CASE OF SHELL BRAND WHERE HC STRIKE DOWN THE UNJUST REFUSAL ORDER OF TRADEMARK EXAMINER

Introduction: In the present case[1] an appeal was filed at IPAB and pursuant to the Tribunal Reforms Act of 2021, the present appeal has been received on transfer by the High Court of Delhi. The Senior Examiner of Trademarks' decision dated March 15, 2018, regarding Application No. 2365543 for the mark under class 4, is … Continue reading CASE OF SHELL BRAND WHERE HC STRIKE DOWN THE UNJUST REFUSAL ORDER OF TRADEMARK EXAMINER

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

Whether a defendant can rely on documents not filed along with the written statement in case of a commercial suit?

Facts: In the case ofTTK Prestige Ltd V. K K And Company Delhi Pvt Ltd & Ors’.[1]: the plaintiff is engaged in the business of kitchen home appliances like pressure cooker , gas stoves and so on under the brand name PRESTIGE since 1955. The registration of the mark with respect to class 11 (installation … Continue reading Whether a defendant can rely on documents not filed along with the written statement in case of a commercial suit?

KHAN CHACHA VS KHAN CHACHA BIRYANI

The plaintiff holds registration of trademark under Class 29 and 43. He claims to be the user of the mark since 1st April 1972 for food items as well as for providing restaurants services, which are also enlisted on various websites which provide online catering services. As per the plaint “KHAN CHACHA” is inventive and … Continue reading KHAN CHACHA VS KHAN CHACHA BIRYANI

2 CRORE COMPENSATION FOR WRONG HAIR STYLING?

In the present case[1] the NCDRC had directed the defendant to pay to the complainant a compensation of Rupees 2 Crores. The Following case has been appealed before the Supreme Court of India. The Supreme Court has set aside the judgement and directed the NCDRC to quantify the claims again. FACTS OF THE CASE: In … Continue reading 2 CRORE COMPENSATION FOR WRONG HAIR STYLING?

Whether, the inquiry proceedings conducted by the ICC is quashed merely because ICC failed to complete inquiry within the time frame of 90 days?

The High Court of Delhi[1] is of the view that the inquiry proceedings cannot be quashed merely because ICC failed to complete inquiry proceedings with the time frame of 90 days. In the present case the petitioner, who is a qualified CA, has received a hearing notice by email dated 23.12.2022 from ICC constituted under … Continue reading Whether, the inquiry proceedings conducted by the ICC is quashed merely because ICC failed to complete inquiry within the time frame of 90 days?

KNOW THE BASICS OF SPORTS LAW AND GOVERNING STRUCTURE IN INDIA

WHAT IS SPORTS LAW ? Sports law is an area of law which relates to the sporting activities and events in the country. It is emerging line of law which deals with the legal issues pertaining to acts and issues of sports players, teams, managers and associates. It includes the traditional area of laws like … Continue reading KNOW THE BASICS OF SPORTS LAW AND GOVERNING STRUCTURE IN INDIA

Whether the Limitation Act, 1963, would apply to appeals under Section 18 of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.

“The Hon’ble High Court of New Delhi held that Section 5 of the Limitation Act would apply in respect of appeals which may be sought to be preferred under Section 18 of the SHW Act of 2013”. Facts: In the case at hand Respondent no. 1 accused Respondent no. 2 of harassing her. The matter … Continue reading Whether the Limitation Act, 1963, would apply to appeals under Section 18 of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.

WHETHER THE ARBITRATION CLAUSE CONTAINED IN PURCHASE ORDER IS BINDING ?

WHAT IS ARBITRATION CLAUSE Arbitration Clause refers to the clause which allows the parties to refer their dispute to Arbitration under the seen or unforeseen circumstances of disputes among the parties to a contract. Further this clause provides an opportunity to settle the disputes at an economic and time saver manner as compared with that of … Continue reading WHETHER THE ARBITRATION CLAUSE CONTAINED IN PURCHASE ORDER IS BINDING ?