Lucasfilm has initiated legal action against Lightsaber Academy and Jedi Schools for alleged trademark infringement related to the Star Wars brand and Jedi Order logo. The dispute underscores the significance of intellectual property rights in protecting iconic franchises.
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Trademark News
This update recaps significant trademark news in India, focusing on recent Supreme Court and Delhi High Court decisions involving Exide, Yahoo, and Britannia. The cases underline ongoing legal developments in trademark and trade dress protection.
Read more about Trademark NewsYahoo! Inc wins Trademark Lawsuit against Indian Firm AFPL
The Delhi High Court has granted Yahoo Inc. a permanent injunction against Apricot Foods Pvt. Ltd (AFPL) for trademark infringement. AFPL and its Director were found to have dishonestly used the Yahoo mark, resulting in substantial damages awarded to Yahoo Inc.
Read more about Yahoo! Inc wins Trademark Lawsuit against Indian Firm AFPL“Thank You” AT&T and CitiGroup
This post explores the trademark litigation between Citigroup and AT&T concerning the use of THANKYOU. It highlights the legal arguments, counterclaims, and eventual resolution, while referencing comparable intellectual property disputes.
Read more about “Thank You” AT&T and CitiGroupDNC may face Disney’s infringement lawsuit
The DNC’s new Donald Ducks mascot closely resembles a Disney character, raising concerns of trademark and copyright infringement. Disney’s strong IP protection history suggests potential legal action against the DNC.
Read more about DNC may face Disney’s infringement lawsuit“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.
Read more about “Don’t Use my Name”, “Okay, Cool”Patanjali mired in controversy once again
Emami filed a legal case against Patanjali for alleged infringement of its Kesh King trademark and design. The Calcutta High Court issued an interim restraint before the parties reached a settlement.
Read more about Patanjali mired in controversy once againToyota Wins the ‘Prius’ Trademark Dispute
The Delhi High Court ruled in favour of Toyota in the long-standing Prius trademark dispute. The judgment found the defendants’ use of the mark dishonest and detrimental to Toyota’s reputation, ordering damages and cessation of use.
Read more about Toyota Wins the ‘Prius’ Trademark DisputeDelhi HC rules in Favour of Louis Vuitton in Trademark Dispute
The Delhi High Court has granted interim relief to Louis Vuitton by restraining a Ludhiana firm from using its registered trademarks on counterfeit products. The order marks a significant development in Indian trademark enforcement and underscores the importance of protecting luxury brands.
Read more about Delhi HC rules in Favour of Louis Vuitton in Trademark DisputeSun Pharma’s big win against Cadila healthcare
The Madras High Court has granted Sun Pharma a permanent injunction against Cadila Healthcare over the VENIZ trademark, citing likelihood of confusion and infringement. The Court also ordered damages and profit accounting, underscoring the importance of trademark protection in the pharmaceutical sector.
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