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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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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Coach and Quince: Classic Bags Classic Trademark Infringement Dispute
Overview: Fashion house Coach files trademark infringement action against direct-to-consumer brand Quince. Might consumer survey evidence give one brand an edge? It’s in the bag. Cutting Middleman Cuts Costs Coach is a luxury brand owned...
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Lady Gaga Announces Tour; Trademark Infringement Mayhem Ensues
Overview: Lost International LLC v. Germanotta (aka Lady Gaga) shows the intersections of music, merchandising, fashion branding, and intellectual property protections. How might consumer surveys be used to quell IP mayhem? Where Fashion Branding Meets...
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