Overview: The maker of Labubu dolls, Pop Mart, launches a trademark complaint against makers of dupe Lafufu dolls. How might consumer surveys address La-fuss? LaFACTS: The Rise of Fake Collectibles: Labubu and Lafufu Beijing-based toy…
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How Courts and Consumer Perception Shape Luxury Fashion IP – Boatkin vs Birkin
Overview: Sewing dissent: When bag makers incorporate the hardware and design of a Hermès bag, are they infringing on design trademarks? How might consumer surveys stitch together a case? Trademark infringement and intellectual property disputes…
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NAD Issues Decision on Hairy Dispute in Influencer Disclosures
Overview: A beauty and personal care influencer failed to disclose her financial relationship with the brand whose product she was endorsing–and the brand paid the price. How might consumer surveys help ensure fairness in sponsored…
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That’s Amore: Domino’s Love Affair with Food Science and Consumer Research
Overview: The Domino’s Pizza story, from a pizzeria in Michigan to global success, is built on sensory research. Learn how food science and sensory research help Domino’s dominate the global pizza market. The food industry…
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Dupe Culture Clash with Trademark Law
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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