Himachal Pradesh High Court stops sale of Old Mist rum citing similarity with Old Monk Coffee Rum. Court finds prima facie trademark infringement and risk of public confusion.
The Delhi High Court has revived Crocs’ passing off lawsuits against major Indian footwear brands, reversing a previous dismissal. The court mandated a full trial to evaluate claims that these companies copied Crocs’ iconic foam clog design. The ruling allows Crocs another opportunity to argue its trademark protection claims.
NEW DELHI: Today, 26th March, The Delhi High Court decided to continue hearing the trademark case filed by Elon Musk’s company, Tesla Inc., against the Indian firm Tesla Power India Private Limited. This decision came after the Court noted that mediation efforts between the two companies did not succeed.
The Supreme Court temporarily allowed a Pune-based restaurant to continue using the ‘Burger King’ name. The dispute involves US-based Burger King Corporation, which entered India in 2014. However, the Pune eatery has been operating under the same name since 2008. The case raises legal questions about trademark rights and prior usage in India.
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IndiGo is asserting its “6E” trademark rights against Mahindra Electric, which agreed to rename its upcoming electric vehicle from “BE 6E” to “BE 6” amid the legal dispute. Mahindra plans to contest the lawsuit while the court has scheduled a hearing for April 2025, highlighting the significance of trademark usage over mere registration.
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On November 2, the Bombay High Court issued an interim order preventing a Pune eatery from using the name “Burger King” amid a trademark infringement lawsuit by the US-based Burger King Corporation. The court emphasized a thorough examination of the appeal, while the Pune eatery’s prior use of the name complicates the case.
The Bombay High Court granted ex parte relief to Skechers in a trademark infringement case against counterfeit goods sold by defendants. The court recognized the defendants’ actions as dishonest and emphasized the need to protect Skechers’ brand and consumer interests. The ruling highlights the significance of safeguarding intellectual property in the footwear industry.