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Notes on the latest trademark, copyright, and Amazon enforcement matters — and practical guidance for the brands and sellers we represent.
TrademarksJuly 13, 2026
Kia Schedule A Lawsuit Highlights the Evolving Landscape of Online Brand Protection
The Kia Schedule A lawsuit shows how brands use coordinated enforcement to combat online counterfeiting and protect their trademarks.
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Intellectual PropertyJuly 8, 2026
Intellectual Property Lawyer: Protecting Your Brand, Business, and Creative Work
Work with an intellectual property lawyer to protect your brand, creative work, business assets, and rights against infringement.
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TrademarksJuly 7, 2026
Louis Vuitton v. Molly Tea: Where Should Trademark Law Draw the Line?
Louis Vuitton v. Molly Tea raises an important question: where should trademark law draw the line between brand protection and cultural design?
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TrademarksJuly 6, 2026
Disney Stitch TRO Targets Counterfeit Online Sellers
The Disney Stitch TRO targets alleged counterfeit sellers online. Learn what this Schedule A lawsuit means for Amazon and eCommerce sellers.
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TrademarksJuly 2, 2026
Trademark Cancellation Petition | TTAB Guide (2026)
Trademark Cancellation Petition | TTAB Guide (2026) A trademark cancellation petition allows a party to challenge an existing federal trademark registration before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB). Unlike a trademark opposition, which occurs before a mark registers, a cancellation petition takes place after the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issues a […]
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CopyrightJune 30, 2026
Upcycled Trademark Infringement: What Businesses Should Know
Upcycled Trademark Infringement: What Businesses Should Know Sustainability has encouraged many businesses to find creative ways to repurpose existing products into something new. While upcycling can reduce waste and create unique products, it also creates trademark risks. A recent decision involving Chanel reminds businesses that upcycled trademark infringement follows different legal principles than copyright law.
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AmazonJune 29, 2026
Stanley Black & Decker TRO Targets Online Sellers
Stanley Black & Decker TRO: What Online Sellers Need to Know Online sellers continue to face more intellectual property enforcement actions. The latest Stanley Black & Decker TRO reminds sellers that major brands actively monitor online marketplaces. If your Amazon, Walmart, Temu, eBay, or SHEIN store has been named in one of these lawsuits, understanding
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BusinessJune 25, 2026
Minimum Advertised Price Policy Guide (2026)
Minimum Advertised Price Policy: A Complete Guide for Brands in 2026 A Minimum Advertised Price Policy can be an important tool for manufacturers navigating today’s competitive e-commerce marketplace. Whether your products are sold through Amazon, Walmart Marketplace, Shopify, or a network of authorized retailers, pricing can quickly become a race to the bottom. One seller
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TrademarksJune 23, 2026
Knicks Championship Trademark Filings: What Business Owners Can Learn
Knicks Championship Merchandise and Trademark Protection: Why the Team Filed New Trademark Applications The confetti has settled. The celebrations are still going strong. And after capturing their first NBA championship in decades, the New York Knicks are already taking steps to protect one of their most valuable assets, their intellectual property. Shortly after winning the
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TrademarksJune 22, 2026
How the Capcom Schedule A Lawsuit Affects Online Sellers
New Capcom Intellectual Property Lawsuit Targets Online Sellers The Capcom intellectual property lawsuit is one of the newest intellectual property enforcement actions filed against online marketplace sellers in 2026. On June 16, 2026, Capcom Co., Ltd. filed a lawsuit in the Northern District of Illinois against numerous online storefronts accused of selling products that allegedly
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AmazonJune 18, 2026
Amazon Seller Arbitration: When Amazon Appeals Are No Longer Enough
Amazon Seller Arbitration: What Sellers Should Know in 2026 Amazon seller arbitration is an important topic for many sellers. Account suspensions, withheld funds, and inventory disputes can disrupt an entire business. While many disputes can be resolved through Amazon’s internal appeal process, some situations reach a point where additional escalation may be necessary. For sellers
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TrademarksJune 16, 2026
Can Insurance Cover a Schedule A Lawsuit? What Amazon Sellers Should Know
Can Insurance Cover a Schedule A Lawsuit? What Amazon Sellers Should Know Many online sellers assume that defending a Schedule A lawsuit means paying legal costs entirely out of pocket. However, Schedule A lawsuit insurance coverage may deserve a closer look than many sellers realize. While most Schedule A cases involve trademark allegations, some complaints
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CopyrightJune 15, 2026
How the Duke Schedule A Lawsuit Affects Online Sellers
How the Duke Schedule A Lawsuit Affects Online Sellers On June 11, 2026, Duke University filed a Schedule A trademark lawsuit, Complaint No. 1:26-cv-06815, against online sellers accused of unauthorized trademark use. The Duke Schedule A Lawsuit claims sellers used Duke trademarks on online listings and products without permission. The lawsuit involves online marketplaces, including
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TrademarksJune 9, 2026
Fender Stratocaster Lawsuit: What Fender's Enforcement Strategy Means for Guitar Makers
The Fender Stratocaster lawsuit raises questions about copyright, guitar design, and balancing IP rights with community trust.
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TrademarksJune 8, 2026
Fendi TRO Lawsuit Filed Against Online Sellers
The Fendi TRO lawsuit targets online sellers in a Schedule A trademark case involving alleged counterfeit products.
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Intellectual PropertyJune 4, 2026
Patagonia Pattie Gonia Trademark Lawsuit: Why the Dispute Matters
Understanding the Patagonia Pattie Gonia trademark lawsuit and the legal tension between advocacy and trademarks
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Real EstateJune 3, 2026
Mechanics Liens in New York: What Contractors Should Know
Learn how mechanics' liens in New York work, who can file, deadlines, what property owners should know and what mechanic liens are.
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TrademarksJune 1, 2026
Dude Perfect TRO Lawsuit Filed Against Online Sellers
The Dude Perfect TRO lawsuit targets online sellers. Learn what the claims may mean for e-commerce businesses.
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BusinessMay 27, 2026
When Does a Small Business Need Legal Help?
Does your small business need Legal assistance? Learn when small businesses need legal help and how early guidance can reduce risk.
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Deckers TRO Lawsuit Filed Against Online Sellers
Learn what the Deckers TRO lawsuit means for online sellers accused of trademark infringement involving UGG, HOKA, and Teva.
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BusinessMay 20, 2026
Business Law Commercial Law: Key Differences for Business Owners
Understand the key differences in business law vs commercial law and how they impact your business operations.
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TrademarksMay 18, 2026
Casetify TRO Lawsuit Targets Online Sellers
Learn about the Casetify TRO lawsuit and what online sellers should know about counterfeit phone case claims.
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Wills, Trusts, and EstatesMay 12, 2026
Inheriting Property Without a Will in New York
Learn how inheriting property without a will in New York can affect heirs, probate, and real estate transfers for families.
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Intellectual PropertyMay 11, 2026
Glitch Productions Schedule A Lawsuit Targets Online Sellers
Glitch Productions filed a Schedule A lawsuit against online sellers alleging trademark and copyright infringement tied to The Amazing Digital Circus merchandise.
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TrademarksMay 6, 2026
Trademark Opposition Proceedings Explained
Learn how trademark opposition proceedings work, common grounds for opposition, and what businesses should know before challenging a trademark application.
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Federal LawsuitMay 4, 2026
Lululemon Schedule A Lawsuit Targets Online Sellers
Lululemon Schedule A lawsuit filed in NDI (1:26-cv-04901) targets online sellers. Learn how the TRO may affect eCommerce accounts.
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Real EstateApril 30, 2026
Real Estate Attorney vs Realtor in New York
Understand realtor vs. a real estate attorney in New York, including roles, legal differences, and when you need each.
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TrademarksApril 28, 2026
Taylor Swift Voice Trademark and AI Deepfakes
Taylor Swift files trademarks for her voice and likeness to combat AI deepfakes. Learn how trademark law is evolving in the AI era.
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TrademarksApril 27, 2026
Beauty Blender Trademark Lawsuit Targets Online Sellers
The Beauty Blender trademark lawsuit targets online sellers, highlighting rising enforcement against counterfeit cosmetic products.
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AmazonApril 21, 2026
Amazon Request Payment Button: What Sellers Need to Know About DD+7
Amazon’s Request Payment button is expanding with DD+7 payouts. Learn how DD+7 affects seller cash flow and when funds become available.
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TrademarksApril 20, 2026
Mattel Schedule A Lawsuit Filed Against Online Sellers
The Mattel Schedule A lawsuit filed on April 14, 2026, targets online sellers and highlights growing trademark enforcement risks.
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TrademarksApril 16, 2026
Bronny James Trademark Denial: Why USPTO Rejected B9
Bronny James trademark denial reveals why the USPTO rejected Nike’s B9 logo filing and what entrepreneurs can learn from the refusal.
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Federal LawsuitApril 13, 2026
Milwaukee Trademark Lawsuit Targets Online Sellers
Milwaukee trademark lawsuit filed in SDNY targets online sellers as Milwaukee Electric Tool ramps up marketplace enforcement efforts.
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AmazonApril 9, 2026
Amazon Fuel Surcharge 2026: What Sellers Should Know
Amazon fuel surcharge 2026 raises FBA costs. Learn how it impacts pricing, margins, and seller decision-making.
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TrademarksApril 6, 2026
Toho TRO Lawsuit Targets Online Sellers
The Toho TRO lawsuit targets online sellers in New York. Learn how this case impacts listings, accounts, and funds.
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TrademarksMarch 31, 2026
Taylor Swift Trademark Case: Reverse Confusion Explained
Taylor Swift faces a trademark lawsuit over “Showgirl.” Learn how reverse confusion works and what it means for brand owners.
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Federal LawsuitMarch 27, 2026
New York Takes on Loot Boxes: Are They Illegal Gambling?
New York is challenging loot boxes as illegal gambling. Here’s what the Valve lawsuit means for game developers and virtual economies.
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TrademarksMarch 19, 2026
Katy Perry Trademark Dispute Breakdown
Katy Perry lost a trademark dispute in Australia. See how prior use and registration outweighed global fame.
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TrademarksMarch 17, 2026
Tendernism Trademark: A Lesson in Brand Protection
The Tendernism trademark story highlights why creators should protect brands people associate with them.
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TrademarksMarch 6, 2026
1587 Prime Trademark Lawsuit: Emergency Shutdown Request Denied
A federal judge denied a TRO in the 1587 Prime trademark lawsuit involving Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. Here’s what the decision means.
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Federal LawsuitMarch 2, 2026
NBCUniversal Schedule A Lawsuit: Trademark Action Targets Online Sellers
NBCUniversal filed a Schedule A trademark lawsuit and TRO targeting online sellers. Understand the enforcement impact.
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Wills, Trusts, and EstatesFebruary 26, 2026
Planning for Incapacity in New York: What Happens If You Can’t Make Decisions?
Planning for incapacity in New York protects your finances, health decisions, and family from court involvement.
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 23, 2026
Maui and Sons Schedule A lawsuit
Maui and Sons filed Schedule A lawsuit 1:26-cv-01866 against online sellers.
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 9, 2026
Black and Decker Schedule A Lawsuit Puts Online Seller Funds at Risk
Black and Decker filed a Schedule A lawsuit on February 6 2026, targeting online sellers and placing accounts and funds at risk.
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Wills, Trusts, and EstatesFebruary 5, 2026
Trusts in Estate Planning: How They Work and When They Help
Learn how trusts work in estate planning, including revocable and irrevocable trusts, and when each may make sense.
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 2, 2026
Levi Strauss Schedule A Lawsuit: What Online Sellers Should Know
Levi Strauss filed a Schedule A trademark lawsuit on January 23, 2026. Learn how this filing may impact third-party marketplace sellers and what it signals for online brand enforcement.
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Wills, Trusts, and EstatesJanuary 29, 2026
Estate Planning Basics: Wills, Trusts, and Probate
Learn what estate planning is, how wills and trusts work, and why planning ahead can help protect your assets and family.
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 28, 2026
ALO TRO Lawsuit Targets Alleged Infringing Activewear Listings
A federal TRO involving ALO-related activewear listings highlights rising IP enforcement risks for sellers.
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 22, 2026
Capcom Schedule A Lawsuit: TRO Filed Against Online Sellers
Capcom filed a Schedule A trademark lawsuit seeking a TRO against online sellers in federal court.
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BusinessJanuary 15, 2026
What License Do You Need to Open a Medical Spa in New York?
Learn what license you need to open a medical spa in New York and how regulators enforce med spa compliance requirements.
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TrademarksJanuary 7, 2026
Las Vegas Athletics Trademark Refusal Explained
The Las Vegas Athletics trademark refusal highlights how geographic naming rules and timing issues can limit enforcement during a high-profile team relocation.
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AmazonDecember 30, 2025
Amazon Seller Account Suspension: How Seller Challenge Works for AHA Sellers
Amazon’s Seller Challenge gives AHA sellers a new way to address amazon seller account suspensions and enforcement reviews.
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CopyrightDecember 16, 2025
AI Copyright Infringement Risks for Businesses
Disney’s letter to Google highlights growing AI copyright infringement risks for businesses using AI-generated images and content.
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AmazonNovember 26, 2025
Turtle Beach Amazon Enforcement: What Sellers Need to Know
Turtle Beach Amazon enforcement is creating confusion for sellers. Learn why listings are flagged and how to protect your account.
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Federal LawsuitNovember 21, 2025
Schedule A Lawsuits: What Online Sellers Need to Know
Learn how Schedule A lawsuits impact online sellers, why Amazon accounts get frozen, and what steps you can take to protect your business.
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AmazonNovember 14, 2025
Amazon FBA Reimbursement Process Explained
Learn how Amazon sellers can recover funds through FBA reimbursement claims and refund processes. Legal guidance from Stockman & Poropat
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Federal LawsuitNovember 10, 2025
Roku Sues Online Sellers Over Alleged Trademark Infringement
Roku files a Schedule A trademark lawsuit in Illinois against online sellers accused of selling counterfeit Roku products on major platforms.
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ContractsNovember 3, 2025
Contract Disputes Explained | Protect Your Business
Learn how contract disputes arise, what counts as a breach of contract, and how clear agreements help protect your business.
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TrademarksOctober 28, 2025
Trademark Classes: Understanding the Categories of Trademarks
Understand trademark classes and categories — from U.S. to international — to file and protect your brand effectively.
