Tag: Trademark Infringement

Analysis of The TMKOC Case: John Doe Orders and their Necessity in the Entertainment Industry

Introduction TMKOC which stands for Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashma is one of the most reputed and long-running TV Shows. It occupies a very special place in people’s hearts as it is a sitcom based on ordinary -middle-class people and depicts situations to which people can relate. The show was created by Asit Kumarr Modi and … Continue reading Analysis of The TMKOC Case: John Doe Orders and their Necessity in the Entertainment Industry

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Trademark Infringement and Geographical Boundaries: Lessons from Lacoste v. Crocodile Case

Introduction It was an auspicious August for the French luxury fashion brand Lacoste. Global headlines were made with Novak Djokovic, the foremost brand ambassador of Lacoste, winning the Paris Olympics Gold, which was followed by success in a two-decade-long trademark infringement case in Delhi High Court against internationally renowned Singapore-based company Crocodile International[1]. Decided on … Continue reading Trademark Infringement and Geographical Boundaries: Lessons from Lacoste v. Crocodile Case

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Impact of the Supreme Court’s Order in the Prius Case on the Issue of Determination of Transborder Reputation of Trademarks

Introduction: Setting the Tone In one of its most consequential rulings, Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha v. Prius Auto Industries Ltd.[1] (hereinafter “Prius Case”) the Supreme Court of India, observed that the Intellectual Property Rights are territorial rather than being global. Before delving into the depths of this seminal ruling, it becomes important to have a … Continue reading Impact of the Supreme Court’s Order in the Prius Case on the Issue of Determination of Transborder Reputation of Trademarks

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Infringement: A Thoughtful Mistake

INTRODUCTION As we have seen, this world is evolving with digitalization, industrialization and most importantly, intellectual property registration. If we see, we get to know that industrialization is the primary reason for the existence of intellectual property law because it gave the idea to register the idea and make it a secure way to protect … Continue reading Infringement: A Thoughtful Mistake

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Trademark Infringement in E-Commerce in India: Challenges in Digital Era

Introduction India has witnessed exponential growth in e-commerce and online market place in the last few years. Customers are now able to have a totally different and new shopping experience, as the E-Commerce system makes it easy for consumers to trade goods and services with the help of technology, pricing, attractive discounts, and fast delivery … Continue reading Trademark Infringement in E-Commerce in India: Challenges in Digital Era

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Case note on Subway IP LLC. v Infinity Food and ors.

Introduction Trademark law, a bastion of protecting intellectual property, is underpinned by intricate doctrines and principles. Among these, the anti-dissection rule and dominant feature test are crucial tools employed by courts to determine the distinctiveness and protectability of trademarks. Conventionally, it has been asserted that these two doctrines are not contradictory but rather complementary in … Continue reading Case note on Subway IP LLC. v Infinity Food and ors.

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The Conundrum Of Trademark Infringement And Keyword Advertising: A Case Analysis Of Google Llc V. Make My Trip

INTRODUCTION Recently, a division bench of Delhi High court in the case of Google LLC V. Make my Trip[i] dealt with the question that whether a trademark used as keyword for advertisement constitutes infringement of trademark. This question is of very significant nature specifically in the current era where commerce is highly driven by electronic … Continue reading The Conundrum Of Trademark Infringement And Keyword Advertising: A Case Analysis Of Google Llc V. Make My Trip

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Trademark Infringement in Online Markets: Comparative Analysis and Legal Frameworks – Part I

Abstract Online trademark infringement and counterfeiting is a growing problem for luxury brands. In recent years, trademark owners have taken aim at the operators of online marketplaces and auction websites, asserting that these defendants are liable for contributory infringement due to sales of counterfeit goods on their sites. In addressing the scope of secondary liability … Continue reading Trademark Infringement in Online Markets: Comparative Analysis and Legal Frameworks – Part I

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“Trademark Turmoil | Bolt Technology vs. UJOY Technology | A Pivotal Case or a Potential Pitfall?”

Introduction The cases of transborder trademark infringement based on goodwill and reputation is nothing new in the world of IP litigation. The courts often find themselves at crossroad when dealing with such matters because of the moral dilemma that the case presents to them; whether to protect the domestic entities who are trying to make … Continue reading “Trademark Turmoil | Bolt Technology vs. UJOY Technology | A Pivotal Case or a Potential Pitfall?”

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From Dough to court room : The domino’s vs. Dominick’s Trademark Clash

Introduction Picture this: A sizzling hot pizza, fresh out of the oven, covered in gooey cheese and savory toppings. It’s a universal delight, and as of September 26, 2023, it’s at the center of a sizzling legal showdown. The Delhi High Court has just delivered a verdicts hook the culinary world – a permanent injunction … Continue reading From Dough to court room : The domino’s vs. Dominick’s Trademark Clash

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