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Bench:R.D.Kothari

3 IP cases indexed. Covers patent matters.

Cases Presided Over

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patent mixed · Apr 26, 2016

Nirali Shail Patel & 1 v.M/S Ellorapark Hospitals Pvt Ltd

Gujarat High Court · C/CRA/485/2015

This Gujarat High Court order addresses a Civil Revision Application challenging the validity of a trademark suit. The applicants argued that since the plaintiff's trademark was unregistered at the time of filing, there was no cause of action under Section 27 of the Trademark Act. Citing Supreme Court precedent (K. Narayanan & Anr.), the court determined that this issue required further consideration and scheduled a hearing.

patent mixed · Dec 23, 2015

Cadila Healthcare Limited v.Micro Labs Limited

Gujarat High Court · C/AO/377/2015

The Gujarat High Court addressed an appeal concerning a suit filed under Section 142 of the Trademark Act. While addressing procedural matters, the court granted ad-interim relief in favor of the appellant (Cadila Healthcare Limited). This interim order mandates that the respondent (Micro Labs Limited) must provide at least one week's prior written notice before initiating any legal proceedings related to the dispute against the appellant.

patent mixed · Nov 24, 2015

Laxmi Snacks Pvt Ltd v.Akshar Food Products

Gujarat High Court · C/AO/206/2015

Laxmi Snacks Pvt Ltd challenged Akshar Food Products for allegedly copying its distinctive packaging design, getup, and style used for ready-to-eat Namkeen products like Ratlami Sev. The appellant claimed their unique visual identity, including color scheme and mascot, was infringed upon by the respondent's similar product presentation. While the court acknowledged the claims of infringement based on trade dress, it ultimately dismissed the appeals, directing the respondent to provide sales records for further scrutiny.

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