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Crocs’ Long-Time Legal Rival Agrees to Pay $6 Million
The clog maker originally sued U.S.A. Dawgs' Canadian affiliate in 2006.
Puma Accuses Brooks of ‘Copying’ Its Foam Technology
The athletic gear maker filed a complaint against Brooks that suggested its competitor "contacted" a Puma…
Adidas and Nike Lock Horns Over Tech
Adidas claims Nike's Adapt footwear and training and SNKRS apps infringe together infringe on nine of its…
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The Lycra Company Settles Denim Patent Case
China's Jiangsu Authority mediated a lawsuit initiated by Lycra Company against four firms infringing on its…
Peloton Goes on the Offensive After Lululemon Infringement Claims
Peloton filed a complaint against Lululemon that includes requests to invalidate five design patents the…
China IP Authorities Rule in Favor of Lycra’s Denim Patent
The company initiated several infringement suits related to its dual core and multi-core patents for denim…
Birdies Responds to Rothy’s $2M Patent Infringement Lawsuit
In a legal spat over flats, Birdies acknowledged similarities between the pair's products, but claims Rothy's…
Nike and Skechers Rivalry Heats Up With Fourth Patent Lawsuit
Skechers and Nike are back in court—this time the king of sportswear alleges Skechers ripped off one of its…
Rothy’s Countersues ‘Notorious Copyist’ Steve Madden, Alleging Patent Infringement
Rothy's the brand behind the popular "The Point" ballet flat, is battling Steve Madden in court to protect…
Nike Skewers ‘Skecherized’ Products in New Lawsuit
Nike is filing suit against Skechers and its allegedly "copycat" behaviors, with two previous lawsuits…
Why This Streetwear Brand’s Dragging Adidas and Under Armour to Court
Milkcrate Athletics claims both brands have taken its ideas and turned them into profits.
Levi’s Reportedly Reaches Settlement with Yves Saint Laurent Over Iconic Red Tabs
Levi Strauss & Co. has settled its lawsuit against Yves Saint Laurent for allegedly infringing one of its…
Christian Louboutin Wins Red Bottom Patent Case in EU Court
Christian Louboutin, the brand behind the famous "red bottom" high-heeled women's shoes, has won a case…
Skechers Asks Courts to Dismiss Adidas’ Claims of Patent Infringement
Skechers has asked a court to preemptively dismiss an Adidas claim of patent infringement.
New Lawsuit Alleges Nike Made Over $40 Million Using a Patented Trademark
Lontex Corporation, makers of Sweat It Out athletic apparel, has filed a lawsuit against Nike for "willful"…