Legal Slices: Domino's Trademark Victory Protects Global Brand Integrity
The Delhi High Court has issued an injunction against 15 pizzerias, preventing them from using trademarks similar to Domino’s, citing potential health risks from misleading consumers. The court ordered online platforms to remove these entities, supporting Domino’s claim to its established brand identity and trademark usage.
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The Delhi High Court has stepped in to protect the trademark of Domino's Pizza, barring 15 pizzerias from using names like 'Domnic's Pizza' and 'Dominic's Pizza'. The court highlighted the potential health risks if consumers were misled by these nearly identical names.
Justice Saurabh Banerjee ruled in favor of the international chain, citing that the infringing marks closely resembled those of Domino's. The injunction comes as part of a broader effort to safeguard the integrity of widely recognized trademarks, particularly in the food industry where consumer safety is a primary concern.
Additionally, the court has mandated online food services Zomato and Swiggy to delist the offending entities, reinforcing Domino's rightful use of its longstanding brand established since its inception in 1960. Until the next hearing, set for September 17, these platforms must comply with the removal orders.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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