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 and statutory requirements, providing a comparative analysis of regulatory approaches.
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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 and single film titles and the importance of acquiring exclusive rights through registration.
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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, aiming for efficient and transparent trademark registration.
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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 arguments and key judicial precedents that inform the case.
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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 election influenced the outcome of his trademark application.
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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 its implications for brand protection.
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‘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, with case studies from Indian and international contexts.
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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 use within the European Union.
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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 descriptive terms and the boundaries of intellectual property rights in merchandising and film.
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Coca-Cola has secured US trademark registration for “zero” after a prolonged legal battle, but without exclusive rights over the term. The decision highlights the complexities of trademark law concerning generic terms in the beverage industry.
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