IPNews® – The owners of famous feline Grumpy Cat filed a lawsuit against its coffee maker licensee Grenade Beverage.
The lawsuit claims that Grenade used the famous Grumpy Cat images and trademark on t-shirts without authorization. The lawsuit also alleges that Grenade did not give Grumpy Cat LLC a percentage of the Grumppuccino profits or provide sales and profit numbers. To continue reading, click: Grumpy Cat Sues Grenade Beverage for Copyright Infringement
IPNews® – A recently published patent application by Apple covers technology allowing devices to record and transmit biometric data on unauthorized users.
The recorded information, such as fingerprints and photos, could be used to identify and help prosecute thieves. Though likely to appear in upcoming Apple products, the timing of the release is uncertain. To continue reading, click: Apple Patent Will Deter Theft of Devices by Taking Photos, Videos and Fingerprints
IPNews® – In response to a new razor design by Edgewell Personal Care Co, Proctor and Gamble has filed a lawsuit through its subsidiary The Gillette Company.
Gillette argues false advertising over Edgewell’s claim that the razor shaves as good or better than Gillette’s Mach3 razor. The lawsuit also claims patent infringement, unfair competition, and deceptive acts and practices. To continue reading, click: Proctor and Gamble Files Patent Infringement Lawsuit Versus Shaving Rival
IPNews® – A federal judge has ruled that Solid Oaks, a tattoo artist company, cannot seek statutory damages or attorney’s fees in its copyright infringement lawsuit.
The lawsuit was brought against Take-Two Interactive Software and 2K Games over the use of the tattoos in video games starting in 2013. Take-Two claims the use qualifies as fair use and is de minimis. To continue reading, click: Statutory Copyright Damages Not Available in Lebron James Tattoo Lawsuit
IPNews® – Hamburger chain Tasty Burger claims Chipotle has violated its trademark rights with its new chain Tasty Made.
Both companies also use a red banner with white text as part of the logo. Though Tasty Burger sent a cease and desist letter with no response, Tasty Burger CEO said he will continue to work to protect the company’s trademark. To continue reading, click: Tasty Burger Chain Claims Chipotle Has Infringed its Trademark
IPNews® – After a judge rules that an animal cannot own a copyright, PETA has filed an appeal. PETA’s case seeks to grant a monkey a copyright for a photo he took with a nature photographer’s camera. Currently the photo is seen as existing in the public domain.
To continue reading, click: PETA Files Appeal in Monkey Selfie Case
IPNews® – Rapper and producer Perry Moise recently ran into trouble when he adopted the stage name “Burberry” and used iconic branding elements of the luxury fashion brand Burberry.
Burberry, the English fashion brand, sent several cease and desist letters with no response and eventually filed a trademark infringement and dilution lawsuit. In a recent update, it appears that Moise has agreed to cease use of the Burberry trademark. To continue reading, click: Rapper Changes Name After Burberry Files Trademark Lawsuit
IPNews® – Adidas has filed a lawsuit against Skechers, claiming patent infringement over a shoe design that attaches running blades to the sole of the shoe.
This lawsuit is the second one by Adidas and third one by a major competitor against Skechers in the past year. The shoe industry is seeing a trend in increased litigation over intellectual property in recent years. To continue reading, click: Adidas Sues Skechers Over Patent Infringement
IPNews® – Based on a patent filed by Google, baby monitoring is going high-tech.
The patent seeks to protect a smart crib integrated with high technology baby monitoring which detects things like baby movements, temperature, and oxygen levels. The crib will even analyze the baby’s cries and can be proactive in resolving the issue. To continue reading, click: Google Seeks a Patent for a Smart Crib
IPNews® – Ivanka Trump has been accused of committing trademark infringement related to a shoe design.
Italian-based luxury shoe brand Aquazzura has filed a trade dress infringement lawsuit against her and has alleged this isn’t the first knockoff. The lawsuit also named Ms. Trump’s company IT Collection, and her licensee Marc Fischer. To continue reading, click: Ivanka Trump in Trademark Lawsuit with Luxury Shoe Brand