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WHAT IS TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT?

Trademark infringement is like someone copying or imitating your brand’s name, logo, or symbol without your permission. It’s similar to someone using your unique signature to pretend to be you. When another person or company infringes on your trademark, it can cause confusion for customers and harm your business. Taking action against infringement involves stopping the unauthorized use of your brand and protecting your exclusive rights.

Example Of Trademark Infringement

TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT :

Trademark Infringement is defined under Section 29 of the Trademarks Act, 1999.

It is defined as an unauthorized use of a trademark by a person who is not the registered Proprietor of the trademark.

It is the violation of the exclusive rights attached to a registered trademark, without the permission of the registered owner.

Various Courts have held that trademark infringement cause confusion in the minds of the public.

The person infringing a trademark takes undue advantage of the hard-earned reputation and goodwill of the registered owner.

For trademark infringement what needs to be proved is that infringing trademark is deceptively similar or identical to the registered trademark.

REMEDIES FOR TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT:

A registered trademark can take civil and criminal action for trademark infringement.

As the trademark infringement matter is a cognizable offense, a police complaint can be filed and the infringer can be prosecuted directly.

A civil suit can be filed in an appropriate court having jurisdiction which can grant the following remedies:

Injunction against the use of the impugned mark.
Awarding damages.
Appointment of a local commissioner by the respective court for custody or sealing of infringing material and accounts.
Handing over accounts and profits.
An application under Order 39 rules 1 & 2 of CPC for grant of temporary or ad interim ex-parte injunction. Interim orders are generally ex-parte or after notice.

Note: It is important to consult with an experienced trademark lawyer/attorney if you are facing trademark infringement. to provide you with the best possible guidance.