Rights and Obligations of Patentee in India
When an invention is patented, the patentee is granted numerous important legal rights. Sadly, many inventors and business owners still don't grasp how to use and effectively exercise their rights…
Law of Passing Off of Trademark in India
Are you aware that you can seek protection for your unregistered trademarks from being used without your permission? Yes, this use is considered passing off of trademark and is subject…
What is the Legal difference between a Brand and a Company?
Although they may sound similar, the phrases "company" and "brand" are actually different. In marketing and advertising, both brands and companies play important roles. A company is regarded as an…
Design Registration & Protection in India
It is undeniable that the goodwill and reputation earned in a market contribute significantly to the success of a product or brand in that market; however, this contribution is made…
Design Infringement In India – A Complete Overview
A 'design' registration is awarded in India based on the aesthetic appeal of a product or article. A design does not impact or contribute to the functionality of a product;…
An Outlook on Famous Trademark Infringement Cases in India
The implementation of the TRIPS agreement resulted in significant changes in how governments enforced intellectual property rights. As a result, business owners and entrepreneurs began to place a premium on…
Types of Work Protected Under Copyright In India
What is copyright? The term "Copyright" generally refers to the "right to copy" that belongs solely to the author or artist who created it. Everyone else must obtain permission from…
Difference between Copyrights & Patents
The difference between Copyrights and Patents, and Trademarks is both obvious and perplexing. The trademarks and patents are part of industrial intellectual property, but copyright is a distinct kind of…
Authorship & Ownership of Copyright in India
The authorship and ownership of copyright in India is distinct. The concept of ‘ownership’ and ‘authorship’ in India becomes vital when the question of propriety over the copyright arises. This…
Is Trademark an intangible asset for MSMEs or an Expense?
Shakespeare famously said, 'What's in a name?' However, this expression no longer applies because today the entire reputation, goodwill, and fame rest with the name, i.e., a trademark; therefore the…