The Delhi High Court has issued an injunction restraining the use of the “YATRI” trademark and images by a competitor in the e-rickshaw industry. The decision addresses concerns of trademark infringement and consumer confusion, with further hearings set for January 2025.
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Marc Salon’s Design Makes the Cut: Court Grants Injunction
The Delhi High Court has upheld an injunction protecting Marc Salon’s salon furniture designs against GM Sales, recognising their originality and market reputation. The Court found strong evidence of passing off and copyright infringement, confirming Marc Salon’s entitlement to legal protection.
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This post examines the landmark decision affirming the descendibility of Elvis Presley’s right of publicity. It highlights how the court recognised the estate’s authority to control and exploit his name and image posthumously.
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Louis Vuitton succeeded in a trademark infringement case against a South Korean restaurant with a similar name and logo. The court’s decision under Korean law underscores the significance of protecting well-known brands. This case highlights key legal principles in trademark and unfair competition law.
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Beyoncé has initiated legal action against Feyoncé Inc for selling merchandise that allegedly infringes on her trademark. The dispute highlights key issues concerning celebrity brand protection and intellectual property rights within the entertainment industry.
Read more about Beyoncé shows Feyoncé how to ‘Put a ring on it’Lionsgate v. Ameritrade: A classic case of copyright claims dressed in TM claims’ clothing
This post discusses the Lionsgate v. Ameritrade case, focusing on copyright and trademark claims related to the use of a famous Dirty Dancing line in advertising. The court found that trademark claims were pre-empted by copyright law, highlighting the legal boundaries between these intellectual property rights.
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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 key precedent for intellectual property rights in entertainment.
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