As Amazon maintains its chokehold on ecommerce sales, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is attempting to reclassify Amazon as a distributor of goods. If successful, this would expose Amazon to liability for third-party products sold on the...
The internet, characterized by its borderless nature, has introduced significant challenges to the traditional concepts of personal jurisdiction in federal courts. This issue was recently highlighted in the First Circuit Federal Appeals Court, where, after a Motion to...
The wild west of the e-commerce landscape keeps many trademark owners up at night trying to protect their brand. In the ever-expanding online marketplace, counterfeiters pop-up daily trying to make a quick buck passing off inferior products as strong household brand...
In a David vs. Goliath-esque legal saga, Rogue Fitness (ROGUE), a well-known workout products company, finds itself embroiled in a trademark dispute against Rogue Ridge LLC (Rogue Ridge), a mountain bike seller. At the heart of the matter lies the use of the term...
Earlier this year, a rare case of copyright infringement was brought against the National Football League (NFL) and the Detroit Lions over a statue of Hall of Fame player Barry Sanders. The case, filed in January in New York federal court by photographer Allen Kee,...
Is the dripping wax seal of Maker's Mark famous? What about the Texas Longhorn Football logo – surely that's famous, isn't it? While many would say those are famous and indelible American symbols, in the area of trademark law, specifically trademark dilution, there is...
(This article was updated on November 22, 2024, to reflect that a Pennsylvania jury awarded Penn State $28,000 in damages on November 20, 2024.) This week, a Pennsylvania federal jury found that online apparel retailer Vintage Brand LLC, print-on-demand company Prep...
In the ever-expanding landscape of e-commerce, the presence of unauthorized resellers can pose significant threats to a brand's reputation and bottom line. Brands should take a proactive approach in combatting unauthorized resellers. Understanding Unauthorized...
The start of the new year is a pivotal time in the retail sector for re-evaluating marketing and brand protection. Unfortunately, competitors often devise innovative ways to capitalize on the marketing and sales efforts of hardworking brand owners. While shady...
The Impact of E-Commerce Revolution The rise of e-commerce has revolutionized the way we shop, making it easier than ever to access a wide range of products from the comfort of our homes. While this convenience has brought countless benefits, it has also given rise to...