TrademarksChina
In a notable intellectual property case, the Suzhou Intermediate People’s Court ruled in June 2026 that Molly Tea’s floral logo infringed Louis Vuitton’s registered trademarks, awarding the luxury brand $1.5 million in damages. The dispute underscores China’s first-to-file trademark system, the emphasis on overall com…
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
PatentsIndia
A trademark conflict between Anthropic Softwares Pvt. Ltd. of India and U.S.-based Anthropic PBC spotlights challenges in protecting intellectual property as AI companies expand internationally. The Karnataka commercial court is evaluating claims of prior use, marketplace confusion, and infringement, underscoring the…
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
PatentsIndia
The Delhi High Court dismissed Royal Challengers Bengaluru's plea for an interim injunction against Uber India over a YouTube advertisement that humorously altered RCB's trademark. The ruling emphasized the importance of context, cultural norms of sports banter, and constitutional free speech protections, setting a nu…
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
PatentsIndia
After a protracted legal battle, JYP Entertainment has successfully registered the 'SKZOO' trademark for its merchandise, with the Korean Patent Court overturning earlier refusals by the Korean Intellectual Property Office. The court recognized the distinctiveness of 'SKZOO' from SK Corporation’s trademarks, emphasizi…
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
LitigationGlobal
Josef Kleindienst’s trademark cancellation claims against the James Bond IP owner highlight the intricacies of trademark law, particularly regarding non-use and infringement risks. Legal experts explain why even a successful cancellation may not grant rights to use the iconic 007 name or catchphrase, nor impact the fr…
Thursday, February 20, 2025
TrademarksUSA
A trademark conflict has arisen between Syracuse University and a small business concerning the ownership and use of the term ‘Cuse.’ The dispute underscores the complexities of trademark law when it comes to regional nicknames and branding rights. Both parties assert claims to the term, leading to legal scrutiny over…
Tuesday, August 6, 2019
PatentsUSA
A U.S. District Court in Virginia granted summary judgment to Bayer AG, dismissing Belmora’s claims to the FLANAX trademark and upholding prior TTAB cancellation of Belmora’s registration. The case underscores the ability of foreign trademark owners to enforce rights in the U.S. based on foreign use, reshaping traditi…
Wednesday, November 14, 2018