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Dead Company Dead Mark: Trademark cannot survive a Non Existent Owner or unrecorded trademark assignment

Gravestone in a green field engraved with “Here lies a trademark that died when the company died,” symbolizing a struck-off company and the legal issue of an unrecorded trademark assignment in trademark law.

In the case of Tibbs Food Private Limited vs D Lite Frankies and Foods Private Limited, the petitioner sought removal of a trademark registered for “D Lite Frankies and Foods Private Limited.” During the proceedings it came to light that the registered proprietor company had already been struck off, and the trademark had allegedly been assigned to an individual years earlier. The court had to decide whether the registration could continue in the name of a non existent company and what effect the unrecorded assignment would have.

Indian IP Office Orders Re-evaluation of Trademark Applications

The Indian IP Office has initiated a re-evaluation of trademark applications handled by QCI-appointed officers. This two-tier review seeks legal compliance and swift resolution, with designated officers and IT support ensuring accountability and efficiency.

The Court refuses to remove names of Trademark Officers from the order

The Delhi High Court refused to remove trademark officers’ names from an order regarding delayed opposition filings. The judgment emphasises the need for transparency and adherence to limitation periods in trademark matters.

Weekly Trademark Office Statistics – October, 2021 – Part II

The post examines Indian Trademark Office statistics for the week ending 13th October 2021, noting shifts in application examination and registry activities. Compiled by BananaIP Counsels, the report offers a factual overview of trademark trends.

Weekly Trademark Office Statistics – October, 2021 – Part I

This post analyses weekly Indian Trademark Office statistics as of 6 October 2021, noting significant trends in application examinations and registry activity. The update is compiled by the BananaIP Counsels team using official data sources.

Weekly Trademark Office Statistics – September, 2021 – Part V

This report analyses Indian Trademark Office statistics for the week ending 29th September 2021, highlighting increases in examinations, publications, and registry efficiency. Compiled by BananaIP Counsels, the post offers an objective overview of recent trends in trademark processing.

Weekly Trademark Office Statistics – September, 2021 – Part IV

This week’s analysis covers Indian Trademark Office statistics as compiled by BananaIP Counsels up to 22nd September 2021. The post examines trends in application examinations, hearings, publications, registrations, and renewals, offering a structured view of the latest registry activities.

Weekly Trademark Office Statistics – September, 2021 – Part III

This post analyses Indian trademark office statistics for the week ending 15th September 2021, highlighting decreases in application examinations and hearing notices. It provides a factual overview of recent trends in trademark filings and registry operations.

Weekly Trademark Office Statistics – September 2021 – Part I

This article provides an analytical overview of the weekly statistics from the Indian Trademark Office, including examination, hearings, and publication trends as of 1st September 2021. The post is compiled and presented by the BananaIP Counsels team.

Weekly Trademark Office Statistics – 18th August to 25th August, 2021

This post reviews Indian Trademark Office statistics for the week ending 25 August 2021, highlighting notable trends in applications, hearings, and publications. Compiled by BananaIP Counsels, the analysis offers a clear picture of recent activity at the Indian Trademark Office.