LexBlog IP

APRIL 5, 2023

There has been quite a bit of debate around the registrability of GUIs under industrial design law in India. While the Designs Act, 2002, recognised protection for GUIs, the Indian Patents Office has been reluctant to grant registration to GUIs. The GUI is not an integral part of the article but purely functional.

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Garrigues Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

In fact, in a previous IP Blog post , we commented on the invalidity declaration on grounds of bad faith of the Flower Thrower by Banksy, the most enigmatic of street artists. As a result, registration of the trademark in question was considered inconsistent with honest practices and therefore, filed in bad faith. Cintia Bernhardt.

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Garrigues Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

In fact, in a previous IP Blog post , we commented on the invalidity declaration on grounds of bad faith of the Flower Thrower by Banksy, the most enigmatic of street artists. As a result, registration of the trademark in question was considered inconsistent with honest practices and therefore, filed in bad faith. Cintia Bernhardt.

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IP and Legal Filings

AUGUST 30, 2022

The process of trademark registration in Qatar is governed by the Law no. 9 of 2002 pertaining to Trademarks, Commercial Indications, Trade Names, Geographical Indications, and Industrial Designs and Models. A single application for registration may be filed for a group of marks upon payment of the prescribed fee. Examination.

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IIPRD

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Intellectual Property (IP) has been gaining prominence around the world. The major impact that IP is making in the market is unfathomable. Probably with the large trend of IP awareness the companies are becoming more and more diligent in strictly making safeguarding their IP to the fullest. Basics of IP Audit.

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SpicyIP

JULY 14, 2021

Smell marks are or have been heavily debated around the world and are privy to their own set of issues in terms of registration. Internationally, the statutory requirements for the registration of non-conventional trademarks varies across jurisdictions. Issues and Barriers to the Registrability of Smell-marks.

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SpicyIP

JULY 10, 2023

Last week, we had some interesting discussions on the blog and saw some important IP development across the courts. The Delhi High Court also passed an important order refusing to set aside the order from the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Right Authority, revoking the registration of Pepsico’s FL 2027 potato variety.

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SpicyIP

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

For clarity, it is important to know that Rule 9 of the MP Foreign Liquor Rules focuses on the registration of labels. This signals a concerning shift where authorities not traditionally empowered to handle IP-related issues are being forced into this domain.

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SpicyIP

MARCH 13, 2023

Here are the quick summaries of 5 posts, 4 case summaries and other IP developments that took place last week. Important IP cases that we’re missing out on? Other IP Developments India tops ANDA approval list but ranks low on US Chamber of Commerce’s IP index. Especially from other High Courts?

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Velocity of Content

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

In my first post in this series, after discussing the basics of good copyright practice for bloggers (and other creators whose distribution is primarily through social media sites), I went on to look at the DMCA and how it may be seen as a useful first-line-of-defense bit of IP protection for content first appearing on such sites.

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IP and Legal Filings

AUGUST 11, 2023

2] This new set of marks is often referred to as non-traditional trademarks , and the qualification for their registration, as opposed to a traditional mark, is substantially higher. [3] I do this by demonstrating the statutory criteria for trademark registration and then applying the set criteria to check the registrability of braille.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Here is our recap of last week’s top IP developments including summaries of the posts on IPO’s patent application rejection of HIV drug Dolutegravir, another judgement in the long-running Section 3(k) saga, this time on the patentability of business methods and the DHC IPD’s Annual Report 2023-24. Read more on this!

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IPilogue

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Background Banksy’s graffiti artwork Laugh Now first appeared in Brighton, England, in 2002. A trademark holder must make “genuine use” of a registration by using it to acquire market share in relation to distinguishable goods or services. Ultimately, the EUIPO declared the trademark registration of Laugh Now invalid.

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IP and Legal Filings

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Court refused the registration for Philips Co. vs. Mehtab Ahmed 99 (2002) DLT 678 Where court observed that the nature of the goods is identical, and it immensely affects the identifying value of the original owner’s mark. c ) The registered trademark has a reputation in India which will be negatively affected. ( In ITC Limited v.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2022

The Strategy reflects Egypt’s renewed interest in the field of IP, which can play a vital role in boosting the economy, encouraging investment, and achieving sustainability in line with the WIPO Development Agenda , the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and Egypt’s Vision 2030. . Governance of the IP Institutional Structure.

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IP and Legal Filings

JANUARY 5, 2023

And in the case of the trademark registered under classes, the plaintiff has never filed any documents proving that they deal with the food products and such registrations are liable for cancellation for non-usage. The fourth schedule to Trade Marks Rules, 2002 – [link]. REFERENCES. Trade Marks Act, 1999 – [link].

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SpicyIP

MARCH 9, 2025

Keep up with the ever changing world of IP with SpicyIPs Weekly Review! There is no registration fee for any of the seminars. Though he applied in 1992, registration was granted only in 2020. Later, he discovered the trademark had expired since 2002 without prior notice, violating Rule 58(3) of the Trade Marks Rules, 2017.

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Intepat

MAY 16, 2023

Publicity Rights Under Indian IP Law In India, there is no direct statute that governs publicity rights in the intellectual property law regime. Specific IP statutes such as the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and the Copyright Act, 1957 provide guidance on the matter. appeared first on Intepat IP. Under this Act, Sec.

