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Temporary Injunction Cases

This post examines two landmark Indian cases where courts declined temporary injunctions in patent infringement suits. The judgments clarify the principles guiding interim relief, including the need for a prima facie case and a favourable balance of convenience.

Temporary Injunction – F. Hoffmann-LA Roche Vs. Cipla

The Court refused a temporary injunction in the Roche vs Cipla patent dispute, highlighting non-disclosure, validity challenges, and public interest considerations. This analysis discusses the legal principles applied and the balance between patent rights and access to essential medicines.

First IP dialogue between India and US, Broadcom versus Volkswagen, Sony and Lenovo patent licensing deal, EPO Joins WIPO’s Digital Access Service and more

The post covers the first ever India US IP dialogue, highlighting key bilateral discussions on intellectual property policy. It also reports on notable patent disputes, licensing agreements, and significant updates from Indian and international patent offices.

Temporary Injunction: Mariappan Vs. A.R. Safiullah

This post analyses the Mariappan vs AR Safiullah case on temporary injunctions in Indian patent disputes. The court scrutinised inventive step and the requirements for interim relief, ultimately denying the injunction due to lack of prima facie validity.

Temporary Injunction: J. Mitra Vs. Kesar Medicaments

In J. Mitra Vs. Kesar Medicaments, the Court examined criteria for granting a temporary injunction in a patent infringement suit. The analysis considered patent validity, infringement, and the balance of convenience, ultimately favouring interim relief for the patent holder.

Temporary Injunction: Manika Thevar Vs. Star Plough Works

This post discusses the denial of a temporary injunction in Manika Thevar Vs. Star Plough Works, focusing on patent validity and the criteria for interim relief in Indian patent law. The Court’s analysis highlights the importance of a prima facie case and the impact of recent patents facing validity challenges.

Aktiengesellschaft Vormals Meister Lucius & Bruning a Corporation etc.Vs Unichem Laboratories

This post provides a detailed analysis of the Tolbutamide patent infringement case between Aktiengesellschaft Vormals Meister Lucius & Bruning and Unichem Laboratories. It discusses the Court’s interpretation of patent claims and the implications for Indian pharmaceutical patent litigation.

Laxmi Dutt Roop Chand Vs. Nankau

This case evaluates a patent infringement dispute concerning hollow ware manufacturing processes in India. The Court compared both parties’ methods, ultimately finding no infringement due to significant procedural differences.

Scope of Government Use Exemption in India

The Delhi High Court clarified that government use exemption under Section 47 of the Patents Act includes manufacture by private parties on behalf of the government. This analysis explores the legal interpretation and its implications for patent infringement cases involving government contracts in India.

Bajaj-TVS Litigation

The Bajaj-TVS litigation explores the complexities of enforcing patent rights in the Indian motorcycle industry. Courts examined the validity and scope of patents, ultimately finding the technologies distinct and lifting the interim injunction. This case provides insight into judicial reasoning in Indian patent disputes.