The most important premise of modern copyright law is also its least examined. Courts today respond to artificial intelligence with a reflexive certainty: copyright protects only “human authorship”. The claim is conveyed as if it resolves the issue, as if by invoking the “human” the law can stand firm against
INTRODUCTION The copyright infringement and De Minimis defence are often seen as complementary because the De Minimis principle is commonly used as a defence in Intellectual Property (IP) law. The term De Minimis is derived from the Latin phrase “de minimis non curat lex,” which means “the law does not
Don’t let your creative work be stolen. This guide explains why copyright registration is crucial for content creators in the digital age. Learn the legal benefits, from proving ownership in court to deterring infringement, and understand how it protects your intellectual property across platforms like social media.
Explore the role and significance of copyright societies in managing and administering rights for authors and copyright holders. This article examines the structure, functions, regulation, and challenges of copyright societies, including their impact on the law, economy, and artistic growth globally and in India.
This article explores the challenges and legal frameworks surrounding design protection in the fashion industry, highlighting critical cases, constitutional foundations, and the role of various intellectual property laws in safeguarding creativity. It examines the limitations of the current legal structure and suggests future directions for enhancing design rights, including the
Explore the intersection of copyright law and education in India, focusing on recent developments from the Andhra Pradesh High Court and NCERT. This article examines the role of originality in copyright, fair use implications for educational materials, and strategies for educational institutions to navigate copyright challenges while fostering creativity. Understand
CITATIONS: Hawkins Cookers Ltd. vs Magicook Appliances Co., 100(2002)DLT698, AIR 2003 DELHI 191, (2002) 100 DLT 698 BRIEF FACTS: Hawkins Cookers Ltd., a well-established company in the manufacture and marketing of pressure cookers, filed a suit against Magicook Appliances Co. alleging infringement of its copyright under the Copyright Act, 1957.
Read about the Delhi High Court’s decree in the copyright infringement case between Yash Raj Films and Sri Sai Ganesh Productions over the films “Band Baaja Baaraat” and “Jabardasth.” Discover the legal arguments, judgement, and implications of this landmark decision in the realm of intellectual property rights.
Explore the recent ruling of the Delhi High Court granting an interim injunction in the trademark and copyright infringement case between Khandelwal Edible Oils Limited and Landsmill Agro Private Limited. This legal analysis delves into the issues of trademark infringement, copyright violation, and the court’s findings, providing key insights into
FACTS OF THE CASE: In 2014, Karishma Mehta founded “Humans of Bombay” (HOB), an online storytelling platform focused on fostering connections. On the similar lines another online storytelling platform “People of India” (POI), was founded by Pritika Kumar and has been in operation since 2019 as an Instagram-based storytelling platform.
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