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Medical_Devices — India Copyright Cases

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copyright defendant favorable · Jan 13, 2020

M/S.Fun World And Resorts (India) Pvt. Ltd. v.Nimil K.K.

Kerala High Court · 133986576

The appeal challenged the lower court's order granting a temporary injunction, which restrained M/S.Fun World And Resorts (India) from using its 'Tunnel Aquarium' design due to alleged copyright infringement by Nimil K.K.'s client. The appellant argued that the design was not original and could not be registered under the Designs Act. The High Court dismissed the appeal, upholding the lower court's finding that a prima facie case for copyright existed.

copyright interim order · Jun 14, 2017

Sarine Technologies Ltd v.Diyora & Bhanderi Corporation & 13

Gujarat High Court · 61930757

Sarine Technologies Ltd filed a suit alleging that the respondents willfully infringed its copyright in the 'AdvisorTM' rough gemstone planning software. The petitioner claimed the defendants developed and used pirated versions of the software to provide inclusion scanning services to third parties. The High Court issued an order directing the appointment of Commissioners to inspect the computer systems and hard disks of Respondent Nos. 1 and 12.

copyright plaintiff favorable · Nov 9, 2005

Win Medicate Pvt. Ltd. v.K. Pharmaceuticals Works

Delhi High Court · 251760

Win Medicate Pvt. Ltd. filed a suit against K. Pharmaceuticals Works alleging infringement of its copyrighted label design and passing off concerning its BETADINE Microbicidal Solution. The plaintiff demonstrated that its distinctive bottle labels, featuring a unique color combination and layout, were substantially copied by the defendant's product. The court found in favor of Win Medicate, decreeing the suit for copyright infringement and passing off, and awarding damages.

copyright defendant favorable · Aug 2, 2001

Smithkline Beecham Consumer v.Hindustan Lever Limited And Anr.

Bombay High Court · 1763588

Smithkline Beecham Consumer filed a suit alleging that Hindustan Lever Limited and others had infringed their copyright related to the drawings and precision moulds used for manufacturing specific models of toothbrushes. The plaintiffs claimed ownership over these designs, which were integral to the product's appearance and function. However, the court ultimately dismissed the suit, finding that the plaintiffs had attempted to file multiple suits in different courts without valid justification, thereby amounting to an abuse of process.

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