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 16, 2025
Sold Audi Products Online? Volkswagen Group of America Sues E-Commerce Sellers For Infringement
VW Sues Online Sellers Claiming Unauthorized Sale of Audi Products - Plaintiff Sues E-Commerce Operators For Trademark Infringement
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 14, 2025
Hallmark Sues For Infringement Due to Sale of Counterfeit Jesus and Rainbow Brite Dolls
Hallmark Counterfeit Lawsuit Over Unauthorized Sales - Plaintiff Sues Defendants For Selling Infringing Products Online
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 13, 2025
Vogue Counterfeit Lawsuit, Sellers Allegedly Offered Unauthorized Goods, Causing Damage Due to Unlawful Actions
Vogue Sues Sellers Over Counterfeit Sales Allegations - E-Commerce Operators Accused of Forming Network to Sell Unauthorized Products
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 7, 2025
Mattel Alleges E-Commerce Operators Sold Unauthorized Barbie Products, Sues For Trademark Infringement
Mattel Sues Over Unauthorized Sale of Barbie Products - Toy Giant Files Trademark Infringement Action in Federal Court
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 4, 2025
Universal Sues Sellers Over Sale of Unauthorized Jaws, Despicable Me, E.T., and The Fast & Furious Branded Products
Universal Sues Over Sale of Movie Franchise Branded Goods - Plaintiff Targets E-Commerce Sellers Over Alleged Counterfeit Sales
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 3, 2025
NBA Alleges Counterfeit Sales Hurt Revenue, Reputation in New Infringement Lawsuit
NBA Trademark Lawsuit Over Counterfeit Sales - Sports Franchise Sues Online Sellers For Offering Unauthorized Goods
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Federal LawsuitAugust 31, 2025
Hyundai Claims Trademark Infringement, Sues Sellers For Counterfeiting
Hyundai Trademark Infringement Action - E-Commerce Operators Sued Over Alleged Sale of Counterfeit Goods Across Marketplaces
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Federal LawsuitAugust 29, 2025
Liverpool Football Club Alleges Counterfeiting and Trademark Infringement in Lawsuit
Liverpool Football Club Infringement Action - LFC Sues Defendants in Collective Trademark Action to Combat Counterfeiting
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Federal LawsuitAugust 28, 2025
Toyota Motor Sales Counterfeit Lawsuit | Online Sellers Sued Over Trademark Infringement
Toyota Trademark Infringement Action - Company Targets E-Commerce Sellers in Lawsuit Over Alleged Sale of Counterfeit Goods
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Federal LawsuitAugust 23, 2025
Dior Sues, Claims Online Sellers Engaged in Collective Counterfeiting
Dior Sues Online Sellers Over Counterfeit Claims - Brand Alleges Collective Infringement Action Resulted in Revenue Loss
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Federal LawsuitAugust 17, 2025
COSRX Trademark Infringement Lawsuit, Sellers Targeted
COSRX Trademark Infringement Lawsuit - E-Commerce Sellers Allegedly Sold Counterfeit Products Online to Consumers
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Federal LawsuitAugust 7, 2025
Harley-Davidson Targets Online Sellers in New Lawsuit
Harley-Davidson Targets Sellers in Trademark Lawsuit - Motorcycle Brand Sues E-Commerce Operators Over Counterfeiting
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Federal LawsuitJuly 16, 2025
Swarovski Trademark Infringement Action | E-Commerce Operators Sued Over Counterfeit Allegations
Swarovski Trademark Infringement Action - Jewelry Brand Sues Online Sellers Over Allegations of Counterfeit
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Federal LawsuitJuly 13, 2025
Shrek Counterfeit Lawsuit | DreamWorks Alleges Trademark Infringement
Shrek Trademark Infringement Lawsuit - E-Commerce Operators Accused of Selling Counterfeit Shrek Goods to Consumers
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Federal LawsuitJuly 10, 2025
FCA Trademark Action | Online Sellers Accused of Selling Counterfeit Products
FCA Trademark Infringement and Counterfeit Action - Defendants Collectively Sued For Alleged Sale of Unauthorized Goods
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Federal LawsuitJuly 5, 2025
The New Yorker Sues Online Sellers For Trademark Infringement
The New Yorker Trademark Infringement Lawsuit - E-Commerce Sellers Accused of Selling Unauthorized/Counterfeit Goods to Consumers Online
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Federal LawsuitJuly 3, 2025
NBA Trademark Action | E-Commerce Sellers Sued For Counterfeiting
NBA Trademark Infringement Action - E-Commerce Sellers Accused of Forming Counterfeit Network to Sell Infringing Products
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Federal LawsuitJune 28, 2025
Supreme Counterfeit and Trademark Infringement Action
Supreme Counterfeit and Trademark Infringement Action - E-Commerce Sellers Sued Over Allegations of Counterfeit Online Sales
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Federal LawsuitJune 26, 2025
General Motors Counterfeit and Trademark Infringement Action
General Motors Counterfeit and Trademark Infringement - E-Commerce Sellers Facing Allegations of Counterfeit Sales
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Federal LawsuitJune 22, 2025
Universal City Studios Intellectual Property Infringement Action
Universal City Studios Intellectual Property Infringement Action - Sellers Sued For Allegedly Selling Counterfeit Goods Online
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Federal LawsuitJune 20, 2025
DreamWorks Trademark and Copyright Lawsuit | Online Sellers Sued For Infringement
DreamWorks Trademark and Copyright Lawsuit - E-Commerce Sellers Targeted in Intellectual Property Infringement Action
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Federal LawsuitJune 18, 2025
BBC Studios Lawsuit Over the Sale of Bluey Goods
BBC Studios Lawsuit Over the Sale of Bluey Goods - E-Commerce Operators Accused of Selling Counterfeit Products
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Federal LawsuitJune 14, 2025
NBA Targets E-Commerce Sellers in New Trademark Lawsuit
NBA Targets E-Commerce Sellers in New Trademark Lawsuit - Online Sellers Sued Over Allegations of Counterfeit Sales
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Federal LawsuitJune 12, 2025
Volkswagen Sues Sellers Over Counterfeit Audi Products
Volkswagen Sues Sellers Over Counterfeit Audi Products - E-Commerce Operators Accused of Selling Unauthorized Goods Through Unlawful Network
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Federal LawsuitJune 7, 2025
Converse Trademark Lawsuit, Online Sellers Accused of Counterfeit Sales
Converse Sues Online Sellers Over Counterfeit Sales - E-commerce Operators Accused of Using Counterfeit Network to Sell Unauthorized Products
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Federal LawsuitMay 31, 2025
Luxottica Takes Legal Action, Claims Online Sellers Offering Counterfeit Products to Consumers
Luxottica Trademark Action Against Online Sellers - E-Commerce Sellers Accused of Selling Goods via Counterfeit Network
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Federal LawsuitMay 28, 2025
Toyota Claims Counterfeit Sales Harmed Business | E-Commerce Sellers Sued
Toyota Claims Counterfeit Sales Harmed Business - Automaker Once Again Sues What They Deem "Network" Over Trademark Infringement
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Federal LawsuitMay 24, 2025
Marc Jacobs Counterfeit Legal Action | E-Commerce Sellers Accused of Infringement
Marc Jacobs Counterfeit Legal Action - Group of E-Commerce Operators, Identified as “Counterfeit Network,” Sued for Trademark Infringement
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Federal LawsuitMay 22, 2025
Crye Precision Trademark & Copyright Action | "Counterfeit Network" Sued
Crye Precision Trademark & Copyright Action - Group of E-Commerce Sellers Sued as “Counterfeit Network,” Temporary Restraining Order Imposed
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Federal LawsuitMay 16, 2025
Collegiate Licensing Company Infringement Action Against Online Sellers
CLC Trademark Infringement Action - Collegiate Licensing Company Files Federal Lawsuit To Stop International Counterfeit Network
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Federal LawsuitMay 14, 2025
Mob Entertainment Lawsuit: Infringement Claims Over Sale of Poppy Playtime Products
Poppy Playtime Trademark Infringement - Mob Entertainment Once Again Sues E-Commerce Operators For Sale of Trademarked Goods
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Federal LawsuitMay 12, 2025
National Hockey League Sues E-Commerce Sellers For Infringement
NHL Trademark Infringement Action - The National Hockey League Alleges Group of E-Commerce Operators Collaborated to Sell Counterfeit Goods
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Federal LawsuitMay 9, 2025
Leatherman Trademark Infringement Action
Leatherman Trademark Infringement Action - Online Sellers Sued Over Allegations of Counterfeit Sales via E-Commerce Platforms
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Federal LawsuitMay 4, 2025
Rubik's Cube Counterfeit Controversy | Spin Master Sues Online Sellers
Rubik's Cube Counterfeit Controversy - Spin Master, Owner of Rubik's Trademarks, Sues Online Sellers For Infringement
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Federal LawsuitMay 1, 2025
Hallmark Infringement Action | Trademark Lawsuit Against Online Sellers
Hallmark Infringement Action - Brand Sues Online Sellers Over Alleged Sale of Counterfeit Products to US Consumers
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Federal LawsuitApril 28, 2025
Universal City Studios Counterfeit Action | Online Sellers Facing Infringement Allegations
Universal City Studios Infringement - Plaintiff Alleges Counterfeit Network Offered Infringing Goods to Consumers in the United States
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Federal LawsuitApril 23, 2025
Nike Alleges Sellers Formed Network, Sold Counterfeit Goods
Nike Counterfeit Lawsuit Trademark Infringement - Brand Files Another Lawsuit, Claims Network Sold Unauthorized Products
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Federal LawsuitApril 21, 2025
Crye Precision Lawsuit | Online Sellers Sued as Counterfeit Network
Crye Precision Sues Counterfeit Network - Brand Claims Sellers Offered Infringing Goods to Consumers in the United States
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Federal LawsuitApril 17, 2025
Bulgari Counterfeit Lawsuit | Online Sellers Accused of Trademark Infringement
Bulgari Counterfeit Lawsuit | Trademark Infringement - Designer Brand Alleges Sellers Offered Infringing Goods to Consumers
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Federal LawsuitApril 14, 2025
Dior Schedule A Lawsuit: Online Sellers Sued for Trademark Infringement
Dior Schedule A Lawsuit - Christian Dior, Luxury Brand, Files Another Federal Lawsuit Alleging Counterfeit Network Infringed on Trademarks
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Federal LawsuitApril 12, 2025
Volkswagen Group of America Sues E-Commerce Sellers
Volkswagen Trademark Action - Volkswagen Group of America Sues E-Commerce Operators Based on Alleged Counterfeit Sales
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Federal LawsuitApril 10, 2025
FCA Files Federal Trademark Infringement Lawsuit, Sellers Sued
FCA Files Federal Trademark Infringement Lawsuit - E-Commerce Sellers Impacted by Lawsuit Claiming Counterfeit Sales
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ContractsApril 7, 2025
Online Sellers Sued as "Network" by Rainbow Friends
Rainbow Friends Sues Online Sellers - Plaintiff Sues After Identifying Alleged Counterfeit Network of E-Commerce Operators
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Federal LawsuitApril 5, 2025
General Motors Files Lawsuit | Trademark Infringement Allegations
General Motors Trademark Infringement Lawsuit - Online Sellers Sued For Alleged Sale of Counterfeit Products to US Consumers
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Federal LawsuitApril 3, 2025
Children’s Entertainment Brand Sues Over Sale of PAW Patrol Goods
Spin Master Aims Trademark Infringement Suit at Sellers The influential children’s entertainment company Spin Master has filed a trademark lawsuit in federal court. The infringement lawsuit is connected to the sale of the Plaintiff’s PAW Patrol products. This line of toys is targeted toward children and based on the Nickelodeon television series. The valuable trademarks
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Federal LawsuitMarch 30, 2025
Nike Alleges Trademark Infringement | Federal Lawsuit
Nike Alleges Trademark Infringement | Federal Lawsuit Nike has filed yet another federal lawsuit to stop online sellers from offering counterfeit goods to consumers. The company alleges that the named sellers have infringed on the brand’s trademarks, which has in turn hurt their business. Have the sellers identified by Nike engaged in the level of
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Federal LawsuitMarch 27, 2025
Lululemon Trademark Infringement | Lawsuit Against Online Sellers
Online Sellers Sued | Lululemon Alleges Trademark Infringement Hey there online sellers, we’re the law firm of Stockman & Poropat, PLLC and we’re here to provide you with the legal counsel you need! Our unrivaled team has an uncommon knowledge of everything e-commerce. We know that as an online seller you can face many legal
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Federal LawsuitMarch 24, 2025
Mattel Trademark Lawsuit | Counterfeit Sales of Barbie Products
Counterfeit Allegations Put Forth by Mattel Over Sale of Barbie Products Mattel has filed a new March 2025 infringement lawsuit based on violations of the company’s Barbie trademarks! At least, that’s what the allegations laid out by Mattel describe. Online sellers have been accused of trademark infringement related to the sale of Barbie branded products.
