Trade Mark Recap 2017 – Interesting Trade Mark Quotes
This post revisits some of the most interesting trade mark quotes from 2017, offering insights into branding, legal frameworks, and reputation. The curated quotes from industry leaders and…
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Non-conventional Trademark-Smell marks
This post explores the challenges and legal frameworks surrounding the registration of smell marks as non-conventional trademarks in India, the EU, and the US. It reviews case law…
INDIAN TRADEMARK LAW ON PROTECTION OF MOVIE TITLE – Part 1
The post examines how Indian trademark law protects movie titles, focusing on the registration process and the concept of secondary meaning. It outlines the legal distinctions between series…
Trademark Rules 2017
The Trademark Rules, 2017 introduce higher fees, simplified procedures, and incentives for online filing and start-ups in India. New provisions cover expedited processing, well-known marks, and virtual hearings,…
PayPal and Paytm Trademark Dispute
The PayPal and Paytm trademark dispute centres on alleged similarities in their logos and the potential for consumer confusion under Indian trademark law. This analysis explores the legal…
Trump winning battles in U.S and China.
The post explores Donald Trump's legal journey to secure trademark rights over his name in China, detailing key disputes and court decisions. It highlights how the US presidential…
Specsavers gets Approval for ‘should’ve’
Specsavers has secured UKIPO approval to trademark 'should've', strengthening its exclusive use of the term in marketing. The decision highlights current legal debates on trademarking common words and…
Intellectual Property : Sipping on IP
'Sipping on IP' sessions by BananaIP Counsels provide an open forum to discuss recent developments in Indian intellectual property law. The post analyses copyright, trademark, and patent issues,…
Not a ‘Cule’ decision: FC Barcelona Loses Trademark Fight to Kule
The EU General Court sided with Kule over FC Barcelona in a dispute regarding the ‘Cule’ trademark. The decision highlights the need for credible, market-specific evidence of trademark…
Sony’s use of Emoji: A possible legal dispute
Sony faces a potential trademark and copyright dispute with emoji creator Marco Husges over its animated film The Emoji. The case raises significant questions about the trademarkability of…