The Bombay High Court disposed of singer Sonu Nigam’s intellectual property suit after a settlement over the use of his name on social media. The singer had sought protection of his personality rights, alleging possible public confusion. Sonu Nigam Singh agreed not to use the singer’s name, image or likeness online, with the terms accepted by the court.
Mumbai: A legal dispute over the use of a shared name on social media has been resolved after a namesake of singer Sonu Nigam agreed not to use the singer’s identity or likeness online. The Bombay High Court disposed of a commercial intellectual property suit after the parties reached a settlement.
Justice Madhav Jamdar Records Settlement Between Parties
Justice Madhav Jamdar, on August 13, recorded the settlement after lawyers for both sides informed the court that the matter had been amicably resolved. The parties submitted consent terms, which were accepted by the court as undertakings.
Petition Raised Concerns Over Public Confusion