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Federal LawsuitMarch 20, 2025
Birkenstock Trademark Infringement | Online Sellers Sued Again
Birkenstock Trademark Lawsuit, Intellectual Property Infringement Birkenstock, the company known for its leather sandals and footwear, has filed a lawsuit to stop counterfeit sales of their products! The reason why the Plaintiff is suing sellers is to get compensated for the loss they’ve taken due to the actions of the Defendants. According to Birkenstock, the
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Federal LawsuitMarch 17, 2025
Vogue Trademark Infringement | Online Sellers Sued Over Counterfeit Claims
Vogue Trademark Infringement | Online Sellers Sued Over Counterfeit Claims Vogue is yet again filing a lawsuit over trademark infringement allegations! Online sellers will need to act responsibly in terms of handling this legal situation. Among the most responsible decisions as an affected seller is hiring your own intellectual property attorney! That’s where our incredible
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Federal LawsuitMarch 15, 2025
New Christian Dior Trademark Infringement Action 2025
New Christian Dior Trademark Infringement Action 2025 Dior has filed another federal lawsuit claiming counterfeit sales were made by e-commerce operators! What’s this going to do to the Defendants’ online seller accounts? And how are the named sellers going to find a resolution that works for them and their needs? If you’re impacted by the
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Federal LawsuitMarch 13, 2025
Marc Jacobs Trademark Infringement Action
Online Sellers Sued by Marc Jacobs | Trademark Infringement Action The premium fashion brand Marc Jacobs, known around the world for their apparel and lifestyle goods, is suing online sellers. What’s March Jacobs doing that for? Well, the fashion company, based on gathered information and belief, alleges that counterfeit versions of their goods have been
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Federal LawsuitMarch 10, 2025
Peanuts Worldwide Sues Online Sellers | Allegations of Trademark Infringement
Peanuts Worldwide Sues Online Sellers | Allegations of Trademark Infringent Peanuts Worldwide has filed a federal lawsuit to stop e-commerce sellers from offering counterfeit products! Do the named sellers have to respond to the court and/or the lawsuit? Is it optional? Not really! The need to provide a response is crucial in terms of Schedule
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Federal LawsuitMarch 5, 2025
Daimler Trademark Infringement Action
Daimler Trademark Infringement Action | Federal Counterfeit Lawsuit Daimler (Daimler Truck AG, Daimler Truck North America LLC, Thomas Built Buses, Inc., and Detroit Diesel Corporation) has filed a federal counterfeit lawsuit against e-commerce operators! After receiving notice that Daimler has named your business in the lawsuit, what are you to do? The news of a
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Federal LawsuitMarch 3, 2025
Nike Trademark Action | Online Sellers Accused of Counterfeit Sales
Nike Trademark Infringement | Online Sellers Sued Your favorite athletic footwear brand, Nike, is yet again suing online sellers for selling counterfeit products! Just like we’ve seen in previous Nike Schedule A lawsuits, this latest one alleges that sellers infringed on trademarks. Why did the sellers do as Nike claims? Per the Plaintiff, they were
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Federal LawsuitMarch 1, 2025
Harry Styles Trademark Infringement Action | Merch Traffic Lawsuit
Merch Traffic Lawsuit | Harry Styles Trademark Infringement Action Are you worried because you’ve been notified Merch Traffic is suing your e-commerce business for trademark infringement? Stockman & Poropat, PLLC is here to address your concerns! Our incredible team has helped online sellers throughout the world get their businesses back on track. And, yes, we
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 27, 2025
Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Trademark Action
Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Trademark Infringement Lawsuit The film industry in the United States has long been one of the country’s most influential cultural machines. The longstanding popularity of movies and the Hollywood that has created them has inspired people for at least the past 100 years. And, millions of folks flock to Los Angeles
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 25, 2025
Vogue Counterfeit, Infringement Lawsuit | Trademark Action
Trademark Action | Vogue Counterfeit, Infringement Lawsuit Are you a know-it-all when it comes to trademark infringement actions? Do you know exactly what to do when a big, multi-million or billion dollar company is suing you for infringing on their intellectual property? Have you been involved in the e-commerce universe for so long that nothing
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 23, 2025
Oakley, Ray-Ban, and Costa Del Mar Trademark Action
Luxottica Group Sues Online Sellers | Oakley, Ray-Ban, and Costa Del Mar Infringement Lawsuit Yet again, we’re talking about a trademark infringement lawsuit filed in federal court! This Schedule A trademark action was filed by the company Luxottica Group. Why is Luxottica Group suing online sellers for intellectual property infringement? Because the Plaintiff believes that
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 19, 2025
Atari Trademark Infringement Action | Online Sellers Sued
Online Sellers Sued | Atari Trademark Infringement Action The well-established, groundbreaking American video game company Atari has filed a lawsuit claiming trademark infringement! Atari has filed this suit due to what they state has been large-scale sales of counterfeit products. The Plaintiff alleges that a group of e-commerce sellers, listed on the lawsuit’s Schedule A,
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 17, 2025
Sony Trademark Infringement Action | PlayStation Lawsuit
PlayStation Lawsuit | Sony Trademark Infringement Action The attorneys at Stockman & Poropat, PLLC have navigated the e-commerce sphere for years. We’ve helped e-commerce sellers get through many tough intellectual property lawsuits and issues. Our team knows exactly how troublesome a trademark infringement lawsuit can be, for example. As such, we prioritize empathy and openness
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 15, 2025
Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger Trademark Infringement Action
Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger Trademark Infringement Action 2025 Plaintiffs Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger are suing e-commerce sellers in federal court! These major retailers are going forward with this lawsuit because of trademark infringement. The Plaintiffs alleged that a group of online sellers acted as a network to streamline counterfeit sales. What’s more, the
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 11, 2025
Deckers Outdoor Corporation Sues For Trademark Infringement
Deckers Sues Online Sellers, Claiming Counterfeit Sales of UGG, Hoka, and Teva Products Deckers Outdoor Corporation owns the trademarks for UGG, Hoka, and Teva. These popular brands have had a loyal international following for a long time. This popularity means that loads of products are branded with the UGG, Hoka, and Teva name and/or logo.
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 9, 2025
Tottenham Hotspur Limited Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
Tottenham Hotspur Limited Trademark Infringement Lawsuit The professional football club Tottenham Hotspur Limited is suing online sellers due to trademark infringement! The Plaintiff, THFC, has lodged several allegations of intellectual property infringement against sellers. To better understanding what these claims of counterfeit are, let’s examine a few paragraphs from the legal complaint: Defendants concurrently employ
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 5, 2025
The Cure Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
The Cure Trademark Lawsuit | Merch Traffic, LLC Sues Sellers Merch Traffic, LLC has filed another lawsuit in federal court, claiming online sellers committed trademark infringement. This time, the lawsuit concerns the sale of products branded with The Cure trademark. The Cure is one of the most influential bands of all time, spanning genres from
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 31, 2025
Supreme Trademark Infringement Lawsuit | January 2025
Online Sellers Sued For IP Infringement by Supreme Brand Supreme, the world famous streetwear brand that started as a small skateboard shop, is suing online sellers for trademark infringement! This federal Schedule A infringement lawsuit was filed by Supreme. To combat what they believe has been rampant counterfeit sales online. Supreme’s allegations of trademark infringement
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 27, 2025
Hallmark Intellectual Property Infringement Lawsuit
Schedule A Infringement Lawsuit | Hallmark’s Latest IP Action The widely known greeting card company Hallmark has filed another intellectual property infringement lawsuit! Are you unsure of the first step you ought to take as one of the sellers being sued? Before you take any other action, you should consult with our attorneys at Stockman
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 24, 2025
Harley-Davidson Trademark Infringement Action | Online Sellers Sued For Counterfeiting
Harley-Davidson Sues E-Commerce Sellers | Trademark Infringement Action Harley-Davidson has filed a new federal lawsuit in the court to halt the sale of counterfeit goods to consumers online. The allegations of trademark infringement are detailed in the legal complaint tied to the case. Affected sellers, which we’ll also refer to as the Defendants, should take
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 21, 2025
Collegiate Licensing Company Sues Online Sellers
Trademark Infringement Lawsuit: Collegiate Licensing Company Sues Sellers The Collegiate Licensing Company has filed a new trademark infringement lawsuit in federal court! CLC alleges that a group of online sellers have worked together to sell counterfeit goods to consumers. Is this a tricky legal situation? Not necessarily, though it depends on the activities of your
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 18, 2025
Sony Interactive Entertainment Trademark Lawsuit
Sold PlayStation Products? Sony Sues Online Sellers For Infringement If you’ve recently sold Playstation products to consumers in the United States by way of your e-commerce business, that could explain why you’re getting sued! The Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) federal trademark lawsuit will require a response from the Defendants. The lawsuit isn’t a scam or
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 15, 2025
Sold Rubik’s Products? Spin Master Federal Infringement Lawsuit
Spin Master Federal Infringement Lawsuit | Online Sellers Sued for Sale of Rubik’s Products Are you being sued by Spin Master for selling Rubik’s products on an e-commerce marketplace? You ought to thoroughly consider hiring an intellectual property attorney! If you are under the impression that you may not be able to afford an IP
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 13, 2025
Lululemon Federal Trademark Lawsuit
Sellers Sued For Counterfeit | Lululemon Federal Trademark Lawsuit The latest Lululemon federal trademark lawsuit has been filed! Online sellers can prepare themselves for the lawsuit by understanding just what Lululemon has alleged. The allegations of intellectual property infringement are not to be dismissed. Even if you know that you didn’t sell any sort of
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 10, 2025
Vogue Trademark Infringment Action | Online Sellers Sued
Vogue Counterfeit Allegations | Trademark Infringment Vogue has moved forward with a federal intellectual property infringement lawsuit! The online sellers named in the action will have to consider their options in light of the suit. What’s the strongest way to defend yourself against the allegations asserted by Vogue? Hiring an intellectual property attorney! The thing
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 8, 2025
Canada Goose Trademark Infringement Action
January 2025 Canada Goose Infringement Lawsuit Canada Goose is once again suing online sellers for trademark infringement! Are you one of the Defendants? Well, first off, you need to respond! Those online sellers who don’t respond will risk having to contend with a Default Judgment. When that happens, e-commerce operators will likely have to pay
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 5, 2025
Daimler Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
E-Commerce Sellers Sued | Daimler Infringement Lawsuit Daimler is taking action against online sellers to combat what they claim is an abundance of counterfeit sales! We wish to urge all affected sellers to seriously consider working with an intellectual property attorney. When you choose Stockman & Poropat, PLLC, our experienced lawyers will guide you throughout
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 3, 2025
Tory Burch Trademark Infringement Action
Sellers Sued for Infringement | Tory Burch Trademark Lawsuit Have you been notified that Tory Burch is suing you for trademark infringement! Any e-commerce operator in such a position needs to provide a response to the lawsuit. Though the claims made by the Plaintiff are mere allegations, sellers must respond. If you decide not to
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Federal LawsuitDecember 31, 2024
Crye Precision Sues Sellers For Infringement
Federal Lawsuit: Crye Precision Trademark Infringement Another brand is claiming that their intellectual property has been infringed on by e-commerce sellers! This federal counterfeit lawsuit was filed by Crye Precision. A brand recognized around the world for its tactical equipment and accessories. To grasp the full picture and to review the allegations of trademark infringement
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Federal LawsuitDecember 27, 2024
Mattel Trademark Infringment Action
Barbie Trademark Infringment Lawsuit Don’t ignore the latest Mattel trademark infringement lawsuit! Has your e-commerce business been named in the federal trademark action filed by Mattel? If that’s the case, you must take this matter seriously and respond accordingly. Although not all of the allegations will be applicable to each of the sellers to the
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Federal LawsuitDecember 24, 2024
BBC Bluey Trademark and Copyright Lawsuit
BBC Bluey Trademark and Copyright Lawsuit | Online Sellers Sued BBC Studios Distribution is suing online sellers for the unauthorized sale of Bluey products! To gain insight into the details of the lawsuit, we turn to the legal complaint. All of the Plaintiff’s allegations are included in the document. Defendants should read the legal complaint
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Federal LawsuitDecember 21, 2024
Ice Cube Trademark Lawsuit | Merch Traffic Intellectual Property Infringement
Ice Cube Trademark Infringement Action Most people even vaguely aware of popular culture are familiar with the work of Ice Cube, the rapper, actor, and filmmaker. His creative output has spanned decades, from best-selling albums like “Straight Outta Compton,” to cult classic films like Friday, Ice Cube has entertained an audience of millions. Ice Cube’s
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ContractsDecember 19, 2024
NBA Sues Online Sellers | Trademark Infringement Allegations
NBA Sues Online Sellers | Trademark Infringement Allegations We’re covering yet another NBA trademark infringement lawsuit filed in federal court! For those sellers named in the suit, you may not be guilty of every allegation described by the Plaintiff. Unfortunately, even if you’ve not committed the alleged infringement, the NBA trademark lawsuit will still require
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Federal LawsuitDecember 17, 2024
Mob Entertainment Trademark Infringement Action
Poppy Playtime Trademark and Copyright Lawsuit Mob Entertainment, owner of the Poppy Playtime intellectual property, has filed a lawsuit against online sellers! The IP owner claims that several online sellers put up counterfeit versions of their products for sale online. The alleged sale of trademark and copyright infringing goods were sold across a range of
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Federal LawsuitDecember 14, 2024
NBA Counterfeit Lawsuit, Trademark Infringement
NBA Trademark Lawsuit | Intellectual Property Infringement The NBA claims online sellers engaged in counterfeiting and formed a network to ensure the longevity of these unauthorized sales! The latest trademark infringement lawsuit by the NBA, filed in Illinois federal court, identifies a list of e-commerce offenders. The Defendants make up what the lawsuit refers to
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ContractsDecember 12, 2024
Rubik Trademark Infringement Action
Spin Master Sues Sellers | Rubik Trademark Infringement Action Spin Master, owner of the Rubik trademark, is suing e-commerce sellers in federal court for selling unauthorized products! That’s correct, Rubik has filed a lawsuit. It names several online sellers, which claims the Defendants infringed on the brand’s intellectual property. We want to strongly convey that
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ContractsDecember 10, 2024
Eagles Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
Eagles Trademark Infringement Lawsuit | Online Sellers Sued The owner of the intellectual property of the famous rock band the Eagles has filed a trademark lawsuit! Sellers have been accused of selling unauthorized versions of Eagles products. The Plaintiff alleges that the sellers intentionally sold counterfeit goods. That’s not all of the allegations of the
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Federal LawsuitDecember 7, 2024
Fox Racing Trademark Infringement Action
Online Sellers Sued by Fox Racing Fox Racing is suing online sellers for trademark infringement! At Stockman & Poropat, PLLC, our goal is to get our clients the best available resolution. With Schedule A intellectual property infringement lawsuits like this one, we urge our clients to be careful. About reaching a direct settlement, for example.
