The doctrine of approbate and reprobate traces its roots to Scottish law. It stems from the principles of equity and estoppel, and may […]
Analysing the Doctrine of “Approbate & Reprobate” in Indian Trade Mark Law
Trademark
POLO – A Gameplay of Trademarks
On July 14, 2023, a Single Judge in the matter of The Polo/Lauren Company LP v. M/s Home Needs [CS(COMM)1722/2020] held that the Defendant’s marks/labels […]
“WHITEHAT SR” Logo deceptively similar to “WHITEHAT JR” Trademark: Delhi High Court
In a recent dispute between WhiteHat Education Technology Private Limited and Vinay Kumar Singh, the Delhi High Court has delivered a summary… Read […]
Court denies interim relief to Bhaiya Ji
The Delhi High Court recently denied granting interim relief by way of injunction sought by TV 18 Broadcast Limited (“the plaintiff”) on the […]
Keyword Trademark Usage in Google Ads – Delhi High Court Division Bench Affirms Trademark Infringement
The use of trademarks as keywords in Google Ads has been a topic of legal debate for some time. In a recent judgement […]
Progression of IP Dispute Resolution- Transitioning from IPAB to Specialized IP Divisions in High Courts
The role of specialized tribunals, such as the former Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB) and current IP division/benches in several High Courts, play […]
Unravelling Trademark Ownership: The Dispute over ‘STANVAC’ in Delhi High Court
While adjudicating prior use disputes, Indian courts have consistently relied on substantial evidence by any claimant of such prior use to establish their […]
Whispers of BISTRO: Deciphering the CHINA BISTRO Trademark Enigma
In a recent legal development, the Delhi High Court issued a temporary restraining order against the renowned fast food chain WOW! Momo, preventing […]
Similarity in pressure cooker designs found by Court, resulting in damages after expiry
Design piracy and recovery of damages after the expiration of suit design, a contentious issue, has come to the forefront in a recent […]
Enhancing efficiency in trademark disputes: consolidating proceedings
Trademark disputes can often lead to multiple legal proceedings across different courts and branches of the Trade Marks Registry, creating… Read the article […]