Medical Negligence: Patient care, professional competence and standards in healthcare
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0yvfiHPaG4 In this series of DEFENZ: The case of Vinod Jain v. Santokba Durlabhji Memorial Hospital and Anr. (AIR 2019 SUPREME COURT 1143) illustrates the intricacies of medical negligence in addressing issues of patient care, professional competence, and the standards expected from medical practitioners. Done By: SEETHALA B, LAWYER
Supreme Court guidelines on decriminalising Indian politics
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D52XIXA1IKI In the series of DEFENZ: The case of Rambabu Singh Thakur vs. Sunil Arora [Contempt Petition (C) No. 2192 of 2018 in W.P. (C) No. 536 of 2011] brought a matter before the Supreme Court, seeking to address the issue of criminalisation in Indian politics. Done by: P. ARUN SUGAVANESHVAR, LAWYER
The powers of investigating agencies after the charges have been framed
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDhw06TuJz4 In the series of DEFENZ: The case of Desaraju Venugopal (W.P.(CRL) 833/2021), the Delhi High Court clarified the authority of investigating agencies after charges are framed. The court emphasised on their unrestricted powers to conduct ‘further’ probes without specific time constraints. The trial was directed to proceed with any new evidence, requiring additional investigation to be presented to the court for consideration. Done by: P. ARUN SUGAVANESHVAR, LAWYER
Live-In Partner Can Seek Maintenance Under the Provisions Of Domestic Violence Act, 2005
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPGV5zXn7vs In the series of DEFENZ, the case of Lalita Toppo vs. The State of Jharkhand [Criminal Appeal No. 1656/2015] is discussed as the court delivered a significant judgement recognising the rights of live-in partners to seek maintenance under the provisions of the Domestic Violence Act, 2005. Done by: SARFARAS FEROZ, LAWYER
Whether an FIR can be quashed for the offence under Section 376 of the IPC, 1860
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_ig9uixz54 In this series of DEFENZ – The complexities of legal cases often reveal the profound impact on individual rights and societal interests. Criminal proceedings, especially those involving serious allegations, require a careful balance between justice and the prevention of abuse of legal processes. The case of Akhtar v. Govt of NCT Delhi and another (AIRONLINE 2021 DEL 101) illustrates the intricacies of criminal law in addressing issues of identity concealment, fraud, and societal harm. Done By: NITHYAPARVATHY R G , LAWYER
Challenges to the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0PKL7-_c50 In the series of DEFENZ: The Supreme Court, in the case of Vijay Madanlal Choudhary vs. Union of India [SPECIAL LEAVE PETITION (CRIMINAL) NO. 4634 OF 2014] , affirmed the amendments to the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) 2002. The ruling also affirmed the Enforcement Directorate’s authority to make arrests in cases related to money laundering. Done by: SEETHALA BASKAR, LAWYER
Chaayos & Chaiops : Infringement of registered trademark
https://youtu.be/Di57Tfh9fSM In this series of DEFENZ -The legal battles over trademark infringement underscore the critical role of intellectual property in business strategy. Effective trademark protection is crucial for maintaining consumer trust and market leadership. The case of Chaayos v. ChaiOps highlights the importance of safeguarding brand identity against confusingly similar marks. Done by: SOWMIYA R K, LAWYER
Deceptively Similar Packaging And Trademark Infringement – Oreo Vs Fab!o
https://youtu.be/rdpVLwpTUzA In the series of DEFENZ- Deceptive similar package of Parle’s Fab!o resembling the well-known Oreo pack indicates an intention to mislead consumers into believing a connection between the two products is discussed. The court ruled that because there isn’t another biscuit with a similar name, a customer is likely to mix up the two goods. Parle is not permitted to use the trademarks “FABIO” or “FAB!O” for any of its products. The case of Intercontinental Great Brands V. Parle Products Private Limited (CITATION- 2023 SCC ONLINE DEL 728)has been elaborated. Done by: SOWMIYA R K, LAWYER