Intellectual Property Dispute

1. Proof of Ownership of the IP

To assert your rights, you must submit valid documentation that proves you are the rightful owner of the IP. Ownership certificates vary depending on the nature of the IP asset.

Checklist

• Trademark Registration Certificate ( Form TM-R ) or Application Receipt (Form TM-A)
• Patent Registration Certificate
• Copyright Registration Certificate issued by the Copyright Office
• Design Registration Certificate

2. Evidence of Use

Evidence showing that you have been using the IP in commerce or business strengthens your claim. This helps demonstrate that the IP has acquired market recognition and has been actively associated with your goods or services.

Checklist

• Invoices , GST returns, sales receipts
• Marketing materials like brochures, ads
• Screenshots of websites or social media promotions
• Domain registration proof
• Client communications/testimonials
• Product photographs, packaging, or labeling

3. Proof of Infringement

It’s crucial to provide tangible or digital evidence showing how your IP rights have been violated by another party. This evidence can be physical or online-based.

Checklist

• Samples or photographs of the infringing product/material
• Screenshots or photographs showing the act of infringement
• URLs or links to infringing content/platforms
• Investigation report from IP detectives or private investigators (if any)

4. Legal Documents

These documents provide legal backing to your claims. If you have already initiated steps like sending a Cease and Desist Notice, such actions and their outcomes need to be documented.

Checklist

• Copy of Cease and Desist Notice (if sent)
• Communication or response from the alleged infringer
• Power of Attorney (if filing through a lawyer or agent)
• Affidavits or declarations from the IP owner or witnesses

5. Business & Identity Proof

Legal and identity documents verify your legitimacy as an individual or business entity. These also help courts or legal forums identify the party filing the complaint.

Checklist

• PAN Card, Aadhaar, or Passport of the IP owner (if individual)
• Certificate of Incorporation or Registration (if company/firm)
• GST Registration Certificate (if applicable)

6. Prior Case Documents (If Any)

If there have been previous legal actions, orders, or pending proceedings related to the same IP or parties, these documents help the authority understand the case history.

Checklist

• Copies of judgments, orders, or rulings from earlier disputes
• Pending opposition/ rectification applications (e.g., TM Rectification)
• Notices or communication from the IP Office or Court

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