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French Court Rules on Royal Photos
An injunction was granted against further publication of topless photos of the Duchess of Cambridge.
Chanel Fined in World Tricot Case
Paris Court of Appeal ordered brand to pay 200,000 euros, or $258,400 at current exchange, in a long-running…
Gucci Hacker Gets Jail Sentence
A former Gucci network engineer was sentenced to between two and six years in state prison on Monday.
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Luxury titan accuses Libération of public insult with its cover story.
Obama Artist Shepard Fairey Sentenced in Court
Fairey got a two-year probation and was fined $25,000 for contempt of court in connection with his stylized…
Hermès, LVMH Dispute Going to Court
The luxury group shot back Tuesday by revealing it would file a suit against Hermès for “slander, blackmail…
Hermès Files Suit Against LVMH
The complaint accuses LVMH of insider trading and manipulating stock prices.
Workers in Cambodia Allege Harassment
Standoff with garment factory has seen 2,500 workers strike over sexual complaints.
Alexander Wang ‘Sweatshop’ Lawsuit Dismissed
A judge dismissed the lawsuit waged by the designer's former employees, after both sides agreed on a…
Martha Stewart Appeals Injunction in Battle With Macy’s
MSLO claims J.C. Penney’s presence will constitute "distinct Martha Stewart" stores.
Blufin Wins Copyright Case
The company had accused a Naples firm of copying several of its designs and creating brand confusion.
Prosecutor Seeking 9 Years Jail Time in Burani Case
It is widely believed Giovanni Burani masterminded the expansion of the firm, piling up debt and dabbling too…
Owner of Singapore’s Alldressedup Faces Lawsuit
Tina Tan-Leo is facing charges from a former landlord.
French Branch of D. Porthault Changes Hands
The U.S. owners of the luxury linens firm’s parent holding company plan to file suit.
Michael Kors Latest to Take on Cybersquatters
The best scammers are using Twitter, Pinterest, Facebook and RSS Feeds to publicize their products, in a move…