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Federal LawsuitDecember 4, 2024
Amorepacific Trademark Infringement Action
Amorepacific Trademark Infringement Lawsuit The Korean-based beauty and cosmetics company Amorepacific is suing online sellers for trademark infringement! Firstly, the Defendants ought to provide a response to the lawsuit. By responding, you can be sure to stay clear of any sort of Default Judgment. To know the details and allegations of the Amorepacific lawsuit to
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Federal LawsuitDecember 3, 2024
Harley-Davidson Intellectual Property Lawsuit
Harley-Davidson Intellectual Property Lawsuit | Trademark Action What’s arguably the most famous motorcycle company in the world? Harley-Davidson. We’re not just here to talk about the iconic brand. This article is about Harley-Davidson’s new trademark infringement lawsuit, which is going to affect multiple online sellers! Though the lawsuit is based on allegations, yet to be
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Federal LawsuitNovember 30, 2024
General Motors Alleges Trademark Infringement
Trademark Lawsuit: General Motors Claims Counterfeit More trademark infringement allegations have been filed against online sellers! Indeed, General Motors has filed a federal lawsuit in the state of Illinois. General Motors’ contention is that e-commerce sellers formed a network amongst themselves and sold counterfeit products. The accusations are definitely real and serious! But as is,
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Federal LawsuitNovember 28, 2024
Christian Dior Trademark Infringement Action
E-Commerce Sellers Sued | Christian Dior Trademark Infringement Action The global brand Christian Dior has filed a federal trademark infringement lawsuit in Illinois! The lawsuit is known as a “Schedule A” counterfeit action, which was filed due to intellectual property infringement. To be sure, similar lawsuits to this one filed by Christian Dior are somewhat
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Federal LawsuitNovember 26, 2024
Birkenstock Trademark Infringement Action
Birkenstock Federal Counterfeit Lawsuit Have you been notified that the major brand Birkenstock is suing you for trademark infringement? Are you facing multiple and varied allegations of counterfeit? Unfortunately, intellectual property infringement lawsuits are somewhat commonplace in the e-commerce universe. Just because you’re one of the Defendants in the Birkenstock action doesn’t mean you’ve actually
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Federal LawsuitNovember 24, 2024
Levi’s Federal Intellectual Property Infringement Lawsuit
Levi’s Sues Online Sellers Over Trademark Infringement Are you one of the e-commerce sellers named in the latest Levi’s federal intellectual property infringement lawsuit? And, for those who are being sued… What should the Defendants in this case expect to encounter with the Levi’s lawsuit? The brand will seek and likely get approval for a
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Federal LawsuitNovember 20, 2024
Ralph Lauren Trademark and Copyright Action
Ralph Lauren Trademark and Counterfeit Action - Brand Sues Online Sellers for Sale of Counterfeit Producs to Consumers
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Federal LawsuitNovember 16, 2024
Chrome Hearts Trademark Infringement Action
Online Sellers Sued | Chrome Hearts Claims Intellectual Property Infringement Chrome Hearts, the American luxury brand, has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit in federal court! This “Schedule A” intellectual property infringement lawsuit will affect online sellers. The Defendants in the case won’t be able to acquire any sort of immunity against the lawsuit. Even if
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Federal LawsuitNovember 14, 2024
Audi Trademark Infringement | Online Sellers Sued
Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Filed by Audi If you and your e-commerce business have been named in the latest Audi federal lawsuit, you should take this situation very seriously! Maybe you’ve already glanced at the legal complaint associated with the case. Each of the Defendants ought to dig into the allegations in order to fully grasp
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Federal LawsuitNovember 12, 2024
Kendra Scott Trademark Infringement Action
Kendra Scott Counterfeit Action | Online Sellers Sued The lifestyle and jewelry brand Kendra Scott has filed a new trademark infringement lawsuit. The federal action aims to curb what Kendra Scott believes is online sales of counterfeit products. The online sellers accused of trademark infringement will need to respond to the lawsuit. The intellectual property
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Federal LawsuitNovember 8, 2024
General Motors Trademark Infringement Action
Online Sellers Sued | General Motors Infringement Action Driven to search for information on a new trademark lawsuit? Are you one of the Defendants in the latest General Motors intellectual property action? Well, you’re not alone – literally. The Plaintiff is suing multiple online sellers for trademark infringement. General Motors filed the lawsuit in federal
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CopyrightNovember 7, 2024
US Copyright Office Grants Exemption, Freeing the McFlurry
Copyright Office Grants Exemption, Frees the McFlurry Ever been the victim of the unique disappointment that befalls those who seek a McFlurry, but can’t get one because the machine is out of order? It’s become a sort of running joke in popular culture that the McFlurry machine at McDonald’s is always broken. But the let
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Federal LawsuitNovember 5, 2024
NBA Trademark Infringement Action
Fall 2024 NBA Trademark Infringement Action NBA Properties has filed a federal trademark infringement lawsuit in Illinois! Based on the Lanham Act and the company’s own information and belief, online sellers have infringed on the NBA’s intellectual property. Are you permitted to hire your own attorney to address this counterfeiting action? Yes, you are! As
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Federal LawsuitNovember 2, 2024
Nike Trademark Infringement and Counterfeit Action
New Nike Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Do you need an intellectual property attorney to help address the recently filed Nike trademark infringement action? You’ve landed on the right page! Our lawyers at Stockman & Poropat, PLLC have developed successful resolutions for online seller clients across the globe. When working with our clients, we prioritize their needs,
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Federal LawsuitOctober 31, 2024
FCA Sues Online Sellers For Alleged Trademark Infringement
FCA Federal Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Are you one of the Defendants getting sued by FCA for trademark infringement? Just because FCA is suing you, doesn’t definitely mean you’re guilty of what the brand alleges. Every one of the allegations made against you and your online business is a claim, not a condemnation. Whether you did
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Federal LawsuitOctober 28, 2024
Hallmark Licensing Trademark and Copyright Lawsuit
Hallmark Licensing Trademark and Copyright Lawsuit Hallmark Licensing, owner of the Hallmark trademarks, is suing online sellers for infringement. The brand has taken said legal action because several online sellers have sold unauthorized products with the Hallmark name. Among the goods in question are greeting cards, clothing, and entertainment products. Here’s a selection of what
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Federal LawsuitOctober 26, 2024
Jonas Brothers Sues For Trademark Infringement
Jonas Brothers Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Our team of intellectual property attorneys wants to help you deal with the new Jonas Brothers trademark lawsuit. Filed by the Plaintiff, Three Chord Strand Properties, LLC, the Jonas Brothers counterfeit lawsuit puts forth several allegations. In reality, the e-commerce sellers being sued will have to negotiate with the Plaintiff,
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Federal LawsuitOctober 24, 2024
NSI International Toy Manufacturer Sues Online Sellers
NSI International Trademark Lawsuit Online sellers who’ve sold NSI International branded products have been recently named in a trademark lawsuit filed in federal court! From the get go, sellers may want to delve into the particular details of the lawsuit. Developing a comprehensive understanding of the counterfeit allegations will benefit any of the given Defendants.
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Federal LawsuitOctober 22, 2024
Toyota Counterfeit Infringement Lawsuit
Toyota Infringement Counterfeit Lawsuit Another Toyota counterfeit lawsuit has been filed in Illinois federal court. Like many such Schedule A infringement lawsuits, this one alleges that a group of e-commerce sellers sold unauthorized Toyota products to consumers in the United States. The Toyota brand believes, based on information they’ve gathered, that the identified sellers didn’t
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Federal LawsuitOctober 19, 2024
Nike Lawsuit Against Online Sellers
Nike Counterfeit Lawsuit | Sellers Facing Federal Lawsuit Yet again, Nike has filed a lawsuit that claims multiple online sellers have committed trademark infringement. The athletic wear brand alleges that the named sellers offered products to consumers as an unauthorized dealer. As such, sellers must contend with the reality of this trademark lawsuit. How does
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AmazonOctober 16, 2024
Amazon Updated Product Bundling Policy
Amazon Updated Product Bundling Policy Amazon has updated their Product Bundling policy! Starting on October 14, 2024, the policy will be in effect. It pertains to “consumables” products in several categories, including health and beauty, baby products, grocery, and pet products. The reason behind the Amazon policy update? To make sure customers are granted the
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Federal LawsuitOctober 15, 2024
NBA Trademark Infringement Lawsuit | Online Sellers Sued
Online Sellers Sued | NBA Trademark Infringement When sellers receive notice that they’re being sued for trademark infringement, it can be a frustrating and confusing experience. Is there a right and wrong way to handle the news? Perhaps you’re even uncertain about the first step you should take. If the NBA is suing you, you
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Federal LawsuitOctober 12, 2024
Canada Goose Counterfeit Lawsuit
Canada Goose Sues Online Sellers! Recently, Canada Goose filed a trademark infringement lawsuit in federal court in Illinois. This Schedule A counterfeit lawsuit, like many others filed in the same district, claims that the Defendants created a “network” and worked together to infringe on Canada Goose’s marks. How has the intellectual property been unlawfully used?
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Federal LawsuitOctober 10, 2024
FCA Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
Online Sellers Sued by FCA for Infringement Are you an e-commerce seller? Is FCA suing you for trademark infringement? If that’s the situation, you may want to hire an intellectual property attorney! A federal infringement lawsuit is not something you want to downplay. The seriousness of the FCA lawsuit should be acknowledged. We know that
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Federal LawsuitOctober 8, 2024
Converse Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
Converse Suing Online Sellers for Infringement The footwear brand Converse is suing online sellers for trademark infringement! The Schedule A lawsuit was recently filed in federal court. Converse allegest that several e-commerce sellers have worked as a network to actively sell counterfeit goods online. Like many other similar infringement lawsuits, this one claims that the
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Federal LawsuitOctober 5, 2024
Toyota Trademark Infringement | Online Sellers Sued in Lawsuit
Toyota Sues E-Commerce Sellers | Trademark Infringement If you’re a seller being sued by Toyota for trademark infringement, what should you do? Hire an intellectual property attorney! A federal trademark lawsuit can’t be ignored. Your e-commerce business will be disrupted by the suit. Wondering if the notice you’ve received represents an actual legal action? It
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Federal LawsuitOctober 1, 2024
Frida Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
Online Sellers Sued | Frida Trademark Infringement Case Frida, a company leader in the pregnancy, breastfeeding, and birth industries, is suing online sellers for trademark infringement. What does Frida claim e-commerce sellers did? The allegations of infringement are based on the belief that the Defendants sold counterfeit goods. Not only that, the Plaintiff asserts that
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 28, 2024
Crye Precision Sues Online Sellers
Sellers Sued by Crye Precision For Counterfeiting Crye Precision is seeking a temporary restraining order against online sellers! This trademark infringement lawsuit was filed in federal court to curb an alleged network of counterfeiting. We don’t want any named seller in this lawsuit to lose all of their money! To that end, Defendants need to
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 26, 2024
Liverpool Football Club Counterfeit Lawsuit
Liverpool Football Club Infringement - LFC Claims Network of Online Sellers Infringed on Protected Trademarks
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 24, 2024
Hallmark Federal Counterfeit Lawsuit
Trademark and Copyright Infringement | Hallmark Federal Counterfeit Lawsuit Hallmark is suing online sellers for infringement once again! Are you a Defendant in the Hallmark federal counterfeit lawsuit? Know that you have the agency to hire your own lawyer and you may want to. With the Hallmark lawsuit, named e-commerce sellers will be struck with
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 20, 2024
Peanuts Worldwide Trademark and Copyright Lawsuit
Peanuts Sues Online Sellers | Counterfeit Lawsuit Sold any Peanuts products lately? If you’re an online seller who offers Peanuts products to consumers in the United States, perhaps you’ve heard of the newest lawsuit. Peanuts Worldwide is suing e-commerce sellers for trademark and copyright infringement! This is an absolutely real and serious federal lawsuit. Any
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 19, 2024
Tory Burch Counterfeit Lawsuit | Schedule A
Online Sellers Sued by Tory Burch For Infringement Are you an e-commerce seller? If you are, then you probably know that intellectual property lawsuits happen often. Today, we’ll be highlighting the newest Tory Burch counterfeit lawsuit. The brand claims that a network of online sellers has actively worked together to sell infringing goods. The Defendants
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 17, 2024
Spin Master Sues Online Sellers | PAW Patrol Infringement
PAW Patrol Infringement | Spin Master Sues Online Sellers Online sellers are being sued by Spin Master, the owner of the PAW Patrol copyright and trademark rights. Are you based in China, the United States, or another country? Any of the sellers named in this infringement lawsuit should look into hiring an attorney! Ideally, you’ll
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 14, 2024
Vogue Intellectual Property Lawsuit
Vogue Claims Trademark Infringement | Online Sellers Sued Our team of intellectual property attorneys wants to help you with the new Vogue trademark infringement lawsuit! Vogue recently filed the lawsuit in federal court to stop what they call a network of counterfeiters. The Defendants are online sellers just like you! The company is suing e-commerce
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 12, 2024
Lululemon Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
Lululemon Alleges Sellers Infringed on Trademarks Well, yet again a major brand has filed a trademark lawsuit aimed at online sellers. Why was this new Lululemon Schedule A infringement lawsuit filed? To stop what the Plaintiff believes is abundant sales of counterfeit products. The so-described illicit, infringing activity occurred on platforms such as Amazon, eBay,
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AmazonSeptember 10, 2024
Amazon Sues Service Provider For Violating Anti-Counterfeit Policy and Trademark Infringement
Service Provider Sued by Amazon | Violation of Anti-Counterfeit Policy and Trademark Infringement Amazon is suing a service provider! In this new lawsuit, what is Amazon claiming? That an online-seller service provider creates and submits false documentation on behalf of sellers with bad intent. Allegedly, the Defendants offer a so-termed“ungating” process to sellers. So they
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 7, 2024
General Motors Federal Trademark Lawsuit
Online Sellers Sued | General Motors Federal Trademark Lawsuit Hey there online sellers, did you know that General Motors has filed a recent trademark infringement lawsuit? The newest General Motors federal trademark lawsuit will affect several e-commerce sellers. In this article, we’ll provide an overview of the case, the allegations, and what sellers can do
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 5, 2024
Marshall Amplification Sues E-Commerce Sellers
Online Sellers Sued by Marshall Amplification For Trademark Infringement Marshall Amplification is suing e-commerce operators for violating the protection of their intellectual property. This is what’s commonly referred to as a trademark infringement lawsuit. The Plaintiff filed the case in federal court with the aim of stopping the named sellers from apparently damaging their brand.
