Birkenstock Sandals Are Not “Works of Art,” Says German High Court

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Birkenstock Sandals Are Not “Works of Art,” Says German High Court

In a headline-making decision on Thursday, Germany’s Federal Court of Justice ruled that Birkenstock’s iconic sandals do not qualify as works of art and therefore, are not entitled to copyright protection. The decision from the highest court of civil jurisdiction in ...

February 20, 2025 - By TFL

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Rolex Leverages Brand Recognition to Beat Out “Laulex” Trademark

Rolex Leverages Brand Recognition to Beat Out “Laulex” Trademark

February 20, 2025 - By TFL

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Richemont Sues Silversmiths Amid Surge in Van Cleef & Arpels Fakes

Richemont Sues Silversmiths Amid Surge in Van Cleef & Arpels Fakes

February 19, 2025 - By TFL

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Hermès Nabs Win in French Fight Over Copycat Birkin Bags, NFTs

Hermès Nabs Win in French Fight Over Copycat Birkin Bags, NFTs

February 18, 2025 - By TFL

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Nike, SKIMS, and the Enduring Appeal of the Co-Branded Collection

Nike, SKIMS, and the Enduring Appeal of the Co-Branded Collection

February 18, 2025 - By TFL

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A New Way of Trademark Squatting in China: Cancellation Due to Non-Use

A New Way of Trademark Squatting in China: Cancellation Due to Non-Use

February 13, 2025 - By Victoria Lei

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Gucci Claims Lord & Taylor Won’t Turn Over Counterfeits in Legal Clash

Gucci Claims Lord & Taylor Won’t Turn Over Counterfeits in Legal Clash

February 12, 2025 - By TFL

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Thomson Reuters Lands Win in Key Copyright v. AI Lawsuit

Thomson Reuters Lands Win in Key Copyright v. AI Lawsuit

February 12, 2025 - By TFL

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The Shoe Surgeon Argues Fair Use, First Sale Doctrine in Nike Sneaker Lawsuit

The Shoe Surgeon Argues Fair Use, First Sale Doctrine in Nike Sneaker Lawsuit

February 10, 2025 - By TFL

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Chanel v. What Goes Around Comes Around: Timeline of a Resale Case

Chanel v. What Goes Around Comes Around: Timeline of a Resale Case

February 5, 2025 - By TFL

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Nike Registered Design Overturned: A Lesson in Prior Art Challenges

Nike Registered Design Overturned: A Lesson in Prior Art Challenges

February 4, 2025 - By TFL

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TTAB Cites Weakness of “12” in Cosmetics Branding in Win for Metabeauty

TTAB Cites Weakness of “12” in Cosmetics Branding in Win for Metabeauty

February 3, 2025 - By TFL

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Dior Wins Battle to Block Adult Film Star Gigi Dior’s Trademark Registration

Dior Wins Battle to Block Adult Film Star Gigi Dior’s Trademark Registration

January 31, 2025 - By TFL

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The Workings of and Use Case for a Fashion Brand’s Archive

The Workings of and Use Case for a Fashion Brand’s Archive

January 31, 2025 - By Felicia Caponigri

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Inside the Rise, Fall, and Revival of the Famed Burberry Check

Inside the Rise, Fall, and Revival of the Famed Burberry Check

January 31, 2025 - By TFL

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Beige Battle: Influencers Spar Over “Systematic Copying” in Ongoing Lawsuit

Beige Battle: Influencers Spar Over “Systematic Copying” in Ongoing Lawsuit

January 30, 2025 - By TFL

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Demand for Daigou Among Key Issues for Brands in China

Demand for Daigou Among Key Issues for Brands in China

January 29, 2025 - By TFL

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Inside Rick Owens’ Bid to Register its Hot-Selling Sneaker as a Trademark

Inside Rick Owens’ Bid to Register its Hot-Selling Sneaker as a Trademark

January 28, 2025 - By TFL

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What Dupes, Fast Fashion & China’s Slowdown Mean for Luxury Brands

What Dupes, Fast Fashion & China’s Slowdown Mean for Luxury Brands

January 27, 2025 - By Teresa Sádaba

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Nike vs. the Shoe Surgeon: A Dive into the Lawsuit Over Customized Sneakers

Nike vs. the Shoe Surgeon: A Dive into the Lawsuit Over Customized Sneakers

January 27, 2025 - By TFL

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