Textile — India Copyright Cases
5 decisions indexed
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A.Arjun v.Balaji B
A.Arjun filed an application seeking leave from the Madras High Court to sue Balaji B for copyright infringement and passing off related to artistic work used on garments. The respondent challenged the court's jurisdiction, arguing that both parties operate primarily in Madurai, despite alleged online sales in Chennai.
Mrs.S.Radharani Prop. of Sadharani Tex (represented by Mr.S.Sadhasivam) v.Master Lungies
This suit involved a claim by Sadharani Tex against Master Lungies for infringement of trademark and copyright related to the 'KABUTTAR CHAAP label' used on lungies. The plaintiff sought permanent injunctions, damages, and an accounting of profits due to alleged passing off and unauthorized use of the artistic work. However, during the proceedings, the plaintiff was unable to provide instructions regarding whether the defendants were actively continuing the infringement after an interim order had been issued.
Ritika Private Limited v.Biba Apparels Private Limited
Ritika Private Limited filed a suit against Biba Apparels Private Limited claiming infringement of copyright and violation of trade secrets related to its garment designs sold under the RITU KUMAR brand. The plaintiff asserted originality in its sketches and drawings, which were adapted for various garments. However, the court found that the suit was barred by Section 15(2) of the Indian Copyright Act, 1957, as the designs were capable of being registered under the Designs Act, 2000, but had not been so registered.
Microfibers Inc. v.Girdhar & Co. & Anr.
Microfibers Inc. appealed a single judge's decision, arguing that its unique artistic designs used in upholstery fabrics were protected by copyright. The respondents claimed they reflected these designs. The court examined the interplay between the Copyright and Designs Acts.
Calico Printers Association, Ltd. v.D.N. Mukerjea
The plaintiffs, proprietors of three registered cotton designs, sued the defendant for copyright infringement after discovering he was importing and selling similar designs on cotton materials. The dispute centered on whether the defendant knowingly infringed the copyrights or merely sold goods in ignorance of the rights.
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