IP Cases — 1964
3 decisions across all jurisdictions
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V. Manioka Thevar v.Star Plough Works, Melur
The petitioner filed suit alleging infringement of his patent for a specific pattern of plough. The defendant contested the claim, arguing that the pattern was not original but based on prior public knowledge and invention by the defendant. The High Court dismissed the appeals, finding that the plaintiff failed to establish a strong prima facie case due to serious doubts regarding the patent's validity and its recent nature.
Singer Manufacturing Co. v.The Registrar Of Trade Marks And Anr.
The Calcutta High Court dismissed Singer Manufacturing Co.'s appeal against the limitation placed on the trademark 'Sagar'. The court upheld the initial ruling that due to 'Sagar' being a proper name (surname), its registration was limited to specific goods ('sewing machines sold complete') unless distinctiveness could be proven. The judgment emphasized strict adherence to procedural fairness, noting that appeals cannot raise issues not previously argued before the lower authority.
The United Concern v.The Daily Calendar Supplying Bureau, Sivakasi
The plaintiff, United Concern, alleged that the respondent, Daily Calendar Supplying Bureau, copied their copyrighted oil painting of Lord Subramania. The trial court found infringement and granted injunction and damages. The respondent appealed, arguing lack of originality and infringement. The High Court upheld the finding of substantial reproduction and dismissed the appeal.
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