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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.

Social Media and IP (Part X): Trade Secret Cases

This post discusses landmark cases addressing trade secret misappropriation through social media. It provides legal analysis on the protection of business contact databases and confidentiality obligations in the digital era.

Cyber Sex Toys and Patent Infringement – Sex Patents IV

Zu Technologies has brought patent infringement suits against KickStarter and other companies over remote controlled sex toys, invoking the Teledildonics Patent. The ongoing legal proceedings highlight complex questions around the scope of sex toy patents and the future of such litigation.

Social Media and Intel (Part IX): Select Publicity Rights Cases

This post examines two select cases on publicity rights and their intersection with social media. It discusses the legal outcomes and broader implications for celebrity rights and brand promotions online.