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Federal LawsuitSeptember 2, 2024
BBC Sues Online Sellers For Selling Counterfeit Bluey Products
Online Sellers Sued by BBC For Selling Counterfeit Bluey Products Have you been accused of selling counterfeit Bluey products in the latest BBC Studios federal lawsuit? You may want to hire an attorney! In Schedule A infringement lawsuits, the Defendants will sometimes decide to directly settle with the Plaintiff. If you’re one of the named
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Federal LawsuitAugust 29, 2024
UGG, Hoka, and Teva Trademark Lawsuit
Deckers Sues Sellers for Counterfeit Sales of Products Deckers, the company that owns UGG, Hoka, and Teva trademarks has filed a lawsuit because of counterfeit sales of their products. The UGG, Hoka, and Teva trademark lawsuit identifies multiple online sellers as alleged counterfeiters. The claims of infringement range from the sellers working as a network
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Federal LawsuitAugust 27, 2024
Alastin Skincare Sues Sellers For Trademark Infringement
Alastin Skincare Trademark Infringement Lawsuit The majority of federal infringement lawsuits involve the implementation of a temporary restraining order. The recently filed Alastin Skincare trademark infringement suit is no different! Brands like Alastin want to protect their intellectual property. A restraining order is a very effective means for accomplishing just that. It’s one of the
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Federal LawsuitAugust 23, 2024
Monster Energy Federal Infringement Lawsuit
Trademark, Copyright Infringement Claims | Monster Energy Lawsuit Monster Energy Company is suing online sellers for trademark and copyright infringement. The lawsuit was filed in federal court. Monster filed the suit with the aim of stopping what they believe is sales of counterfeit Monster products online. The marks in question are the MONSTER® mark, the
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Federal LawsuitAugust 22, 2024
Eagles Sues Online Sellers For Infringing on IP
Online Sellers Sued by Eagles Trademark Owners for Infringement The Grammy-winning American Classic Rock band the Eagles is suing online sellers for trademark infringement. The Plaintiff has filed a lawsuit in federal court. They hope to stop e-commerce operators from selling goods with counterfeit versions of their trademarks on them. What will happen to the
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Federal LawsuitAugust 20, 2024
Toyota Lawsuit Against Online Sellers
Toyota Lawsuit Against Online Sellers | Allegations of Trademark Infringement There’s a new Toyota lawsuit against online sellers filed in federal court! The global automotive company is suing e-commerce operators for intellectual property infringement. This case is similar to many other Schedule A lawsuits citing counterfeit sales by sellers. What are the allegations that Toyota
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Federal LawsuitAugust 17, 2024
Harley-Davidson Federal Counterfeit Lawsuit
Harley-Davidson Sues for Trademark Infringement What have we here?! Another trademark infringement lawsuit filed in federal court against online sellers. This is the latest Harley-Davidson federal counterfeit lawsuit, to be exact. Now, it may be obvious, but the Defendants ought to acknowledge the gravity of the situation. The online sellers being sued by Harley-Davidson will
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Federal LawsuitAugust 15, 2024
Fear of God Federal Infringement Lawsuit
Online Sellers Sued by Fear of God For Trademark Infringement Fear of God, the streetwear and accessories brand, has filed a federal lawsuit! The Fear of God federal infringement lawsuit concerns the company’s trademarks. What they claim is that online sellers have formed a network aimed at offering counterfeit goods. As seen in the legal
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Federal LawsuitAugust 13, 2024
Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger Claim Trademark Infringement
Online Sellers Get Sued by Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger are in the process of suing online sellers! Why are these apparel giants going after e-commerce sellers via the legal system? The Plaintiffs have alleged that online sellers engaged in counterfeiting and trademark infringement. Per Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger,
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Federal LawsuitAugust 10, 2024
Mattel Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
E-Commerce Sellers Sued by Mattel for Trademark Infringement Mattel is suing online sellers again! The company claims that e-commerce businesses have sold unauthorized, trademark infringing Barbie goods to consumers in the United States. As we’ve seen with many other Schedule A infringement lawsuits, Mattel has identified what they believe is a network. A network of
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Federal LawsuitAugust 8, 2024
Hallmark Sues Online Sellers | Claims of Trademark and Copyright Infringement
Hallmark Trademark and Copyright Infringement Lawsuit Hallmark has filed a trademark and copyright infringement lawsuit in federal court! The company that’s synonymous with greeting cards and which has its own television network is suing online sellers for counterfeiting. Since it was only very recently filed, the claims of infringement are currently allegations. Nevertheless, if you’re
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Federal LawsuitAugust 6, 2024
Nike Claims Trademark Infringement | Online Sellers Sued
Online Sellers Sued by Nike for Trademark Infringement Nike, the global footwear and athletic brand that virtually everyone knows, is suing online sellers for trademark infringement! The allegations made against e-commerce sellers claim that a network of counterfeiters has infringed on Nike’s intellectual property. If you’re one of the sellers identified in the lawsuit, your
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Federal LawsuitAugust 3, 2024
Rainbow Friends Infringement Lawsuit
Online Sellers Sued by Rainbow Friends for Trademark and Copyright Infringement The owners of the Rainbow Friends intellectual property are filing a new lawsuit due to trademark and copyright infringement. According to the Plaintiff, the Rainbow Friends brand has been damaged because online sellers are selling counterfeit products. As with many federal infringement lawsuits, Rainbow
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Federal LawsuitAugust 1, 2024
Hasbro Federal Infringement Lawsuit | Trademark and Copyright
Hasbro Trademark and Copyright Lawsuit Hasbro has filed a federal infringement lawsuit against online sellers! The company claims that multiple online sellers have sold counterfeit versions of Peppa Pig and PJ Masks products to customers. In doing so, Hasbro alleges their trademark and copyrights have been infringed on. Hasbro’s allegations of trademark and copyright infringement
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Federal LawsuitJuly 30, 2024
General Motors Sues Sellers | GM Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
GM Trademark Infringement Lawsuit | General Motors Sues Sellers What’s the biggest issue online sellers will face because of the General Motors trademark infringement lawsuit? The temporary restraining order (TRO) that the Plaintiff will likely get approval for by the court. What the restraining order does is simple. It puts a freeze on the sellers’
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Federal LawsuitJuly 27, 2024
NHL Trademark Lawsuit | Sellers Sued For Counterfeiting
Sellers Sued by NHL For Counterfeiting Hey online sellers! Are you being sued by the NHL for trademark infringement? Getting named as a Defendant in a counterfeit lawsuit can absolutely disrupt your business. If you’re frustrated, that’s very understandable! What you should know is that the notice you’ve received about the suit doesn’t equate to
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Federal LawsuitJuly 24, 2024
Poppy Playtime Infringement Lawsuit
Online Sellers Sued For Trademark and Copyright Infringement | Poppy Playtime Lawsuit Greetings online sellers, we’re here to tell you about a new infringement lawsuit! The case was filed by Mob Entertainment, Inc., who owns the intellectual property of Poppy Playtime, a popular video game. According to the Plaintiff, multiple online sellers, being sued all
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Federal LawsuitJuly 22, 2024
Dyson Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
Online Sellers Sued | Dyson Trademark Infringement Lawsuit The major technology brand Dyson, known for its vacuum cleaners and hair dryers, has filed a new trademark infringement lawsuit. The legal complaint introduces the lawsuit by stating: This action has been filed by Dyson to combat e-commerce store operators who trade upon Dyson’s reputation and goodwill
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Federal LawsuitJuly 20, 2024
Ralph Lauren Trademark and Copyright Infringement Lawsuit
Online Sellers Sued by Ralph Lauren So, you’re being sued by Ralph Lauren for trademark and copyright infringement. What are you supposed to do? How should you act now that you’ve been notified that you’re a Defendant in this counterfeit lawsuit? Perhaps the most sensible decision you can make is to hire an intellectual property
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Federal LawsuitJuly 17, 2024
Crye Precision Suing For Trademark Infringement
Crye Precision Sues Sellers For Trademark Infringement Crye Precision, a company widely known as a leading manufacturer of military and law enforcement gear, is suing online sellers! According to Crye Precision, several e-commerce operators are cashing in on the reputation of Crye Precision products. The Plaintiff claims that the Defendants have sold counterfeit, trademark-infringing goods
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CopyrightJuly 16, 2024
When Does Copyright Expire? | Understanding Copyright Expiration
When Does Copyright Expire - Understanding Copyright Expiration: You Must Determine the Age or Creation or Publication and Go From There...
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ContractsJuly 12, 2024
What Are the 7 Elements of a Contract? | The Necessary Elements of a Contract
The Necessary Elements of a Contract | What Are the 7 Elements of a Contract? Whenever you conduct business, you’ll probably want to rely on legally-binding contracts! An active and up-to-date contract acts as a sort of shield that protects your business from unwanted vulnerabilities. You need to protect your valuable interests and property! How
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Federal LawsuitJuly 10, 2024
Man United Sues Online Sellers | MUFC Trademark Infringement
MUFC Trademark Infringement | Man United Sues Online Sellers The internationally popular Manchester United Football Club (MUFC), known as Man United, has filed a federal lawsuit for trademark infringement. Man United is one of the top football clubs in the world. MUFC also sells branded athletic apparel, accessories, and more, which are trademark protected. Having
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TrademarksJuly 9, 2024
Trademark First Use vs. First Use in Commerce | Filing a Trademark Application
Filing a Trademark Application | Trademark First Use vs. First Use in Commerce Are you determined to understand trademark first use vs. first use in commerce? The difference isn’t really all that complicated at all! Although, you’ll want to know that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) makes a distinction between the two.
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AmazonJuly 5, 2024
What Sellers Filing Arbitration Against Amazon Should Know
Amazon Seller Arbitration | What Sellers Should Know Hey current or aspiring Amazon sellers, did you know that when you start selling on Amazon you forfeit your right to sue the platform for any damages? That’s correct! You can’t file a lawsuit against Amazon if you’re a seller. What can you do? File an arbitration
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Federal LawsuitJuly 3, 2024
Birkenstock Suing Online Sellers For Infringement
Online Sellers Sued by Birkenstock For Infringement Birkenstock claims their company has been damaged by trademark infringement! The allegations of counterfeit are detailed in the latest Birkenstock infringement lawsuit, filed in Illinois. Several online sellers will be affected by the suit and may be facing financial difficulty as a result. Before we get into the
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Federal LawsuitJuly 1, 2024
Lawsuit Filed by Owner of Peanuts Intellectual Property
Online Sellers Sued by Peanuts Worldwide LLC Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Woodstock, Lucy, Linus, and Sally… These aren’t just random names, which you probably know, they’re the names of famous Peanuts characters! The owner of the Peanuts trademark and copyright, Peanuts Worldwide LLC, has just filed a lawsuit claiming intellectual property infringement. Peanuts Worldwide LLC says
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Federal LawsuitJune 29, 2024
Nike Sues Sellers For Trademark Infringement
Trademark Lawsuit Filed by Nike We all know that Nike is one of the biggest footwear and athletic wear brands in the world. Given their undeniable reputation around the globe, there are many counterfeit versions of Nike products out there. Recently, Nike filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against multiple online sellers. The brand claims that
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Federal LawsuitJune 26, 2024
Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC) Suing E-Commerce Sellers
E-Commerce Sellers Sued by Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC) Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC) has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit! According to CLC, counterfeit versions of their licensed products were sold on the marketplace. The online sellers who allegedly offered these goods are the ones being sued. As stated in the legal complaint, the trademark infringement was
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Federal LawsuitJune 24, 2024
Owner of Atomic Heart Trademark Suing Online Sellers
Online Sellers Sued by Owner of Atomic Heart Trademark Have you ever heard of the video game Atomic Heart? This first-person shooter video game, released at the beginning of 2023, has gained popularity around the world. The game’s owner is Slimao Ltd., an entertainment company and video game studio based in Cyprus. The game has
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Federal LawsuitJune 21, 2024
Sold 7pipe Products? | Tyger Manufacturing Infringement Lawsuit
Online Sellers Who Sold 7pipe Products Sued for Patent Infringement Has your online business recently been hit with a temporary restraining order (TRO) because you sold 7pipe products? The reason that happened is because of the Tyger Manufacturing patent infringement lawsuit. Tyger Manufacturing is the owner of the 7pipe patents. Since the company believes that
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Federal LawsuitJune 19, 2024
Harley-Davidson Trademark Infringement Lawsuit | Sellers Sued for Counterfeiting
Harley-Davidson Trademark Infringement Lawsuit - The Motorcycle Giant is Suing Online Seller for Counterfeiting
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Federal LawsuitJune 18, 2024
Pit Viper Sues Online Sellers for Infringement
Online Sellers Sued by Pit Viper for Infringement Pit Viper, the very popular sunglass, eyewear, and apparel brand, has filed a lawsuit to combat trademark infringement. This is at least the second such lawsuit the Plaintiff has filed this year. Back in January, the company also sued online sellers for counterfeit, which you can read
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Federal LawsuitJune 14, 2024
Hozier Trademark Infringement Lawsuit | Merch Traffic Claims Counterfeit
Merch Traffic Claims Counterfeit | Hozier Trademark Infringement Lawsuit The owner of the Hozier trademark, Merch Traffic, has filed a federal infringement lawsuit. The suit claims that online sellers have infringed on the Hozier trademark and sold counterfeit products to consumers. Hozier is an award-winning musician who is famous throughout the world, especially for his
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Federal LawsuitJune 12, 2024
Bluey Trademark and Copyright Lawsuit | BBC Suing Online Sellers
BBC Suing Online Sellers | Bluey Trademark and Copyright Lawsuit BBC Studios Distribution Ltd is once again suing online sellers for trademark and copyright infringement. The Plaintiff claims that e-commerce operators have sold counterfeit Bluey products to consumers in the United States. BBC Studios owns the Bluey trademarks and copyright – Bluey is a popular
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Federal LawsuitJune 11, 2024
Christian Dior Infringement Lawsuit | Online Sellers Accused of Counterfeit
Online Sellers Accused of Counterfeit | Christian Dior Infringement Lawsuit Christian Dior has filed a lawsuit due to alleged trademark infringement by online sellers. Any seller who has been named as a Defendant should definitely take this matter seriously! The Christian Dior infringement lawsuit will have real implications on your business. Be sure to read
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Federal LawsuitJune 7, 2024
The NBA is Suing Online Sellers! | Federal Infringement Lawsuit
The NBA is Suing Online Sellers! The NBA is suing online sellers! E-commerce operators have been accused of selling counterfeit NBA products on the marketplace. The platforms where these goods were sold include Amazon, Etsy, Temu, Walmart, DHgate, Wish.com, and others. The NBA trademark infringement lawsuit will affect all of the named Defendants. How will
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Federal LawsuitJune 6, 2024
Nat King Cole Trademark Lawsuit | Claims of Counterfeit Filed by Iconic NKC IP LLC
Online Sellers Sued in Nat King Cole Trademark Lawsuit Iconic NKC IP LLC has filed a lawsuit against online sellers! They own the famous musician Nat King Cole trademark. The Plaintiff contends that multiple online sellers have sold trademark infringing Nat King Cole products to consumers in the United States. Specifically, the Nat King Cole
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ContractsJune 3, 2024
Flat Fee Contract Review | Get Your Contract Reviewed Today!
