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Practical litigation context for IP teams tracking Litigation, Huawei, HP Sign Multi-Year Wi-Fi.
IIPLA reviews the litigation implications of Litigation, Huawei, HP Sign Multi-Year Wi-Fi, with practical notes for USA IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
Recent geopolitical shifts in West Asia spotlight legal challenges surrounding arms sales, sovereignty, and conflict under international law.
The evolving dynamics among Turkey, Israel, and the United States in the Middle East have triggered significant international legal debates. Key issues include the legality of US arms transfers to Turkey amid prior sanctions, the interpretation of ceasefires between Israel and Iran, and the applicability of internatio…
Cornerstone Research reveals surge in U.S. IP cases alongside rising multi-jurisdictional enforcement and Asia’s growing patent influence
A new Cornerstone Research report highlights significant growth and diversification in U.S. intellectual property litigation, driven by evolving global innovation dynamics and strategic cross-border enforcement. The study details how intangible assets dominate market value, litigation filings have surged, and jurisdic…
Court restrains multiple YouTube channels and unknown entities from exploiting the popular song without permission in copyright infringement suit by Ivy Entertainment
The Delhi High Court has granted an ex-parte interim injunction in favor of Ivy Entertainment Private Limited, restraining various YouTube channels and unidentified parties from unauthorized use of the song ‘Bachpan Ka Pyar’ and its distinctive hook line. The ruling follows Ivy’s claim of exclusive copyright ownership…
Practical litigation context for IP teams tracking Litigation, Can Anyone Own, Forest.
In a trademark dispute between Mountain Valley Springs India Pvt. Ltd. and Baby Forest Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd., the Delhi High Court ruled that the marks 'FOREST ESSENTIALS' and 'BABY FOREST' are not deceptively similar. The court emphasized that the common dictionary word 'FOREST' cannot be monopolized without strong evid…
Court confirms enforceability of damages decree post-patent expiry in Philips’ infringement suit against Maj. (Retd.) Sukesh Behl and others
The Delhi High Court has refused to stay the execution of monetary decrees awarded to Koninklijke Philips N.V. in patent infringement litigation, despite the underlying patent having expired during the proceedings. The decision underscores the continued legal effect of infringement findings and damages awards even aft…
Court affirms liability of sellers for patent infringement under Section 48 of the Patents Act, granting permanent injunction and damages in agrochemical formulation dispute
The Delhi High Court ruled in favor of GSP Crop Science Pvt. Ltd. in a patent infringement case involving its patented agrochemical formulation combining Pyriproxyfen and Diafenthiuron. The court held BR Agrotech Limited and a marketing defendant liable, awarding ₹50 lakh in damages and issuing a permanent injunction.…
Court rejects plaintiff’s claim of urgency in Inreco Entertainment v. Nav Records, emphasizing statutory mediation and prompt action in IP disputes
In a significant ruling on procedural diligence in intellectual property litigation, the Calcutta High Court dismissed Inreco Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.’s copyright infringement suit against Nav Records Pvt. Ltd. The court found the plaintiff’s nearly nine-year delay in filing the suit undermined claims of urgency, leadi…
Court allows coexistence of plaintiff’s wind-powered battery charging patent and defendants’ battery swapping systems, dismissing infringement and revocation claims
In a significant ruling on patent infringement, the Madras High Court dismissed a suit filed by an independent inventor against Ashok Leyland and others, finding no infringement of a patent related to an electrically operated vehicle with wind-powered battery charging. The Court held that the defendants’ battery swapp…
Court grants permanent injunction against Hong Kong-based Crocodile International for trademark infringement of Lacoste’s iconic crocodile logo in India
After a protracted 23-year legal battle, the Delhi High Court has ruled in favor of French luxury brand Lacoste S.A., issuing a permanent injunction against Crocodile International Pte Ltd for infringing Lacoste’s trademark rights in India. The Court found the defendant’s crocodile logo deceptively similar to Lacoste’…
VirnetX’s patent infringement victory over Apple reignites concerns over patent assertion entities and calls for stronger patent reform measures
In a significant ruling, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit affirmed a $302 million patent infringement verdict against Apple, increasing damages to $440 million. The case, involving Nevada-based VirnetX, highlights ongoing challenges posed by patent assertion entities—commonly known as patent trolls—an…
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