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The plaintiffs sought an interim injunction against the defendants for using trademarks ('Maa Shakti' and 'Nari Shakti') that were allegedly identical or deceptively similar to their registered copyright/trademark, 'Ruchi Shakti', used for edible oil. The court found that the packaging of the defendant no. 2 was almost identical to the plaintiff's, satisfying the test of likelihood of confusion.
M/s Lacoste S.A. v.Rakesh Goyal
M/s Lacoste S.A. filed a suit alleging that the defendants were manufacturing and marketing goods using trademarks identical or deceptively similar to its registered marks (LACOSTE and CROCODILE), leading to counterfeiting, passing off, and copyright infringement. The court found the plaintiff's trademark well-known and decreed the suit for permanent injunction and awarded damages.
Mankind Pharma Limited v.Shrinivas (Gujarat) Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
Mankind Pharma Limited filed a suit against Shrinivas (Gujarat) Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., alleging that the latter was manufacturing and selling medicinal preparations under the deceptively similar trademark ZONFLOX, infringing on Mankind's registered trademark ZENFLOX. The court found the marks to be visually, phonetically, and structurally similar, leading to confusion among consumers.
Rc Plasto Tanks & Pipes Pvt. Ltd. v.Pankaj Kumar Patel
The plaintiff, Rc Plasto Tanks & Pipes Pvt. Ltd., filed a suit alleging trademark infringement and passing off by the defendant, Pankaj Kumar Patel, who used the similar label 'Shri Plosto' on allied goods like water tanks and pipes. The court ultimately dismissed the plaintiff's claim for damages due to lack of evidence regarding the quantum of loss, while granting an injunction restraining the defendant from using the impugned mark.
Levi Strauss & Co. v.Mohd Rafique Alam
Levi Strauss & Co. filed a suit seeking permanent injunction against Mohd Rafique Alam and others for illegal use, passing off, and infringement of its trademarks (LEVI'S) and associated designs. The plaintiff asserted that LEVI'S is a globally recognized and well-known trademark in the apparel industry. The court ultimately decreed the suit, granting permanent injunctions and awarding nominal damages.
M/s Goldmedal Electricals Pvt. Ltd. v.Amrit Lal Jain & Ors.
The plaintiff, M/s Goldmedal Electricals Pvt. Ltd., filed a suit seeking permanent injunction against the defendants for passing off and infringing its registered trademark 'Goldmedal' and associated copyright. The court found that the defendants were dishonestly using the deceptively similar mark 'Gokul Medal' in respect of allied goods.
M/s Izuk Impex v.Kidar Kutubuddin Momin & Anr.
M/s Izuk Impex filed a suit for passing off and trademark infringement against Kidar Kutubuddin Momin and M/s Star Mehandi Cone regarding the use of similar trademarks. The plaintiff, owner of 'MOON & STAR' and related copyrights, successfully argued that the defendants were gaining unfair advantage by using deceptively similar marks in the mehandi business.
L'Oreal S.A. v.Tarun Sankhla trading as M/s LEORA COSMETICS
L'Oreal S.A. filed a suit seeking permanent injunction against Tarun Sankhla (trading as M/s LEORA COSMETICS) for infringing its trademarks, passing off, and diluting its brand reputation in the cosmetics market. The court found that the defendant was using deceptively similar marks and tradenames, leading to the decreeing of the plaintiff's suit.
M/s Rockmed Pharma Pvt. Ltd. v.M/s Nukind Healthcare & Anr.
The suit was filed under Section 27 of the Trade Mark Act against M/s Nukind Healthcare and others, alleging that they were passing off pharmaceutical products under the identical trademark 'KETOGOLD'. The plaintiff established extensive use, goodwill, and reputation of the mark. The court decreed the suit in favor of the plaintiff.
Krbl Limited v.Manoj Sah
Krbl Limited filed a suit seeking permanent injunction and damages against Manoj Sah and others for infringement, disparagement, and dilution of its flagship trademark 'INDIA GATE', used for Basmati Rice. The court found that the defendants' actions amounted to infringement under Section 29(8) and 29(9) of the Trademark Act, 1999.