Flat Rate Contract Review | The Importance of Contract Review Just because a contract is sitting on your desk in front of you that doesn’t mean you have to sign it right away! Anyone who is planning to sign an agreement should definitely understand what the contract says. Assessing the risk associated with signing off
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ContractsMay 31, 2024
Contract Litigation | What Is Contract Litigation? | Why Businesses Need Contract Attorneys
What Is Contract Litigation? | How to Avoid a Breach of Contract… Anyone who is involved in any type of business is familiar with contracts. Having a solid contract gives businesses a healthy amount of protection because they are entering into a binding legal agreement. The parties who sign off on a contract are legally
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Federal LawsuitMay 30, 2024
Kendra Scott Sues Online Sellers For Infringement
Kendra Scott Sues Online Sellers For Infringement The billion-dollar jewelry brand Kendra Scott is suing online sellers for trademark infringement! Off the bat, the Defendants may be wondering what they should do. If you’re one of the businesses named in this lawsuit, you’ll want to look into retaining an attorney. Without question, hiring a lawyer
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BusinessMay 27, 2024
What Is The Difference Between Business Law and Commercial Law?
What Is The Difference Between Business Law and Commercial Law? What is the difference between business law and commercial law? All entrepreneurs and business owners ought to know the definitions of both business law and commercial law. What are they? What’re the differences and similarities? When legal disputes or situations arise, you’ll want to be
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Federal LawsuitMay 24, 2024
Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Costa Del Mar Trademark Lawsuit
Luxottica Counterfeit Lawsuit | Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Costa Del Mar Trademark Infringement The owner of the federally registered Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Costa Del Mar trademarks is suing online sellers! Luxottica Group S.p.A. has filed a lawsuit that claims trademark infringement by e-commerce operators. These are some of the claims: Defendants […] deceive unknowing consumers by
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BusinessMay 22, 2024
How to File a BOIR For an LLC and Other Reporting Companies
How to File a BOIR | Filing a Beneficial Ownership Information Report With the Department of Treasury Business owners in the United States are talking about the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and the Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR)! With the implementation of the CTA, many entrepreneurs are asking about how to file a BOIR for
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AmazonMay 20, 2024
How to Identify Counterfeit Books | What Amazon Sellers Should Know!
How to Avoid Counterfeit Books | What Details to Look Out For Are you an Amazon seller wondering how to identify counterfeit books? Any seller who has offered books online for any period of time probably knows about the rampant amount of counterfeit books out there. If you’re not getting your inventory from a publisher,
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Federal LawsuitMay 17, 2024
Squishmallows Federal Lawsuit | Online Sellers Sued for Trademark & Copyright Infringement
Online Sellers Sued for Trademark & Copyright Infringement | Squishmallows Federal Lawsuit Sold any Squishmallows products online to consumers in the United States? That could explain why your business was named as a Defendant in a trademark and copyright infringement lawsuit. Kelly Toys, the owner of the Squishmallows trademark and copyright, is suing online sellers
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TrademarksMay 15, 2024
Trademarks – Spectrum of Distinctiveness
Trademarks – Spectrum of Distinctiveness | Things to Consider When Choosing a Brand or Product Name How the heck do you choose a brand name?! As a new company, it can prove difficult to decide on your brand name. There’s a plethora of names and words already taken up and being used. For trademark purposes,
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Federal LawsuitMay 13, 2024
Mattel Sues Online Sellers | Barbie Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
Barbie Trademark Infringement Lawsuit | Mattel Sues Online Sellers The worldwide toy company Mattel has filed a new trademark infringement lawsuit. The target of this lawsuit? Online sellers! Mattel has alleged that e-commerce operators have infringed on their intellectual property and sold counterfeit products online. The suit claims the company’s Barbie trademarks were infringed on.
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ContractsMay 10, 2024
What Are the 3 Types of SLA? | Understanding Service-Level Agreements
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EntrepreneursMay 8, 2024
Types of Business Structures | What You Want to Know About Legal Entity Formation
Business Structure Types | What Makes Sense for Your Company Are you interested in forming a company? That’s awesome! Entrepreneurship is a rewarding path with a bounty of exciting, unique opportunities for business owners. In the beginning stage of creating a business, you’ll want to explore which business structure makes the most sense for you.
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Federal LawsuitMay 6, 2024
Trademark Lawsuit Over Ramones Products
Ramones Trademark Owner Sues Online Sellers Merch Traffic, LLC is suing online sellers for offering counterfeit Ramones products to consumers! Anyone who is a Defendant in the case should respond to the court in a timely fashion. When dealing with infringement allegations, it doesn’t make sense to try and ignore the lawsuit. Doing that could
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TrademarksApril 30, 2024
A Guide to Different Types of Trademarks 2024
A Guide to Different Types of Trademarks 2024 Businesses across all industries protect their intellectual property with trademark registration. There are many different types of trademarks! You may be familiar with the ™ and ® symbols, but knowing what’s behind these symbols is key. The various trademark types apply to products and non-products (services) and
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BusinessApril 27, 2024
Paralegal Services Vs. Attorneys
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Federal LawsuitApril 23, 2024
River Light V, L.P. Sues Online Sellers | Tory Burch Trademark Infringement
Online Sellers Accused of Infringing on Tory Burch Trademarks Tory Burch is suing several online sellers for trademark infringement! The luxury fashion designer brand alleges that the Defendants strategically hide their identities and engage in sales of counterfeit goods. According to the Plaintiff, sellers on platforms like Amazon, Wish.com, Walmart, Etsy, eBay, and others have
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BusinessApril 20, 2024
What is a TRO in Business? The Definition and Effects of a Temporary Restraining Order
What is a TRO in Business? Online Sellers and Temporary Restraining Orders Have you ever heard of a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO)? If your business deals with various kinds of intellectual property, then you probably have! A TRO is a legal document put forth by a judge prior to trial. It stops a certain action
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AmazonApril 16, 2024
2024 Guide to Map Pricing
2024 Guide to Map Pricing | What is a MAP Price? What in the world of e-commerce is MAP pricing?! MAP is an acronym that stands for minimum advertised price. And the point of a MAP price? Well, as any consumer will probably know, the online marketplace is completely saturated. There are tens of millions
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Federal LawsuitApril 13, 2024
Wood Expressions Sues Sellers for Trademark Infringement
Wood Expressions Sues Sellers for Alleged Counterfeiting Wood Expressions, the international board game entertainment company, is claiming online sellers have infringed on their trademarks. Are you one of the Defendants in the case? If you got notice that your business is being sued by Wood Expressions for trademark infringement, you’ll need to act accordingly. Principally,
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AmazonApril 11, 2024
The Amazon Plan of Action | What Is It? How To Write It? What Details to Include and Exclude
The Amazon Plan of Action | Key Details Sellers Need to Know to Get Reinstated Have you been suspended on Amazon? Sellers deal with this all the time! There’s no sense in beating yourself up over what you did incorrectly. Rather, you should know that it’s a relatively common occurrence for Amazon sellers. To get
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Federal LawsuitApril 6, 2024
Marshall Trademark Infringement | Rock Music Giant Counterfeit Lawsuit
Marshall Claims Counterfeiting Network Has Committed Trademark Infringement The iconic electronic audio company Marshall has filed a federal infringement lawsuit! The company is known around the world for their rock music amplifiers. As a result of their reputation as the manufacturer of rock guitar amps, the company has suffered from rampant counterfeiting of their products. Let’s
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CopyrightMarch 31, 2024
Improper Copyright Registration | Register Your Copyright to Ensure Your Work is Protected
The Pitfalls of Improper Copyright Registration Copyright registration is relatively easy. The cost is not too high and the process of registration is comparatively fast. What many applicants don’t know is that the United States Copyright Office doesn’t scrupulously review many applications. As you may have guessed, that means a significant majority of copyrights are
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Federal LawsuitMarch 27, 2024
FCA Infringement Lawsuit | Billion-Dollar Automotive Giant Sues for Counterfeiting
Billion-Dollar Automotive Giant Sues for Counterfeiting | FCA Infringement Lawsuit FCA US LLC is suing online sellers for trademark infringement! FCA is the automotive corporation that’s associated with Chrysler, Fiat, Dodge, Jeep, Maserati, and other companies. The Plaintiff is a global billion-dollar corporation. As such, they place a high value on their various trademarks for
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EntrepreneursMarch 25, 2024
Walmart Seller Account Suspension | Determining the Reason, Creating a Plan of Action, Achieving Reinstatement
Walmart Account Suspension | How It Happens, What to Do, Staying Compliant Selling on Walmart has proven to be a good option for many e-commerce businesses. Thankfully, Amazon is not the only online marketplace! As more sellers jump onto Walmart every day, the issues faced on the platform also increase. Among the biggest hiccups is
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Federal LawsuitMarch 22, 2024
Bluey Counterfeit Lawsuit | Trademark and Copyright Infringement Claims
Online Sellers Accused of Counterfeiting Bluey Products BBC Studios Distribution has filed an infringement lawsuit. That company owns the exclusive rights to use and enforce the trademarks and copyrights of Ludo Studio Pty. The case alleges that online sellers have infringed on the trademark and/or copyright of Bluey products. Due to the popularity of the
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TrademarksMarch 20, 2024
The Undeniable Importance of Conducting a USPTO Trademark Search
USPTO Trademark Search | Business Owners Should Conduct Comprehensive Searches In Advance to Save Time and Money
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ContractsMarch 17, 2024
The Non-Solicitation Clause | How Non-Solicitation Agreements Work | Legality, Impact on Employees, and Requirements
How Non-Solicitation Agreements Work Lots of folks in the workplace want to learn more about the meaning of a non-solicitation clause. And, for good reason! Employees are frequently curious if the company they worked for can prevent them from bringing coworkers and/or the company’s clients with them when they exit. If an employee signs a
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Federal LawsuitMarch 13, 2024
Volkswagen Lawsuit | Online Sellers Accused of Counterfeit | Trademark Infringement Allegations
Online Sellers Facing Trademark Infringement Allegations Have you been notified that Volkswagen is suing you and other online sellers for trademark infringement? The Plaintiff, Volkswagen, is seeking “injunctive and monetary relief” for what they believe is rampant counterfeiting. Wondering what you should do next? Respond to the lawsuit! Even if you don’t believe your business
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Federal LawsuitMarch 9, 2024
Marc Jacobs Infringement Lawsuit | Allegations of Counterfeit | Online Sellers Affected by Restraining Order
Marc Jacobs Infringement Lawsuit | Sellers Accused of Counterfeiting Online sellers may have recently sold Marc Jacobs products on platforms like Amazon, eBay, Wish.com, and Temu. If you’re one of the e-commerce businesses who’ve done so, that could explain why you’ve been named in a new trademark infringement lawsuit. Are you looking into reaching a
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AmazonMarch 6, 2024
Issues Starting an Amazon Seller Account? | The Details Matter! | How to Resolve a Rejection, Suspension, or Request
Hoe to Resolve a Rejection, Suspension, or Request | Issues Starting an Amazon Seller Account Whether you’ve not yet applied for an Amazon Seller Account, or, if you’ve applied and been rejected or suspended, you’re in the right place. In this article, we’re going to cover the topic of issues starting an Amazon Seller Account.
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TrademarksMarch 4, 2024
What to Consider When Selling Trademarks | The Process, Details, and Options
Selling Trademarks - Considerations | Process, Details, Alternatives | Interested in Selling a Trademark? | What Mark Owners Should Know
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BusinessMarch 1, 2024
Understanding the Corporate Transparency Act 2024 | FinCEN Requirements, BOIs, and What You Need to Submit
Corporate Transparency Act 2024 | Understanding the CTA In this article, we’re going to cover the Corporate Transparency Act 2024. The CTA is in effect! The CTA was implemented on January 1, 2024. What is this act all about? The United States Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network – quite a mouthful! – or FinCEN
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 28, 2024
General Motors Trademark Infringement Allegations | Online Sellers Hit With Restraining Order | Accounts Frozen
General Motors Files Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Greetings online sellers! Have you received a surprise notice from General Motors (GM) regarding trademark infringement allegations? E-commerce operators who get these legal notices are not always sure exactly why. The complaint tied to the lawsuit explains that you and the other Defendants “Identified on Schedule ‘A’” have sold
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TrademarksFebruary 25, 2024
Cybersquatting | What Is It? | How to Combat It | Legal Actions & Methods for Protection
Cybersquatting Law | How to Combat Cybersquatting Anyone who owns a business should make themselves aware of cybersquatting. As people around the world increasingly live their lives online, more risks arise everyday for businesses. What is the definition of cybersquatting? When someone purchases a domain name or names with the same name as a business
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 23, 2024
Sued by Christian Dior? | Online Sellers Facing Trademark Infringement Allegations
Christian Dior Trademark Infringement - Schedule A Lawsuit Filed in Illinois, E-Commerce Sellers Accused of Counterfeiting
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ContractsFebruary 20, 2024
Severability Clause | Commercial Contracts | Advantages, Protections
How a Severability Clause Can Protect Your Interests Are you drafting or entering into a commercial contract? Business owners should know as much as possible about the content of the contract and its enforceability! Enforceability – what does it mean? That the agreement has the required components to compel the parties who signed it to
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 19, 2024
Streetwear Brand Supreme Claims Trademark Infringement
Supreme Claims Counterfeit Has Damaged the Brand You’ve probably heard of one of the hottest brands in the world, Supreme. They’re a skateboarding lifestyle brand formed in New York City, known globally for their streetwear apparel and accessories. Ever tried to buy some of their products? Long lines often form outside their stores when a
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AmazonFebruary 15, 2024
A Breakdown of Amazon Brand Protection | Protect Your Brand, Grow Your Business, Make More Money
Amazon Brand Protection - A Breakdown of Amazon Brand Protection | Protect Your Brand, Grow Your Business, Make More Money
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 13, 2024
NBA Files Schedule A Counterfeit Lawsuit | Trademark Infringement
Trademark Infringement | NBA Claims Counterfeiting Any online sellers who’ve sold NBA branded products may have received notice of a lawsuit. It’s a trademark infringement lawsuit, to be exact. And, the case was filed in Illinois – a jurisdiction that has seen a dramatic increase in counterfeit lawsuits like this over the last several years.
