Trademark & Copyright Laws
This article examines how trademark and copyright laws protect celebrity rights in the USA, UK, and India. It discusses the legal scope of personality, privacy, and publicity rights,…
India and Right of Publicity
The right of publicity in India allows individuals to control the commercial use of their identity, drawing a line between property and privacy rights. Indian law on this…
BananaIP’s Comments on the Draft Intermediary Rules, 2018
BananaIP provides a legal analysis of the Draft Intermediary Rules, 2018, identifying ambiguities and recommending clarifications. The post offers structured suggestions to improve intermediary accountability and regulatory compliance.