Under Armour, Inc v.Shri Jagmeet Singh
Under Armour filed a suit seeking permanent injunction against Shri Jagmeet Singh and others for infringement and passing off related to its trademarks 'UA' and 'UNDER ARMOUR'. The plaintiff argued that these marks are well-known globally and in India, leading to violation by the defendants. The court found in favor of Under Armour, granting a permanent injunction.
Levi Strauss & Company v.Mr. Surender Talwar
Levi Strauss & Company filed a suit against Mr. Surender Talwar for infringement of its trademarks ('Levi's', 'Two Horse Logo') and copyrights, alleging that the defendant was selling counterfeit goods bearing deceptively similar marks. The court found the defendant guilty of passing off and trademark infringement.
Levi Strauss & Company v.Suffee Garments
The plaintiff, Levi Strauss & Company, filed a suit alleging that the defendant was clandestinely stocking, distributing, and selling shirts and apparels bearing falsified trademarks ('Levi's', 'Two Horse logo') and deceptively similar designs (Arcuate Stitching) of the plaintiff. The court found the defendant guilty of infringement and passing off.
Murarilal Harish Chandra Jaiswal Pvt ltd. v.Shivashankar
The plaintiff, engaged in manufacturing tobacco products under the trademark HANSCHAAP, filed a suit alleging that the defendants were dishonestly adopting and using identical/deceptively similar trademarks (HANS and HANSVENBA) on their impugned goods. The court found the defendants guilty of infringement, passing off, dilution, and copyright violation.
Levi Strauss & Co. v.Hemant Khanna Trading as M/s V2 Fashion Store
Levi Strauss & Co. filed a suit alleging that the defendants were manufacturing and marketing goods using trademarks identical or deceptively similar to its registered marks, LEVI'S, including the Two Horse Logo. The court found infringement of the registered trademarks and passing off by the defendants.
Smt. Manju Pathak v.M/S Shree Agro Foods
The plaintiff, a scientist, holds Patent No. 23606 for a process of developing Blood Sugar Regulating Products from germinated soybean seeds. She sued M/S Shree Agro Foods alleging that their product, NAVAVITA SPROUTED SOYA FLOUR, infringed her patent. The court found the defendant liable and granted permanent injunction but declined damages due to lack of evidence.
Artsana India Private Limited v.Vishanji Viijpar Savla
The plaintiff, Artsana India Private Limited, a subsidiary of Artsana SPA (Italy), claimed ownership of the well-known trademark "CHICCO" used for child care goods. The plaintiff alleged that the defendant was fraudulently adopting and misusing this trademark to run his own business, causing dilution and loss. The court granted permanent injunction in favor of the plaintiff and awarded costs.
Morful Sheikh Trading as Azad Beedi Factory v.Rafeeq Beedi Factory
The plaintiff, Morful Sheikh Trading as Azad Beedi Factory, sued several defendants for infringing its proprietary trademarks, copyrights, and trade dresses related to its 'Bidis' business. The plaintiff claimed exclusive rights over marks like DEEWANA BIRI NO. 302, which was registered under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. The court found that the defendants were using deceptively similar marks (DEEBAN BIRI and numerical 305) in relation to the same goods.
Krbl Limited v.Ashok Kumar
Krbl Limited filed a suit seeking permanent injunction against defendants for infringing its registered trademark, 'INDIA GATE with device of INDIA GATE', which is used in the business of rice. The court found that Defendant No. 1 was fraudulently using the trademark through an impugned website and domain name, leading to unauthorized sales and collection of money.
Levi Straus & Company v.Sunil Yadav
The plaintiff, Levi Strauss & Company, filed a suit against Sunil Yadav for the clandestine manufacturing, storing, and selling of jeans and accessories bearing falsified trademarks identical or deceptively similar to 'Levi's', 'Two Horse logo', and 'Arcuate Stitching Design'. The court found that the defendant was blatantly infringing the registered trademarks and passed a decree in favor of the plaintiff.
