Kaplan Takes Legal Action Against Counterfeiters

DELHI, India--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kaplan has filed a lawsuit in the Delhi High Court against several entities involved in the distribution of counterfeit “Kaplan Schweser” books and study materials, taking decisive legal action to protect the company’s intellectual property and stop the sale of counterfeit educational materials in India. The lawsuit marks a significant step in Kaplan’s ongoing efforts to safeguard its trademarks and copyrights.

On September 13, 2023, the Hon’ble Delhi High Court issued an interim order prohibiting the unauthorized sale and misuse of Kaplan’s trademark and copyrighted materials. The Court also appointed local commissioners, who conducted successful raids at seven premises associated with the defendants. These actions led to the seizure of a substantial amount of counterfeit 'Kaplan Schweser' books and study materials, underscoring the severity of the infringement.

“Kaplan remains committed to ensuring that students and professionals have access to only authentic, high-quality educational resources,” said Ashley Pomonis, Executive Director, Legal, Intellectual Property & Corporate Governance, Kaplan. “We are actively pursuing a summary judgment against several defendants to resolve the issue swiftly and protect the integrity of the educational offerings. This decisive action sends a clear message that Kaplan is fully prepared to vigorously defend its intellectual property and will not hesitate to take legal action against those who infringe on its trademarks or unlawfully use or reproduce its copyrighted materials.”

The matter is still pending before the Court.

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Kaplan, Inc. is a global educational services company that helps individuals and institutions advance their goals in an ever-changing world. Our broad portfolio of solutions help students and professionals further their education and careers, universities and educational institutions attract and support students, and businesses maximize employee recruitment, retainment, and development. Stanley Kaplan founded our company in 1938 with a mission to expand educational opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Today, our thousands of employees working in 27 countries continue Stanley’s mission as they serve about 1.2 million students and professionals, 15,000 corporate clients, and 3,300 schools, school districts, colleges, and universities worldwide. Kaplan is a subsidiary of the Graham Holdings Company (NYSE: GHC). Learn more at kaplan.com.