Overview: “Dupes” are more than just knockoffs; they’re a phenomenon. How might consumer surveys help mitigate the trademark clash between dupes and the original brands? What Are Dupes? Dupe is slang for “duplicate,” and it...
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Buc-ees and Barc-cees: Pit Stop Trademark Brawl
Overview: Beavers, Bulldogs, and brand confusion: What can the Buc-ee’s vs. Barc-ee’s lawsuit tell us about trademark infringement and the power of consumer perception? Beavers, Bulldogs, and Brand Confusion Buc-ee’s is a chain of mega-sized...
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Expert Spotlight: Dr. Molly Spencer
Dr. Molly Spencer is an expert in sensory science–the science of how things taste, smell, feel, sound, and look. She is also an expert in consumer science. Her expertise is called for anytime a client...
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Eat. Drink. Play. Litigate? Dave & Buster’s Sues Arcade Time Over Alleged Trademark Infringement
Overview: Dave & Buster’s sues Florida business Arcade Time over its trademarked phrase, “Eat Drink Play.” Who will win in a trademark lawsuit, and can consumer surveys play out in court? Eat Drink Play Sue...
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White Lotus and Duke University: Trademark Infringement, Mental Health, and Artistic Expression
Overview: HBO’s hit series The White Lotus included a T-shirt with Duke University’s trademarked logo, worn during a highly emotional moment. How might consumer surveys be used to protect trademarks and brands in the face...
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