Learn about trademark registration in NewZeland

Introduction: A wave of entrepreneurship has hit the peak worldwide. Every day we come across number of startups trying to make through the market. Almost all the goods and services available to public have no single manufacturer or service provider and this is where the trademark comes into play. The trademark distinguishes the goods and … Continue reading Learn about trademark registration in NewZeland

DELHI HIGH COURT RESTRICT ROUGE WEBSITES BROADCASTING NETFLIX CONTENT

Introduction: In this case suit was filed by Plaintiffs against the multiple defendants for engaging in online piracy by making original content available for download and otherwise facilitating access to infringing and illegal content. The lawsuit seeks a permanent injunction, rendition of accounts, and damages for the infringement of exclusive rights in the plaintiffs' original … Continue reading DELHI HIGH COURT RESTRICT ROUGE WEBSITES BROADCASTING NETFLIX CONTENT

KNOW ABOUT TRADENAME PROTECTION IN EU

The trademark law in Europe is regulated by European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). As per EUIPO “Trademarks are signs used in trade to identify products.” It’s a symbol that distinguishes one from their competitors. One of the important conditions to be kept in mind while registering the mark is to clearly define the mark … Continue reading KNOW ABOUT TRADENAME PROTECTION IN EU

ALL ABOUT TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IN USA

What is a Trademark? As per WIPO a trademark is a sign capable of distinguishing the goods or services of one enterprise from those of other enterprises. Trademarks are protected by intellectual property rights[1]. In US Trademark law is mainly governed by the federal statute Lanham Act. Originally state Common law provided the main source … Continue reading ALL ABOUT TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IN USA

MERELY SIMILARITY IN IMAGE IS TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT ?: FEVICOL CASE

Introduction:  Plaintiff[1] has been producing and selling adhesives since 1969.  The plaintiff asserts that it conducts business not only in India but also in North America, South America, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. The trademarks and service marks of the plaintiff, includes HEATX, FEVICOL, LW+, LW, DR. FIXIT, and an artistic representation of two elephants pulling in … Continue reading MERELY SIMILARITY IN IMAGE IS TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT ?: FEVICOL CASE

COMMERCIAL DRONES INDUSTRY AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK IN INDIA

INTRODUCTION OF DRONES BUSINESS ECOSYSTEM IN INDIA India is the fastest growing economy across the world and country has witnessed stupendous transformation in business ecosystem and technology. It’s not wrong to state that Pro business policies by the central government and establishment of digital ecosystem has surely given a direction to the country which is … Continue reading COMMERCIAL DRONES INDUSTRY AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK IN INDIA

ARBITRATION CLAUSE IS ASSIGNABLE: BOMBAY HIGH COURT

According to the Bombay High Court, an arbitration agreement is assignable in the same way that any other contract is, and if the rights and obligations under an agreement that contains an arbitration clause are assigned in favour of the assignee, the arbitration remedy would also be assigned in that person's favour. In light of … Continue reading ARBITRATION CLAUSE IS ASSIGNABLE: BOMBAY HIGH COURT

BATTLE OF “NINETY ONE; 91” AND “NINETY NINE; 99” MARK ON CYCLE

An interim application under Order XXXIX Rules 1 and 2 of CPC seeking interlocutory injunction had been filed by the plaintiff wherein ad interim injunction was granted in the favour of the plaintiff.  The defendant further filed an interim application to vacate ad interim injunction granted on 11th October 2022. For the given below reasons … Continue reading BATTLE OF “NINETY ONE; 91” AND “NINETY NINE; 99” MARK ON CYCLE