This article explains the De Minimis principle in Indian IP law, showing how courts disregard trivial copyright infringements to prevent unnecessary litigation.
This article explores colour trademarks in India, explaining how businesses can legally protect unique colours as part of their brand identity. It covers the legal framework under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, the types of colour marks (single colours and colour combinations), challenges in registration, key judicial cases like Cadbury
This article explores trademark bullying in India, examining legal provisions under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, judicial safeguards, and the need for reforms to ensure fair competition and protect smaller businesses.
This article examines the delicate balance between innovation and competition by exploring how Intellectual Property Law and Competition Law interact in India. It highlights their complementary roles in fostering creativity through exclusive rights while preventing market abuses to ensure fair competition and consumer welfare.
The Madras High Court’s ruling in The Procter & Gamble Company v. IPI India Pvt. Ltd. marks a significant development in Indian trademark jurisprudence by reaffirming that descriptive and publici juris terms cannot be monopolized without clear proof of acquired distinctiveness. In rejecting P&G’s claim over the prefix “Vapo” derived
The landmark Supreme Court case of Parle Products (P) Ltd. vs. J.P. & Co. (1972) is a pivotal judgment in Indian trademark law that clarified the concept of deceptive similarity and trade dress infringement. The Court held that overall visual impression, packaging, colour scheme, and design must be considered when
Discover how trademarks, trade dress, trade secrets, copyright, and plant variety protection shape Lay’s IP strategy in the FMCG industry.
What are Standard Essential Patents (SEPs)? Understand FRAND licensing, role of SSOs, patent monopoly vs standards, and key Indian SEP judgments.
A detailed legal analysis of moral rights under Section 57 of the Copyright Act, 1957 vis-à-vis employer–employee authorship under Section 17(c), examined through the Delhi High Court’s decision in Gaurav Garg v. Aly Morani & Ors. (2026 SCC OnLine Del 136).
A detailed analysis of unconventional trademarks in India, including sound, colour, smell, shape and motion marks, their legal recognition, registration challenges, and key judicial precedents under the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and Trademark Rules, 2017.
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