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IP and Legal Filings

JUNE 10, 2024

Plaintiffs submitted to the court that on 19 th September 2020, Parle had applied for the registration of the trademark, “Be the Fizz! The said application being presently pending, having been opposed by PepsiCo, Parle could not infringe on the trademark registration in the name of PepsiCo. For the Bold!” 7170/2021 & I.A.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 26, 2021

This finding is almost the entirety of the ratio for cancelling Pepsico’s registration, and goes to the extent of questioning as how a sophisticated corporate having over a century’s experience in protecting IP rights, could have failed on such account.

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IP and Legal Filings

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

iii] [Image Sources : Shutterstock] As a result, a corporation is globally recognized when it has met the registration criteria in its State of incorporation. Anupreet Kaur, in case of any queries please contact/write back to us at support@ipandlegalfilings.com or IP & Legal Filing. vi] Ebke (2002) op.cit., Author: MS.

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IIPRD

MARCH 17, 2023

This regulation provides the responsibility of the manufacturer, and as per this regulation, product registration is not necessary. In Europe, the Nutraceutical sector is regulated by the European Food and Safety Authority (EFSA), and the regulations of the nutraceutical sector come under Directive 2002/46/EC.

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IP and Legal Filings

DECEMBER 18, 2022

It is crucial to take into account whether two marks are “deceptively similar,” “similar,” “nearly resembling,” or its equivalent when it comes to the registration of trademarks, which includes the application process, opposition and rectification proceedings, and infringement and passing-off lawsuits.

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 30, 2024

An Analysis of the Order Firstly, for context, a rectification application must be filed under Sections 47, 57, 68 , or 77 (as applicable) of the TM Act read with Rule 92 of the Trade Marks Rules, 2002. 2016) held that Section 124 does not limit a party’s ability to seek rectification of a trademark registration.

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The IPKat

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Yet, the 2 nd Board of Appeal of the European Union Intellectual Property Office held otherwise in a recent decision ( Case R32/2022-2 ) that refused registration of the Saddle shape in relation to “ Bags, handbags, pouches (leather goods), travel kits (leather goods), toiletry and make-up cases (empty) ”.

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SpicyIP

MAY 15, 2023

He shares a keen interest in developments concerning IP Law.] Here are the quick summaries of the 5 posts, 16 case summaries, and other IP developments that took place last week. Important IP cases that we’re missing out on? Adding to this, the court recently set aside three such orders from the IP Offices in one day!

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IP and Legal Filings

MAY 17, 2022

In the Saudi Arabia, trademarks are governed by the Trademarks Regulation, Royal Decree No M/21 of 28 Jumada Awal 1423 Hejra (corresponding to 8 August 2002), and its Implementing Rules of the same year. Documents required for registration. Final Registration bill. Post which the trademark certification will be issued.

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SpicyIP

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Here is our recap of last week’s top IP developments. Case Summaries Hmd Mobile India Private Limited vs Mr Rajan Aggarwal & Anr on 9 February, 2024 (Delhi HC) image from here The Plaintiff had filed a petition under Section 50 of the Copyright Act, 1957 for expunging the copyright registration against the Defendant.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 31, 2022

The objective of the Singapore Treaty is to create a modern and dynamic international framework for the harmonization of administrative trademark registration procedures. The Singapore Treaty is applicable to all types of marks registrable under the law of a given Contracting Party. Image Source: IStock].

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IIPRD

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Businesses are turning towards their intangible assets, specifically their IP to finance their growth and further innovation. Pledging IP as collateral in a loan agreement is one of the many ways of IP-backed financing. Treasury and the UAW Retiree Medical Benefits Trust have also advanced IP backed loans.

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The IPKat

MARCH 14, 2023

In order to demarcate both IP rights, Art. 6/2002 (‘Design Regulation’) stipulates:-- A Community design shall not subsist in features of appearance of a product which are solely dictated by its technical function. (2) Designs are meant to protect the appearance of a product or a part thereof. Patents protect technical innovations.

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IIPRD

JUNE 24, 2024

7] WIPO Treaties ‘The WIPO Copyright Treaty’ and the “WIPO Performances and Phonograms Treaty” became effective in 2002, [8] marking a notable milestone in enhancing copyright and related rights protection globally, showcasing substantial advancements and international collaboration.

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LexBlog IP

MAY 3, 2022

It focuses on the similarities and dissimilarities of different aspects of intellectual property (IP) law in China and how they interact with each other. It is worth noting that there is no clear border between different types of IP rights. Protection of 2D Designs. Protection of 3D Designs. Trademark (symbols, designs).

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 18, 2023

There are also cases on both sides of the issue where courts have held that trademark registrations related to the underlying controversy are sufficient to establish specific or personal jurisdiction. Pentapharm AG , 2002 WL 31749195, at *6 (N.D. to justify jurisdiction. In an earlier decision in Haemoscope Corp. See also Quick Techs.,

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Intepat

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

” The system of trademark classification eases the process of registration of a trademark. Thus, it gives the trademark registration process a definite structure. The Fourth Schedule to the Trademark Rules, 2002, lays down the different trademark classes. NICE Classification ). & Ors , it was held that.

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The IPKat

JULY 26, 2024

The IPKat has received and is pleased to host the following guest contribution by Kimberley Evans (Pearce IP) regarding a recent Australian decision concerning inter alia the honest concurrent use and own name defences under Australian trade mark law.

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SpicyIP

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The detailed verdict, heavily punctuated with takeaways for IP observers and fashion enthusiasts alike, is one of the very few final judgements on trademark law passed this year. This case should be a wake-up call for the judiciary to prioritise swift resolutions, especially in IP matters where the market moves much faster than the courts.

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