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TrademarksFebruary 10, 2024
TM vs SM | Trademark versus Service Mark | Knowing the Difference & How to File
TM vs SM | Trademark versus Service Mark The thing about intellectual property classifications is that sometimes the difference between them is very subtle. Even so, that subtly is important. Many people don’t understand what makes trademarks distinct from service marks. Grasping the complexity between a trademark (TM) and a service mark (SM) is crucial
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 7, 2024
Levi’s Trademark Infringement | Schedule A Lawsuit
Schedule A Lawsuit | Levi’s Claims Trademark Infringement Another Schedule A counterfeit lawsuit was filed in Illinois! In this instance, the Plaintiff is Levi Strauss & Co., also known as Levi’s. We have written about counterfeit cases many times in the past. This type of lawsuit has become very common among some of the world’s
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 6, 2024
Toyota Federal Lawsuit | Trademark Infringement & Counterfeiting
Toyota Federal Lawsuit | Trademark Infringement & Counterfeiting Toyota has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit, which claims many online sellers have sold counterfeit goods! Are you considering settling with Toyota? If you are, that’s definitely an option. Is it the most sensible one? Perhaps not. The bulk of Defendants in infringement cases like these reach
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TrademarksFebruary 2, 2024
Trademark Cancellation Proceedings | The Full Picture
Trademark Cancellation Proceedings | An Overview Let’s talk about trademark cancellation proceedings! What is this, precisely? Most of the time, a trademark cancellation proceeding is filed after a mark has already been registered. But, it can happen at any time. It’s a legal case that’s processed through the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB). It
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Federal LawsuitFebruary 1, 2024
Chrome Hearts Lawsuit | Trademark Infringement
Chrome Hearts Sues Sellers | Counterfeit Claims The luxury brand Chrome Hearts has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit! This happened so recently, the Defendants in the case may not even know of the suit. Who are the Defendants? Online sellers based in China and other locations around the world. What should these sellers do now?
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TrademarksJanuary 30, 2024
Descriptive Trademarks | Descriptive vs. Distinctive | What to Know
How Does the USPTO Define a Descriptive Trademark? Want to learn about descriptive trademarks? Let’s get into it! When it comes to trademark registrations, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) generally has two main purposes. 1.) The USPTO protects applicants who have a distinct name, slogan, or logo from competitors’ brand appropriation. And
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 26, 2024
Converse Claims Counterfeit
Trademark Infringement Lawsuit | Converse Claims Counterfeit Well, you’ve been named in a counterfeit lawsuit filed by Converse. What does this mean for your online business?! Before we dive into that, know that this is not a reason to panic. It’s not necessarily the end of your online selling career! Is it disruptive? Will the
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TrademarksJanuary 24, 2024
Understanding Trademark Oppositions | Opposing a Trademark
Trademark Oppositions | Opposing a Trademark So you’ve filed for your trademark application and now its been approved by the examining attorney and published for opposition. Congratulations! You should feel a huge sense of accomplishment! It’s not the easiest task as a business owner. You’ve invested your time, energy, and valuable resources into the process.
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 23, 2024
Pit Viper Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
Pit Viper Counterfeit Lawsuit Has your e-commerce business been slapped with a temporary restraining order (TRO)? Anyone suffering from the TRO should know that online sellers who have sold Pit Viper products to consumers in the United States are being sued. What does the lawsuit pertain to? Trademark infringement! This case is yet another instance
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BusinessJanuary 20, 2024
How to Write a Privacy Policy | Privacy Attorney or Not
Privacy Attorneys, Privacy Lawyer, Privacy Lawyers Nearly everything in our lives nowadays involves some measure of having an online presence. For socializing, networking, shopping, and business. Do you have an online business? Many small and medium sized business owners ponder over the issue of their privacy policy. They might be trying to figure out if
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AmazonJanuary 18, 2024
Amazon Restricted Products | Staying Compliant & Within the Law
Amazon Restricted Items | Staying Compliant & Within the Law Before you list a product on Amazon, you should be sure that it isn’t on the Amazon restricted product list. Lots of folks identify goods with little competition on the marketplace and then list them without doing their research. This kind of oversight can potentially
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 16, 2024
Infringement Lawsuit Filed by Fear of God
Infringement Lawsuit Filed by Fear of God Were you named in the Schedule A trademark infringement lawsuit filed by Fear of God? If you’re a Defendant in the lawsuit, you may have sold Fear of God brand goods online. Either on Walmart.com, Etsy, Alibaba, AliExpress, eBay, Amazon, Wish.com, or DHgate. As noted in many other
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AmazonJanuary 14, 2024
Should I Open a Walmart Seller Account? | Benefits, Boosting Sales, Diversification
Should I Open a Walmart Seller Account? | The Benefits of Selling on Walmart E-commerce sellers who have experienced any measure of success on Amazon may want to consider expanding their operation. Why take the initiative to diversify your business? Why start selling on Walmart? To make more money! That’s generally the goal of any
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TrademarksJanuary 11, 2024
Want to Trademark a Color? | How To & What To Be Aware Of
How to Trademark a Color | How to Achieve TM Protection A company can literally own a color. Seriously. It may seem ridiculous at first glance, but companies have been trademarking colors for decades. Colors are used by virtually every brand on the planet! You might be wondering what gives one company the right to
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AmazonJanuary 9, 2024
Amazon Transparency Program | What You Should Know as an E-Commerce Seller
What is the Amazon Transparency Program? Sellers on Amazon probably know about the Amazon Transparency Program. Launched in 2017, the service is designed to allow verification of goods prior to shipping. It is essentially a serialization service for products that exists to prevent counterfeit items from being sold on the platform. The transparency program is
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 5, 2024
Monster Energy Trademark & Copyright Lawsuit
Monster Energy Trademark & Copyright Lawsuit Stockman & Poropat, PLLC has developed effective solutions for many online sellers who have been hit with Temporary Restraining Orders (TRO) as part of infringement lawsuits. We know your money is hard earned and respect that your time is incredibly valuable. Our aim is to protect your business. When
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Federal LawsuitJanuary 2, 2024
Oakley, Luxottica, and Costa Del Mar Trademark Infringement
Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Over Sale of Sunglasses Have you been accused of trademark infringement in a lawsuit filed by Oakley, Luxottica, and Costa Del Mar? The claims made against the Defendants in this case pertain to counterfeit Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Costa trademarked sunglasses. A number of online sellers have been affected by this suit. Whether
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ContractsDecember 31, 2023
Commercial Contracts | Advantages, Purpose, and Function
Commercial Contracts | What Business Owners Should Know When business owners wish to conduct a transaction with another business, they often rely on commercial contracts. Just like any other contract, a commercial contract is an agreement between your business and one or more other businesses, which is legally binding. Any business that’s intent on transacting
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TrademarksDecember 29, 2023
Common Law Trademark Rights | Scope of Protection and Limitations
Common Law Trademark: What Are Common Law Trademark Rights? Are There Limitations to Protection? When Do I Use the "TM" Superscript?
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Federal LawsuitDecember 27, 2023
Dyson Patent Infringement Lawsuit | What Online Sellers Should Do
Dyson Patent Infringement Lawsuit Dyson has recently filed another patent infringement lawsuit against online sellers! If you know anything about Schedule A lawsuits filed in the Northern District of Illinois, then the details of this suit will not come as a surprise. Many of the claims included in the lawsuit are extremely similar to other
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BusinessDecember 23, 2023
What Can a Merger and Acquisitions Lawyer Do For You?
Merger and Acquisitions Lawyers When it comes to mergers and acquisitions (M&A), having qualified and experienced legal counsel can be the difference between success and failure. A business lawyer is crucial in that they make sure you have the right contracts, structuring, finance, and compliance in order. Our team handles the due diligence for you!
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Federal LawsuitDecember 21, 2023
Birkenstock Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
Birkenstock Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Birkenstock, the massively popular billion-dollar shoe manufacturer best known for their sandals, is suing online sellers for trademark infringement. As you may have guessed, this is yet another Schedule A counterfeit lawsuit. And yes, it was filed in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. What does
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AmazonDecember 18, 2023
How and When to File a DMCA Counter Notice on Amazon
Attention Amazon sellers! Has your Amazon account been suspended due to a copyright violation claim? This happens more often than many sellers would like to believe. You have recourse! The most effective way to get your account reinstated is by filing a DMCA counter notice. Now, just what in the world wide web is the
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TrademarksDecember 15, 2023
How to Trademark a Phrase | Protecting Yourself From Infringement
How to Trademark a Phrase As a business owner, you may wish to establish your product or service as distinct from the competition. When your offerings are unique, customers are more likely to land on your page or store and make a purchase. What’s the best way to make your goods or services distinct? Creative
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AmazonDecember 13, 2023
Business Owners May Benefit From Expanding into Amazon Canada
Selling on Amazon Canada | A Potential Path for Major Growth Are you an Amazon seller seeking to reach the widest possible customer base? If we had to guess, the answer would be yes! It goes without saying, having access to more and more markets is the way to expand and maximize your earnings as
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TrademarksDecember 11, 2023
How to Trademark a Book Title | The Weird and Funny Truth
How to Trademark a Book Title Human beings have been writing books for thousands of years. The desire to create a great story will probably never cease. Because, as Joan Didion said, “We tell ourselves stories in order to live.” It’s an essential, timeless aspect of the human condition. Who knows, someone may be writing
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Federal LawsuitDecember 8, 2023
Lululemon Sues Online Sellers in “Schedule A” Lawsuit
Lululemon Sues Online Sellers Lululemon, the internationally recognized athletic apparel company, has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against online sellers. The Defendants in this case may have been made aware of the suit by way of a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO). If you were impacted by the lawsuit, you may already know what the TRO
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AmazonDecember 6, 2023
Certified Refurbished Amazon | Making Informed Purchases on Amazon Renewed
Amazon Renewed | Refurbished vs. Used Many customers who purchase certified refurbished goods on Amazon Renewed receive them in a less-than-pristine condition. When a product is damaged, customers will often return it back to the manufacturer under warranty. These goods are considered refurbished, which does not have the same meaning as used. Manufacturers do not
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ContractsDecember 5, 2023
Contract Lawyer | NYC Metro Area | Use an Attorney, Save Yourself the Headache
Contract Lawyer | NYC Metro Area Business owners should consider contracts an essential aspect of their operation. A properly drafted contract can allow your business to thrive, grow, and earn profit. You can avoid many issues and conflicts and ultimately save money with the right contract. Your business will very likely benefit from using the
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Federal LawsuitDecember 1, 2023
Oakley Patent Infringement Lawsuit
Oakley | Patent Infringement Claims Oakley, one of the biggest eyewear and apparel manufacturers in the world, has filed a federal lawsuit against online sellers. The brand filed this Schedule A lawsuit to combat e-commerce sellers who have sold patent infringing products. The legal complaint associated with the case states the Defendants’ unauthorized sale of
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TrademarksNovember 29, 2023
Trade Dress Infringement | Knowing the Difference Between Trademark & Trade Dress
Trade Dress Infringement What is the difference between trademark and trade dress? Trademark protects the product or service itself. Whereas, trade dress protects the way a good is dressed or packaged on the market. It can also protect the decor or atmosphere of a service. Trade dress is the part of trademark rights that protects
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BusinessNovember 27, 2023
Legal Entity Formation | Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, Corporations, LLCs
Legal Entity Formation In this article, we will be discussing legal entity formation. We will explore several examples of legal entities, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and limited liability companies. Each type of entity comes with different legal implications insofar as business operation and taxes are concerned. If you are a business owner, understanding which
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Federal LawsuitNovember 24, 2023
Kendra Scott | Schedule A Infringement Lawsuit
Kendra Scott | Schedule A Infringement Lawsuit Several Defendants have been named in the Kendra Scott trademark lawsuit. If you are one of them, you may be wondering why you are being sued for infringement. The brand has accused a group of e-commerce operators of selling trademark infringing goods to consumers in the United States.
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AmazonNovember 23, 2023
Amazon FBA Reimbursement | Fulfillment by Amazon | Outsourcing Storage, Packing, Shipping
Amazon FBA Reimbursement As we noted in our previous article Amazon Seller, sellers can sign up for Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA). With FBA, Amazon handles storage, packing and shipping orders, and customer service. This order fulfillment model may be an effective tool for an e-commerce business. Yet, the Amazon customer returns policy can have negative
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Federal LawsuitNovember 20, 2023
Canada Goose Trademark Lawsuit
Canada Goose Trademark Lawsuit E-commerce sellers on multiple platforms have been named in a “Schedule A” federal trademark lawsuit filed by Canada Goose. This has affected sellers of Canada Goose products on Etsy, Temu, eBay, Amazon, Wish.com, DHgate, Walmart, and AliExpress. The suit describes several alleged actions taken by sellers to avoid responsibility. If you
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AmazonNovember 17, 2023
Amazon Fake Reviews | Finding a Legal Remedy | Genuine Reviews Build Trust
Amazon Fake Reviews The reviews customers leave for products on Amazon are highly valuable. Sellers rely on them to establish a reputation and customers use them to inform their purchases. As a result, many people have tried to manipulate reviews or create blatantly false reviews. In the past, Amazon allowed “incentivized reviews,” which are reviews
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ContractsNovember 15, 2023
Business Contract Lawyers | Draft & Execute an Enforceable Contract
Business Contract Lawyers A business contract is a legally binding agreement signed by at least two parties, either as an individual or business. A contract states certain terms and mutual obligations that must be adhered to as part of the transactional engagement. The contact also specifies what will happen if any of the concerned parties
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TrademarksNovember 13, 2023
Trademark Portfolio Management | Trademarks & Branding Define the Core Value of a Company
Trademark Portfolio Management Arguably, trademarks and branding assets define the core value of a company. If you have or wish to have several trademarks, you may want to work with a law firm that offers trademark portfolio management services. What is trademark portfolio management? Generally, attorneys who offer this kind of management service provide guidance
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BusinessNovember 10, 2023
Intellectual Property Lawyer | Counseling, IP Protection, Enforcement
What can an intellectual property (IP) lawyer do for you? The specific duties of an intellectual property attorney may vary, depending on the area of law they work in. Most IP lawyers offer client counseling, intellectual property protection, and help with the enforcement of rights. Counseling, Intellectual Property Protection, Enforcement Attorneys offer counseling to assist
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AmazonNovember 4, 2023
Amazon Suspended Account | Developing a Plan of Action, Filing an Appeal
Many Amazon sellers are blindsided when a top-selling item in their store was suspended or their account was deactivated. If Amazon informs you that a profitable product is suspended or your account deactivated, you may have questions. “What do I do?” you may be wondering. You will need to develop a Plan of Action. Filing
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TrademarksNovember 2, 2023
Trademark Symbol | SM, TM, R | Meaning & Usage of Symbols
Types of Trademark Symbols As a business owner who offers goods or services you need to protect your brand. Trademarks are one of the best options to achieve that protection. A key part of the process of trademark registration is understanding that you can use trademark symbols. There are three different symbols available to you.
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Federal LawsuitOctober 26, 2023
Rainbow Friends Copyright Lawsuit
Rainbow Friends Copyright Lawsuit - An Examination of a Schedule A Infringement Lawsuit Filed in Illinois Against E-Commerce Sellers.
