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Bombay HC discusses trademark issues in modern times

Of the several cases of trademark infringement and passing off that are decided by the Courts, some cases are known for clarifying the position of law on an issue and some for addressing issues not previously discussed by the Courts. Not very often do we come across cases that simplify and…


Trans-border reputation of global trademarks in India

You have a brand but you don’t’ sell the products under that brand in India and neither do you hold a trademark registration for the mark in India. Meanwhile, someone in India adopts your brand name and starts manufacturing and selling products under that brand. If you have advertisements in…


Agreements on trade secrets and confidential information – Enforceable in India?

It is not the answer that enlightens, but the question. This is rather apt for the India IP scenario where many individuals and companies have been approaching the Courts with rather interesting questions (ones that we have always wanted answers to) and Courts have been very liberal, and cautious…


Do I really need an IP/ Contract lawyer when I have Google

I swear I can almost hear that thought passing through the cerebral cortex of many a client when it comes to discussing charges. Never mind that, as a part of a mid sized firm, I deal with flat fees instead of hourly and advise on strategic ways to reduce costs, when it comes to contract and…


Rectification of trademark in India on grounds of non-use

Rectification of the register is a proceeding in which a party seeks to remove a registered trademark from the register. In India, Section 47 of the Trademarks Act lays down two scenarios regarding removal of a registered trademark, they are; if it is proved that the trademark was registered…


Rajnikanth's personality rights - It's only his. Mind it!

Celebrities in India (particularly actors and film makers) have become extremely vigilant of their rights. There has been a considerable increase in the number of cases requesting for John Doe orders, recognition of celebrity rights and the number of trademark applications for the name of famous…


Privacy policy-Why do I need it for my website?

Did you know? By merely browsing a website on the internet, you have actually agreed to the website’s terms and conditions and privacy policy? Now that you are anyway bound by it by merely browsing the website, it would be best if you could actually go through it just to know the way in which your…


Can food recipes be protected under intellectual property?

Ever wanted to know the recipe for your favourite dish in a restaurant? Or wished that you could make Pringles at home? They wouldn’t be special or in demand anymore if you could do make it by yourself! This got me thinking on the best ways to protect food recipes and prompted me to write this…


Intellectual Property Cases - restoring faith in the Indian Judiciary

The efficiency of the Indian judiciary has been the subject of many a discussion at both professional and personal gatherings that I’ve attended. The media has covered the overwhelming case backlog and seemingly infinite expanse of time that it would take to clear them. Most often the general…


Fluid trademarks – Go with the flow?

Most of us use Google almost every day and intentionally or unintentionally, we look forward to seeing what the Google Doodle of the day would be! Well, that is the kind of impact that the constantly changing “Google” logo has created on the minds of its users. I personally am very fascinated with…