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The Web Of Cybersquatting: Are Laws Needed To Clean Up The Web?

4th February, 2022 - 12:44 pm Categories: Intellectual Property

INTRODUCTION The internet’s unavoidable presence and use in our daily lives is the pinnacle of modern technological innovation. However, this progress has also served as a breeding environment for a variety of illegal activities. Cybersquatting is one such activity that has gained interntaional and national attention. CYBERSQUATTING Cybersquatting is defined as registering, trafficking, or using … Continue reading The Web Of Cybersquatting: Are Laws Needed To Clean Up The Web?

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Whether Copyright Registration Of A Label Is Necessary For Claiming Relief In The Court Of Law

4th February, 2022 - 12:22 pm Categories: Intellectual Property

INTRODUCTION From the beginning of time, man has always evolved with the help of his intellect. This intellect has helped in creating ideas and some of the world’s most prized possessions. But without any regulatory framework, this expression of ideas was threatened by infringement, non-development and lack of financial incentive that led to disheartened artists. … Continue reading Whether Copyright Registration Of A Label Is Necessary For Claiming Relief In The Court Of Law

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Music Sampling And The Defense of Doctrine of Fair Use

3rd February, 2022 - 1:03 pm Categories: Copyright

The technique of digitally copying a piece of an existing recording and placing this “sample” into a new recording is known as sampling. If you’re a music fanatic, you’ve probably heard Kanye West’s “The Bounce,” which was a highlight tune on an otherwise mediocre double album, sampling one of the most easily known and popular … Continue reading Music Sampling And The Defense of Doctrine of Fair Use

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Credible Proof Required For Ascertaining The Likelihood Of Confusion

2nd February, 2022 - 12:23 pm Categories: Legal Issues

Trademark is an important part of the company’s branding, it is important to safeguard the trademark and have effective protection. One such current case was of Hard Candy which is a company that is involved in the industry of cosmetics. HARD CANDY mark was filed for trademark by the predecessor of the company in 1995. … Continue reading Credible Proof Required For Ascertaining The Likelihood Of Confusion

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Is The Concept Of A Social Media Influencer Still Underdeveloped In India?

1st February, 2022 - 1:30 pm Categories: Intellectual Property

“The Defendant is falling under a nascent category of individuals, popularly known as “social media influencers” – J. Kathawala[1] This statement was quoted by a single-judge bench of the Hon’ble Bombay High Court while recognizing social media influencers. An order was granted in favor of the plaintiff i.e. Marico Limited by the court but subsequently, … Continue reading Is The Concept Of A Social Media Influencer Still Underdeveloped In India?

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Buyer’s Cartels: A Concern For Competition Law

31st January, 2022 - 4:42 am Categories: Competition Law Intellectual Property

INTRODUCTION There is a wide connotation to the word “cartel.” The interpretation adopted by a majority of jurists and legislatures suggests that the word must be understood in the true spirit of competition law, which is to promote healthy competition in a free and fair market. However, reality begs to differ, with the word having … Continue reading Buyer’s Cartels: A Concern For Competition Law

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Consumer Protection (Direct Selling) Rules, 2021, A Step Towards Making Direct Selling Companies Accountable – Part III

29th January, 2022 - 4:52 am Categories: Consumer Law

This is part III of the series of three part blog posts on the relevance of making the direct selling companies accountable under the Consumer Protection (Direct Selling) Rules 2021 and providing relief to the consumers. This blog posts will discuss the obligation upon Direct Sellers laid down by the 2021 rules and the suggestions … Continue reading Consumer Protection (Direct Selling) Rules, 2021, A Step Towards Making Direct Selling Companies Accountable – Part III

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Consumer Protection (Direct Selling) Rules, 2021, A Step Towards Making Direct Selling Companies Accountable – Part II

29th January, 2022 - 4:26 am Categories: Consumer Law

This is part II of the series of three-part blog posts on the relevance of making the direct selling companies accountable under the Consumer Protection (Direct Selling) Rules 2021 and providing relief to the consumers. Part I of this series had dealt with the applicability of the 2021 rules and the obligations imposed on the … Continue reading Consumer Protection (Direct Selling) Rules, 2021, A Step Towards Making Direct Selling Companies Accountable – Part II

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Offences Under Section- 63 Of Copyright Act, 1957; Section- 103 Of Trademark Act, 1999- Bailable Or Non-Bailable

27th January, 2022 - 1:16 pm Categories: Legal Issues

Bailable Offence has been defined under the Criminal Procedure Code, 1973 (hereinafter referred to as CrPC) as an offense which is shown as bailable in the first schedule, or which is made bailable by any other law for the time being in force and “non-bailable offense” means any other offense. In the case of Piyush … Continue reading Offences Under Section- 63 Of Copyright Act, 1957; Section- 103 Of Trademark Act, 1999- Bailable Or Non-Bailable

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DRS Logistics Vs Google: Liability For Using Third Party Trademarks As Keywords

27th January, 2022 - 1:04 pm Categories: Legal Issues

INTRODUCTION With advancements in technology and the introduction of the Internet, our personal and social life has majorly been influenced by the internet or cyberspace. In order to meet the increasing demand of the market, businesses are also making a shift to the virtual world. These days businesses are adopting various advertising and marketing strategies … Continue reading DRS Logistics Vs Google: Liability For Using Third Party Trademarks As Keywords

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