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Federal LawsuitOctober 24, 2023
Leatherman Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
Have you been named in the Leatherman trademark infringement lawsuit filed in Illinois? As a Defendant, your e-commerce account has been frozen by a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO). According to Leatherman, sellers have offered customers in the United States counterfeit products online. The platforms in question include Amazon, Wish.com, eBay, Etsy, DHgate, Temu, Alibaba, and
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AmazonOctober 13, 2023
Selling Textbooks on Amazon | Editions, Rules, Sourcing | Fulfillment, Inventory, Ranking | Avoiding Counterfeits
Selling Textbooks on Amazon Interested in selling textbooks on Amazon? The first thing you should consider is editions. There are various kinds of textbook editions, such as international editions, previous editions, and teacher editions. Make sure the ISBN of any textbook you list for sale matches the ISBN on that product’s Amazon detail page. The
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ContractsOctober 11, 2023
Contracts Attorney | Understanding Contracts | Safeguarding Your Interests
What is a Contract Attorney? A contract attorney drafts, manages, and executes contracts for their clients. Among their responsibilities, a contract lawyer may help their clients with intellectual property concerns or prepare case strategies. They also handle real estate transactions and draft settlements or contracts. What is a Contract? A contract is a legal agreement
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TrademarksOctober 9, 2023
Trademark Classes | What Are the Different Classes? | How to Submit a Successful Application
What Are Trademark Classes? A trademark class refers to the category of the goods or services your business sells with your trademark. Depending on the type of goods or services you offer, you may require one trademark class or multiple classes. These broad classes serve to categorize your goods or services for the purpose of
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BusinessOctober 6, 2023
Corporate Lawyer | Contract Services & Corporate Governance
In essence, a corporate lawyer represents a corporate entity. As such, they advise a given company of their rights and duties under the law. Corporate lawyers do not represent employees or shareholders. A corporation is its own legal entity. It is legally formed within a given state to conduct business. So, a corporation is viewed
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TrademarksSeptember 29, 2023
Register A Trademark | Words, Phrases, Symbols, Designs
Register A Trademark: Identification A word, phrase, symbol, or design may not be registered as a trademark on its own. The trademark you wish to register must be identified with an exact type of goods or services. However, you are permitted to register your trademark with more than one good or service, and it may
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AmazonSeptember 28, 2023
Amazon Used Like New | Adhering to Condition Guidelines
Amazon Used Like New: Used Sold Like New Complaint. Why Have You Received the Complaint and What Steps Should You Take for Protection?
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AmazonSeptember 25, 2023
Amazon Seller | Beginners Guide to Getting Started on Amazon
A Beginners Guide to Getting Started as an Amazon Seller Are you just beginning to start selling on Amazon? The first step is to create an Amazon selling account. You can do this by going to sell.amazon.com, where you can sign up and create your Amazon account. Enter your name, email, and the password you
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BusinessSeptember 11, 2023
Business Contracts Lawyer | How to Draft a Contract | Protecting Your Company
Contract Law, What Is It Exactly? To start off, the foundation of this area of law is contracts. A contract is a legal agreement between parties that establishes mutual obligations for individuals and businesses. You can protect your interests by utilizing a contract. Contracts specify and delineate terms for transactional engagement. The contract states the
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BusinessSeptember 10, 2023
Vorys Cease and Desist Letter | Understanding C&D Letters
What is a Vorys Cease and Desist Letter? Simply, a cease and desist letter (C&D) is a letter sent to a person or company who has allegedly engaged in misconduct, which demands they stop engaging in that misconduct. Vorys is a large firm that sends out a lot of these letters to Amazon sellers. Vorys
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EntrepreneursSeptember 9, 2023
FulFilled by TikTok (FBT) | TikTok’s New Fulfillment Service
Fulfilled by TikTok (FBT) Last month, TikTok launched Fulfilled by TikTok (FBT) in the UK, which streamlines the process of selling on the platform. Merchants can use the TikTok Shop in a similar way to Amazon’s Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA). According to TikTok, FBT houses, packs, and ships goods to consumers on behalf of merchants.
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CopyrightAugust 17, 2023
Filing A Copyright | What is a Copyright? Benefits of Filing & Registration
What is a Copyright? Am I Protected Without Registration? Filing a copyright. A copyright is protection of the expression of your ideas in a tangible form. Registration of a copyright provides you with the exclusive rights to publish, film, perform, print, or copy your protected work in any manner. There are many different kinds of
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AmazonAugust 15, 2023
Amazon Dropshipping | Order Fulfillment, Procurement, Storage, Shipping
What is Amazon Dropshipping? Amazon dropshipping is a method of order fulfillment for e-commerce operators that entails outsourcing procurement, storage, and shipping to a third party supplier. The dropshipping business model is simple. As an e-commerce seller, you provide the storefront online and promote your products. When you receive a customer order, you forward the
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TrademarksAugust 9, 2023
Trademark Lawyer | Identifying, Searching, Creating a Filing Strategy
What Is The Purpose of a Trademark Lawyer? Trademark attorneys assist with identifying your trademark, completing a trademark search, and creating a filing strategy. They also draw up the trademark application and handle responses to any actions or refusals by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). If you live outside the US or
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Federal LawsuitAugust 7, 2023
Amazon Sellers Sued: Pop It Toys Lawsuit
Amazon Sellers Sued: Pop It Toys Lawsuit. Foxmind Canada Enterprises, LTD. has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit in the US District Court, Southern District of New York. The lawsuit is targeting a long list of Defendants for their alleged unauthorized sale of Pop It fidget toys on Amazon. The majority of the Defendants are e-commerce
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CopyrightJuly 28, 2023
Intellectual Property | Trademark & Copyright Registration: Cost, Timeline, Necessity
Trademark & Copyright Registration: Cost, Timeline, Necessity | Intellectual Property How to Register a Trademark… Trademark registration is one of the most effective and practical means to protect your intellectual property. Whether you own a company, brand, product, or website, a trademark can protect you. Not only does a registered trademark protect your business or
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Federal LawsuitJuly 23, 2023
LifeVac “Schedule A” Infringement Lawsuit
Are you one of over 170 Defendants named in a LifeVac “Schedule A” infringement lawsuit? As an online seller on Amazon or various other e-commerce marketplaces, the filing has affected your account(s). The Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) froze your account balance. Which means, you have been blocked from actually touching the money you have earned
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BusinessJuly 20, 2023
Business Law
Business Law: What You Need to Know To Achieve Success Stockman & Poropat, PLLC is comprised of a stellar team of attorneys well-versed in business law. Few ventures are more thrilling than starting a business! As you may already know, forming a business involves making a series of important decisions. If you have a unique
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Federal LawsuitJuly 14, 2023
Schedule A Defendants Scheme: Chinese Amazon Sellers Targeted
Schedule A Defendants (SAD) Scheme In recent years, Chinese Amazon sellers may have been unfairly targeted in huge intellectual-property infringement lawsuits filed in Chicago. These lawsuits are technically legal. Even so, trademark and copyright holders regularly claim hundreds of sellers are acting in concert to sell counterfeit goods. Regardless of the truth. The result? Amazon
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AmazonJuly 12, 2023
Selling on Amazon
Creating a Brand: Forming a Legal Entity The decision to start selling on Amazon is very exciting! As you may expect, however, there are many key factors to consider and a huge amount of often-confusing information to digest. One major aspect of starting a business is selecting what legal entity type makes sense for you.
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Federal LawsuitJuly 6, 2023
Roku Sues for Trademark Infringement
Roku Sues for Trademark Infringement As an e-commerce seller, your account(s) may have been hit with a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) for selling Roku products to customers in the United States. Whether you are based in China or elsewhere, the billion-dollar audio and video equipment giant, Roku, has filed a lawsuit against a number of
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Federal LawsuitJuly 4, 2023
WubbaNub Claims Copyright Infringement
WubbaNub Claims Copyright Infringement WubbaNub has filed a lawsuit against online sellers for copyright infringement. This is the company that produces a stuffed animal with a pacifier attached to it. Trebco Speciality Products, Inc.,which owns the brand, claims counterfeiters are illegally offering unauthorized goods to consumers in the United States. As a Defendant named in
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Federal LawsuitJune 29, 2023
Toyota Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
Toyota Trademark Infringement Lawsuit. Have you received a notice stating you have been named in a counterfeit lawsuit filed by Toyota? Case No. 23-cv-02839, to be exact. As a Defendant in this e-commerce suit, your online business may have a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) put upon it. The TRO is related to the allegations described
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Federal LawsuitJune 27, 2023
Peppa Pig and PJ Masks Infringement Lawsuit
Peppa Pig and PJ Masks Infringement Lawsuit. Dealing with the negative effects of a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO)? Your e-commerce business deserves to operate without interruption. Entertainment One UK, LTD. (eOne), which has the registered trademarks and copyrighted designs for Peppa Pig and PJ Masks, has filed a lawsuit. Case No. 23-cv-02820 claims that you
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Federal LawsuitJune 22, 2023
PAW Patrol Trademark and Copyright Infringement Claims
PAW Patrol Lawsuit Against E-Commerce Sellers PAW Patrol Trademark and Copyright Infringement Claims. Spin Master LTD. and Spin Master, Inc. have filed a lawsuit, claiming e-commerce sellers have engaged in trademark and copyright infringement. Case No. 23-cv-02781 was filed by the firm Greer, Burns & Crain, Ltd. According to PAW Patrol, the brand has been
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AmazonJune 20, 2023
Amazon INFORM Consumers Act: What to Know
Amazon INFORM Consumers Act A new federal law will go into effect on June 27, 2023, called the INFORM Consumers Act. What is the INFORM Consumers Act? Integrity Notification Fairness in Online Retail Marketplaces…for Consumers Act INFORM protects small businesses from counterfeiting and increases overall transparency within online marketplaces. As an Amazon e-commerce seller, you
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Federal LawsuitJune 15, 2023
Fox Racing Counterfeit Lawsuit
Fox Racing Counterfeit Lawsuit. Fox Racing, the major motocross and mountain biking gear and apparel brand, is suing e-commerce operators for trademark infringement. Greer, Burns & Crain, Ltd. has filed this case: No. 23-cv-02779. To begin with, the main allegation detailed in the notice you received as a Defendant in the case is that you
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Federal LawsuitJune 13, 2023
Rubik’s Cube E-Commerce Trademark Lawsuit
Rubik’s Cube E-Commerce Trademark Lawsuit. As an e-commerce seller on Amazon, AliExpress, Wish.com. Walmart, eBay, Etsy, DHgate, and other platforms, you may have sold Rubik’s Cube products. The Rubik’s Cube is considered the most popular puzzle toy on the market and is a household name. What’s more, while this toy is widely recognizable around the
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Federal LawsuitJune 8, 2023
Harry Styles Trademark Lawsuit
The exclusive licensee for Harry Styles branded tour merchandise in the US is suing several e-commerce businesses. Perhaps you are one of the Defendants in case No. 23-cv-02718, filed by Greer, Burns & Crain, Ltd. Harry Styles Trademark Lawsuit. The immediate effect of the lawsuit filed against you and the other named Defendants is the
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Federal LawsuitJune 7, 2023
Poppy Playtime Copyright Lawsuit
Have you sold Poppy Playtime products online? That may be the reason why you were recently named as a Defendant in a lawsuit filed by Enchanted Mob Inc and Mob Entertainment, Inc. Poppy Playtime Copyright Lawsuit. Case No. 23-cv-02642 Let us break down the details of the suit. That way, you may fully comprehend the
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Federal LawsuitJune 1, 2023
Harley-Davidson Infringement Lawsuit
Harley-Davidson Infringement Lawsuit. If your e-commerce business has sold Harley-Davidson products, the following information about Case No. 23-cv-02637 may be pertinent to you. As a matter of fact, the motorcycle brand Harley-Davidson is seeking injunctive and monetary relief in response to an alleged counterfeiting operation. In the event that you are a named Defendant in
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Federal LawsuitMay 30, 2023
Dyson Trademark Lawsuit: 23-cv-02363
Dyson trademark lawsuit. The Dyson brand has filed another lawsuit against e-commerce operators offering hair styling products. The Dyson products in question are curling irons, straighteners, hair brushes, and other hair styling apparatus. The law firm Greer, Burns & Crain, Ltd. is handling the suit on Dyson’s behalf. The allegation is that you and other
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Federal LawsuitMay 25, 2023
Christian Dior Infringement Lawsuit
Christian Dior infringement lawsuit. According to Case No. 23-cv-02604, your e-commerce business may have been seriously interrupted by a Dior lawsuit. Consider that, if you are a Defendant then your online account(s) were impacted by a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO). Wow, what an inconvenient thing that is! We deeply understand and sympathize with your possible
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Federal LawsuitMay 23, 2023
Deckers Lawsuit Against E-Commerce Sellers
Deckers lawsuit against e-commerce sellers. Have you sold Deckers-owned UGG footwear products on Amazon, Etsy, Wish.com, eBay, AliExpress, Alibaba, or DHgate? Consequently, you may have received a legal notice naming you in a patent infringement lawsuit. The insufficient “verification and confirmation” of your seller identity on these “third party service providers” may be the leading
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Federal LawsuitMay 18, 2023
Harley-Davidson Counterfeit Lawsuit
Harley-Davidson suing sellers. The motorcycle giant Harley-Davidson has filed a lawsuit against e-commerce sellers, claiming trademark infringement and counterfeiting. As a recipient of this notice, you are one of the named Defendants in the case. By extension, we expect your online business may have been halted by a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO). Not exactly the
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Federal LawsuitMay 16, 2023
Dyson Sues for Patent Infringement
Dyson sues online sellers. We suspect that you have landed on this page because Dyson slapped your e-commerce account(s) with a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO). Know this, you are not alone. A number of Defendants have been named in the lawsuit. Their business has been similarly affected. What happened exactly? In brief, Dyson has claimed
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Federal LawsuitMay 9, 2023
Rainbow Friends E-Commerce Lawsuit
E-Commerce Sellers Sued by Rainbow Friends For Sale of Copyright Infringing Products Rainbow Friends has filed a lawsuit to purportedly “combat e-commerce store operators who trade upon Plaintiff’s reputation and goodwill by selling and/or offering for sale Unauthorized Rainbow Friends Products.” The suit alleges that you are selling copyright infringing Rainbow Friends products to customers
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Federal LawsuitMay 8, 2023
Nike Sues for Trademark Infringement
Nike Sues for Trademark Infringement. Suit filed against e-commerce sellers in China and elsewhere for counterfeiting, trademark infringement.
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