Kurlon Enterprises Ltd. v.M/S Goel Foam Co.
The plaintiff, Kurlon Enterprises Ltd., filed a suit alleging that the defendant, M/S Goel Foam Co., was misguiding customers by displaying the plaintiff's glow sign board and selling products under its name without authorization. The court found that the plaintiff successfully proved through documentary evidence that the defendant was infringing upon their trade mark and business reputation.
M/s. L'Oreal S.A. v.M/s. J.R. Cosmetic Shop
The plaintiff, L'Oreal S.A., filed a suit alleging that the defendant, J.R. Cosmetic Shop, was manufacturing and selling goods using trademarks deceptively similar to its well-known brands like L'OREAL and MAYBELLINE in Hyderabad. The court found in favor of the plaintiff.
MC-monitoring SA v.Pro Tech Monitoring Pvt. Ltd.
The plaintiff, engaged in developing predictive health monitoring solutions for rotating machines, sued the defendant for illegal use, passing off, dilution, and copyright infringement of its name/mark MC-monitoring. The plaintiff argued that the mark had acquired international recognition and goodwill. The court ultimately decreed the suit, granting permanent injunctions and awarding nominal damages.
Krbl Limited v.Smerkato
Krbl Limited filed a suit seeking permanent injunction against Smerkato for infringing its well-known trademark 'INDIA GATE' with device, which is used in relation to rice. The plaintiff demonstrated extensive use, goodwill, and acquired rights in the mark. The court found that the defendants were infringing the plaintiff's rights and granted a decree of permanent injunction.
Sh. Amar Tulsiyan v.Harshil Jayeshbhai Shah
The plaintiff filed a suit seeking permanent injunction against the defendant for infringing his registered and adopted trademarks (NIINE, NINE, 9) used in food and personal hygiene products. The court found that the defendant's adoption and intended use of 'Nine Plus' was deceptively similar to the plaintiff's marks and constituted infringement.
M/S. Navneet Education Ltd. v.M/s. Balsam Publishing House Pvt. Ltd.
Navneet Education Ltd. filed a suit seeking permanent and mandatory injunction and damages against Balsam Publishing House Pvt. Ltd., alleging infringement of copyright in its educational materials, specifically 'GRAFALCO Pre-School Numbers (1 to 100)'. The court examined the similarities between the two books but ultimately found that the content lacked originality and was not a substantial copy.
Deepak Kumar Khemka v.Lakshmi Chand & Sons
The plaintiff, M/s Wizard Fragrances, sued the defendants alleging that they were infringing on the plaintiff's trademarks (SHUDH, SHUDH PLUS) by adopting and using 'SHUDH RATAN'. The plaintiff argued that this constituted passing off and dilution of goodwill. The court found in favor of the plaintiff.
Levi Strauss India Pvt. Ltd. v.Mr. Ravi Mehra
The plaintiff, Levi Strauss India Pvt. Ltd., filed a suit alleging infringement and passing off against the defendants for manufacturing and selling apparels bearing falsified trademarks identical or confusingly similar to 'Levi's'. The court found that the defendants were deliberately copying the plaintiff's marks with dishonest intent.
Levi Straus & Company v.Braint Denims
The plaintiff, Levi Straus & Company, filed a suit alleging infringement of its trademarks (including 'Levi's', 'Two Horse logo', and 'Arcuate Stitching Design') by the defendant, Braint Denims. The court found that while exact damages were difficult to calculate, it awarded punitive damages of ₹2,00,000/- against the two defendants due to their evasion of court proceedings.
L'OREAL v.Haridas Pa
The plaintiff, L'Oreal, filed a suit seeking permanent injunction against the defendants for infringing its trademarks ('L'OREAL', 'L'OREAL PROFESSIONNEL', 'L'OREAL PARIS') and passing off. The court found that the defendants were using deceptively similar marks (LOERA, LORA) in relation to beauty care products and services, leading to a decree in favor of the plaintiff.
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