TrailersPlus Challenges Cargo Company Over “Patriot” Mark
Two transportation companies face off over competing use of the registered mark “Patriot” for enclosed cargo trailers.
Hotel Industry Giant Takes Aim at Travel Agency with Similar Name
Hotel giant IHG sues travel agency operating under the same initials, seeking punitive and statutory damages for trademark infringement and an injunction.
Georgia Chemical Company Faces Trademark Infringement Suit in Colorado Court
Battle of the stars – Georgia Chemical Company Faces Trademark Infringement Suit in Colorado Court over allegedly similar and willful use of the name “Five Star.”
Georgia Bulldogs Granted Preliminary Injunction and Asset Freeze Against All 75 Defendants in Mass Counterfeiting Case
University of Georgia Athletic Association, Inc. v. Aiyun yu et al, Civil Action No. 1:22-cv-03818 (N.D. Ga., Sept. 22, 2022) On November 4, 2022, Judge Thomas W. Thrash, Jr., granted a Preliminary Injunction as to all Defendants in a mass counterfeiting claim. The University of Georgia Athletic Association, […]
RE/MAX Win Leverages Trademarks and Copyrights to Protect Consumers from Real Estate Fraud
Real estate franchise company wins default judgment and permanent injunction against local agents’ fraudulent marketing tactics by leveraging trademark and copyright protection to swiftly combat consumer fraud.
“God is Dope” Trademark Holder Files Infringement Suit Against Atlanta Apparel Company
Steven King d/b/a If Love is a Drug…God is Dope v. God is Dope, LLC and God is Dope Foundation, Inc. and Sharod Simpson, Civil Action No. 1:22-cv-03926-CAP (N.D. Ga., Sept. 28, 2022) Plaintiff Steven King is the founder of a faith-based movement based on his personal journey. […]
Models Sue Ga. Nightclubs, Alleging Their Photos Were Used Without Consent for Promotional Purposes
Posada et al v. Parker Promotions et al, No. 4:22-cv-00121-CDL (M.D. Ga. Aug. 10, 2022): Skinner et al v. The Cave Entertainment, Inc. et al, No. 1:22-cv-03162-ELR (N.D. Ga. Aug. 10, 2022): Killings et al v. Galardi South Enterprises Consulting, Inc. et al, No. 1:22-cv-03163-WMR (N.D. Ga. Aug. […]
“Grady Baby” Owners Suit Up for Trademark Battle
Gradybaby Apparel LLC et al. v. Grady Baby Company and Apparel LLC, Civil Action No. 1:22-cv-02681-CAP (N.D. Ga. July 7, 2022) Plaintiffs Gradybaby Apparel LLC, Marcia Williams, and Perlander Williams filed suit against Grady Baby Company and Apparel LLC and Terrence Albritton for, inter alia, trademark infringement in […]
Declaratory Judgment Suit Based on Latches Survives Motion for Judgment on Pleadings
Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. v. ProCaps Laboratories, Inc., Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-05187-WMR (N.D. Ga. June 29, 2022) Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a manufacturer of dietary supplements for fat burning and weight loss, filed a declaratory judgment suit against competitor and dietary supplement retailer ProCaps Laboratories, Inc. in the Northern District […]
Georgia-based Flooring Company Sues Ex-Franchisee for Trade Secret Theft and Trademark Infringement
Floorcoverings International, Ltd. v. Keding et al., Civil Case No. 1:22-cv-02545-CAP (N.D. Ga. June 24, 2022) Plaintiff Floorcovering International, Ltd. (“FCI”) filed suit against Tim Keding, Bryan Keding, and Keding Corporation on June 24, 2022 in the Northern District of Georgia (Atlanta Division) asserting claims of (1) violation […]
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