INTRODUCTION The rapid evolution of digital tools has transformed the landscape of industrial and creative design, influencing not only how designs are conceived and developed but also how they are protected under intellectual property (IP) law. From digital sketching...
INTRODUCTION In the realm of intellectual property, design registration serves not only as a legal right but also as crucial evidence in disputes, enforcement actions, and ownership claims. A registered design officially records the ownership, originality, and date of...
INTRODUCTION Design piracy—the unauthorized copying or imitation of a registered industrial design—is a significant threat to creativity, innovation, and commercial competitiveness. In India, the Designs Act, 2000 provides clear legal remedies for the rightful owner...
INTRODUCTION The territorial scope of intellectual property rights, including design protection, refers to the geographical extent within which those rights are legally enforceable. In India, industrial design rights are governed by the Designs Act, 2000 and...
INTRODUCTION In the field of industrial design, every visual element contributes to the overall appearance and identity of a product. One such crucial aspect is the use of transitional features—components that may not always stand out at first glance but significantly...
INTRODUCTION In today’s competitive and fast-paced marketplace, securing multiple design rights is a strategic necessity for creators, innovators, and businesses. Design rights legally protect the visual appearance of a product—such as its shape, pattern,...
INTRODUCTION The concept of the public domain plays a vital role in design law, as it defines the boundary between what can be legally protected and what is freely available for use by anyone. In the realm of intellectual property, particularly in design law, the...
INTRODUCTION Design and product innovation are two dynamic forces that, when effectively linked, drive business growth, user satisfaction, and market leadership. Design is not merely about aesthetics—it encapsulates function, form, usability, and user experience....
INTRODUCTION Record maintenance is a critical administrative and legal function across all sectors—be it corporate, governmental, healthcare, or educational. It involves the systematic collection, storage, protection, and eventual disposal or archiving of documents...
INTRODUCTION Design audits are a critical component of maintaining consistency, functionality, and alignment in product, brand, or system design. They serve as a formalized process for reviewing and evaluating the effectiveness, usability, and aesthetic coherence of...