Will The Real Slim Shady Please Stand Up? Rapper Eminem Defends His “Shady” TM
In a clash of trademarks, the legendary rapper Eminem finds himself embroiled in a legal tussle with reality TV stars Gizelle Bryant and Robyn Dixon…
Use of trademarks as Google ad words does not constitute Infringement: Delhi High Court
In a landmark decision, the Delhi High Court recently weighed in on the complex interplay between trademarks and digital advertising. Last week’s ruling saw the…
Who Invented Butter Chicken & Dal Makhani? The Courts Get Involved In A Dispute Between Two Iconic Restaurants Over Claim Of The Invention In Tag Line
For years, Moti Mahal and Daryaganj have asserted their roles as the pioneers behind these iconic dishes. But only one, i.e. Daryaganj uses the tagline…
No More “Jhakaas”: Delhi High Court Upholds Anil Kapoor’s Personality Rights
In the realm of Bollywood, where every star possesses their own unique identity, there are certain markers that transcend their cinematic roles and become as…
Delhi HC Restrains Healthcare Centre, Hospital, and Institute from Using Mayo Foundation’s Trademark ‘MAYO’ in Relief to Foundation’s Trademark Infringement Suit
In a recent verdict the Delhi High Court issued a ruling on a trademark infringement case involving the use of the mark “MAYO.” The plaintiff…
KFC’s Chicken Zinger can be trademarked: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has recently ruled that KFC’s Chicken Zinger can be trademarked, overturning a previous decision by the Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB). …
Domain, TM & Identity Wars: ADOBE, INC v. NAMASE PATEL AND OTHERS
Adobe Inc (Plaintiff) filed a case against Namase Patel, (the defendant), who registered the domain names “www.addobe.com” and “www.adobee.com,” which infringed their iconic trademark &…
Trademark Registration Of “SWISS MILITARY” Disallowed For A Textile Brand By Delhi High Court
Recently, Delhi High Court ruled in favour of the federal agency of Switzerland Armasuisse, which represents the military wing of the Swiss Government. Switzerland’s defence…
Valentino Sues Valentino – TM Co-existence, Lawsuits & More
One name but millions of goodwill taken. Two very famous Italian luxury clothing brands, one claimed to be created in the year 1967 by Valentino…
Adidas Loses Trademark Lawsuit Against Thom Browne Over Stripe Design
Not all stripes are Adidas stripes, the German sportswear giant has learnt the hard way. Thom Browne came out on top in a trademark…