Multi Time Machine, Inc. v. Amazon
This article analyses Multi Time Machine, Inc. v. Amazon, a case addressing trademark infringement claims arising from keyword advertising on online platforms. The discussion focuses on the likelihood…
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Social Media and IP : Part VII – Trade Mark Cases
The post reviews landmark cases where social media and trademark law intersect, including disputes involving Pinterest, AvePoint, and Ferrari. It provides an objective analysis of court findings on…
Social Media and IP: Part IV – Taking Down Infringing Content
The process of taking down IP infringing content on social media involves established DMCA procedures and platform-specific policies. Despite clear mechanisms, successful removal often requires persistent effort and…
Trademark Infringement in the Automobile Industry Part II : BMW Emblem case
This post explores the legal scope of black and white trademark registrations in the automobile industry, using the BMW emblem case as reference. It analyses recent legal developments…
Trademark Infringement in the Automobile Industry Part I: Tata Motors, Bajaj Auto Limited
This post analyses landmark Indian cases of trademark infringement in the automobile industry, focusing on Tata Motors and Bajaj Auto Limited. It discusses judicial approaches to brand protection…
Batmobile lawsuit: Copyright law, the real superhero
The Batmobile copyright lawsuit clarified the scope of character protection under US copyright law. The court held that DC Comics’ Batmobile is sufficiently distinctive for copyright, setting a…
Flipkart Sends Legal Notice to Blogger Over Trademark and Cybersquatting
Flipkart sent a legal notice to blogger Amit Bhawani for alleged trademark misuse and cybersquatting related to a comparison website. The case underscores the legal risks for websites…
Audi taken for a ride
The Delhi High Court has issued an interim injunction restraining Audi AG from using the TT mark for selected goods in India, supporting TT Industries' trademark rights. The…
MSF Initiates Legal Action Against ‘Phantom’
Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is pursuing legal action against the film Phantom, alleging misrepresentation and violations of neutrality principles. The dispute includes claims of defamation, trademark, and copyright…
Will ALPHABET get Google into Trademark Trouble?
Google’s adoption of ALPHABET as its holding company name has raised important trademark questions, particularly in light of prior registrations by BMW and others. The analysis explores the…