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Indian Trademark Judgments – 2020

This article reviews landmark Indian trademark judgments from 2020, focusing on major infringement disputes before leading courts. The analysis covers interim and permanent injunctions, the handling of well-known trademarks, and judicial perspectives on misuse and misleading use of brand names.

Summary of Indian Industrial Design Cases of 2019

This post presents a detailed summary of major Indian industrial design cases from 2019. It addresses key legal principles on design protection, trademark rights, and court interpretations concerning product shapes and novelty.

Can Photographs infringe Dance Choreography Copyright?

This post explores if photographs of dance performances can infringe choreography copyright, referencing a significant US legal case. It further discusses how dancers can protect and commercialise their creative works through intellectual property rights.

Clips of Copyrighted Material Constitute FAIR USE!

This post analyses a US court ruling on whether TV clips and transcript snippets in searchable databases constitute fair use under copyright law. It objectively examines the legal reasoning and implications for media monitoring services.

Ideas, Concepts, Scripts & Stories – Protecting Ideas in the Entertainment Industry Part V

The Anil Gupta v. Kunal Dasgupta case sets a precedent on idea protection and breach of confidence in Indian entertainment law. It clarifies that detailed concepts, rather than mere ideas, may receive copyright protection and legal remedies when misused.

Trademarking the Name of God? Huh! – Part 3

This post analyses Indian legal cases on trademarking the name of God, particularly focusing on Attukal Bhagavathy Temple’s trademark registrations. It examines ongoing legal debates about the commercial use of religious symbols and unresolved issues in Indian trademark law.

Comparative Advertising: Pepsodent v. Colgate

The Pepsodent v. Colgate case examines the limits of comparative advertising and disparagement under Indian law. This post offers an objective analysis of legal precedents and the factors courts consider in such disputes.

Copyright Limitations on Media Freedom

This post explores how copyright law both protects and limits media freedom, with emphasis on Indian and comparative legal perspectives. It analyses fair use, public interest, and key judicial decisions, highlighting the ongoing need for a balanced approach to copyright in the media sector.

“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.

Intellectual Property: Caring is Not Sharing

Mercedes AMG’s legal action against a departing engineer for sharing confidential data with a competitor underscores the critical importance of intellectual property in Formula One. The incident highlights the challenges manufacturers face in protecting trade secrets within a competitive industry.