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Legality of Using Competitors’ Names in Ads

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We have seen many times that reputed brands directly attack their rivals while promoting their own products. The real question arises as to whether this constitutes a legal infringement of the trademark when they use their competitor’s name in advertisements…

The Impact of E-commerce on Trademark Law

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E-commerce has revolutionized how businesses operate. It has also transformed the landscape of trademark law. Local brands are no longer confined to their home markets. They now face global competition and challenges. Trademark violations have become an international issue. Businesses…

Pfizer Wins Vigoura Battle

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In a significant legal victory, the Delhi High Court has handed down a permanent injunction against Renovision Exports Pvt. Ltd., prohibiting the use of the trademark “Vigoura” due to its infringement upon Pfizer’s renowned “Viagra.” Background Pfizer, a pharmaceutical giant,…

Trademark Must be Unique and Ethical

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Trademarks must be both distinctive and morally sound to uphold ethical standards. they represent values and legality. The recent ruling by the EU General Court denying the registration of the name “Pablo Escobar” as a European Union trademark raises complex…

School Ordered to Refund Admission Fee

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The State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission in Chandigarh upheld decision to refund provisional admission fees ruling in favor of Sandeep Kaur against St. Anne’s Convent School. The dispute centered on the refundability of fees paid for provisional admission to Class…

Sud’s Car Confusion: The Maruti Mix-Up

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The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission of Chandigarh resolved a dispute involving a Maruti Suzuki dealership. Complainant filed a complaint against Autopace Network Private Limited, alleged a defective car was sold in pretext of brand new. Facts Parul Sud purchased…

Consumer Protection in Real Estate

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Ensuring Fairness in Real Estate HARERA’s Landmark Ruling The Haryana Real Estate Regulatory Authority recently ruled against builder for breaching consumer trust and engaging in fraudulent practices. The dispute arose from builder’s miscalculation of price of a property, stemming from…

Flipkart Guilty of Unfair Trade Practice

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The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission in Central Mumbai has ruled against Flipkart for adopting unfair trade practices. The commission found Flipkart guilty of intentionally cancelling a customer’s iPhone order to make extra profit, causing mental harassment and agony to…