Copied Tractor Parts, Not the Drawings? That’s Not Infringement
Can you infringe copyright without ever seeing the original work? In a case about tractor parts and engineering drawings, the Madras High Court answered no. It ruled that…
Reverse Engineering
4 articles
Is it Legal to Reverse Engineer the Engineered?
This article discusses the legality of reverse engineering, focusing on fair use principles and landmark legal cases. It highlights when reverse engineering is permissible and the conditions under…
Reverse Engineering is Legitimated by Reason: Sega v. Accolade
This post examines Sega v Accolade, a pivotal case on reverse engineering and copyright law. It discusses how courts balanced fair use with copyright protection, highlighting the rationale…
Trade Secrets Basics
The post analyses trade secrets protection, covering definitions, legal requirements, and typical enforcement mechanisms in India. It clarifies liability, defences, and the unlimited term of trade secret protection.