Case Law
Subject : Intellectual Property Law - Trademark Infringement
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New Delhi, March 11, 2025
– The Delhi High Court has delivered a significant judgment in favor of
Investigations revealed a sophisticated international network orchestrated by the defendants, involving the manufacture of counterfeit surgical devices in countries like Turkey and China, repackaging in India with falsified labels, and distribution across at least nine countries. Evidence presented included seized documents, electronic data, and Local Commissioner reports detailing the extent of the illicit operation.
Represented by Ms.
Despite initially filing a written statement with bare denials and vague assertions, the defendants ceased to appear before the court proceedings after initial stages. They failed to offer any plausible defense or explanation for the overwhelming evidence against them. The court noted their consistent evasion and non-cooperation, even leading to the issuance of non-bailable warrants and directives to multiple government agencies to locate them.
Justice Bansal meticulously analyzed the evidence, including Local Commissioner reports, seized documents, and electronic data, which were deemed admissible as evidence due to the defendants' initial consent and lack of challenge.
The court emphasized the principle that damages in cases of deliberate trademark infringement should be stringent, citing Koninlijke Philips N.V. & Anr. v. Amazestore & Ors and Cartier International A.G. v. Gaurav Bhatia . Regarding exemplary damages, the judgment referenced Rookes v. Barnard , Cassell & Co Ltd v Broome , and Hindustan Unilever Limited v. Reckitt Benckiser India Limited , underscoring that exemplary damages serve to punish egregious misconduct and deter future offenses, especially where public health is endangered. Principles for awarding costs were drawn from Uflex Limited v. Government of Tamil Nadu and Ors .
The court highlighted the severe implications of the defendants' actions, stating:
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Regarding the deliberate nature of the infringement and the need for substantial damages, the court observed:
> “ In my view, the counterfeit medical products sold by the defendants pose a significant threat to public health… The defendants’ deliberate and fraudulent acts have also caused irreparable harm to the plaintiff’s goodwill and market reputation. ”
The Delhi High Court decreed in favor of
This judgment serves as a strong deterrent against the counterfeiting of medical devices in India, underscoring the judiciary's commitment to protecting public health and upholding intellectual property rights. The hefty damages awarded reflect the severity with which the court views such offenses, particularly when they directly endanger patient safety. ```
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