Introduction: The registration of a trademark grants its owner specific legal rights that are crucial for protecting their brand. Owning a registered trademark does not just allow the owner to use the mark; it primarily provides the legal authority to…
When a business or individual seeks to protect their brand name, logo, or any other identifying feature through a trademark, the first step is often navigating through the complexities of trademark registration. One of the services available in this process…
The concept of honest concurrent use provides an important exception to the general rule that only one trademark should exist for particular goods or services. Section 12 of the Indian Trade Marks Act, 1999, offers a legal avenue for registering…
Trademark registration is not always a straightforward process, and it’s quite common for applicants to encounter the need for corrections or amendments along the way, whether due to a minor typographical error or a necessary change in the scope of…
The Illusion of Indian Heritage: At times, the name or the ethos of a brand resonates so deeply with Indian consumers that one naturally assumes it’s of Indian origin. Surprisingly, numerous brands have seamlessly blended into the Indian lifestyle, making…
Overview of Trademark Classification in India: In India, the Trade Marks Act, of 1999, classifies trademark registration into 45 classes. These can be bifurcated into two main categories: Registration for Goods (Classes 1-34) and Registration for Services (Classes 35-45). Each…
Mystique of the Global, Heart of the Desi It’s quite common to come across brands that, by their name, exude an international charm. This strategy often is employed to give the brand a global feel and appeal. However, you might…
When it comes to trademark assignments, there are no specific provisions in the Trade Marks Act, 1999 that dictate the valuation of trademarks or the consideration for which they should be assigned. Similarly, neither the Paris Convention for the Protection…
In the world of branding, there are two essential concepts that are worth understanding – house mark and product mark. A house mark is a term used to describe a company’s trade name or corporate name, while a product mark…
Unfair competition can harm honest businesses by stealing their customers and damaging their reputations. To prevent this from happening, the law of Passing off was established. This law is based on the principle that unfair competition is calculated to destroy…
