What Does a Fashion Lawyer Do? A Hub for Every Specialism
What does a fashion lawyer do? Explore 14 fashion law specialisms, who handles which problem, day-to-day work, and how to become one.…
Louis Vuitton vs My Other Bag (2016) : Trademark Lawsuit
Normally, slapping another company’s trademark on your product is a no-go. But there are loopholes! One such loophole involves parody. A recent court case…
Intellectual property rights and fashion: What Cleveland State learners need to know
Understanding intellectual property (IP) rights is crucial for anyone in the fashion industry. IP rights can protect your unique designs and brand identity, ensuring…
Trademark Epiphany in Tiffany v Costco
Case Background The case involves diamond engagement rings sold at Costco using the trademarked term TIFFANY. In November 2012, a customer alerted Tiffany to…
Protecting Intellectual Capital: The Global fight Against Trademark and Patent Trolls
The Global Challenge of Trademark and Patent Trolling In today’s interconnected global marketplace, the phenomenon of trademark and patent trolling has emerged as a…
How Fashion Trends are impacted by the Economy?
It’s been no secret that ever since Covid-19 took over the world the economy has not been great. With rising costs of living, low…
Fendi Adele S.r.l. v. Ashley Reed Trading, Inc. case study
Introduction The case of Fendi Adele S. r. l. v. Ashley Reed Trading, Inc. (2010) illustrates how relevant is the issue of trademark protection…
Airing the Dirty Laundry behind Fashion Companies’ Supply Chains
Fashion, design, and production is often perceived as an attractive and glamorous industry, filled with the best creative minds. Consumers only see the bright…
NFTs and Fashion: Are they NFTreasure or NFTrojans
The fashion industry is known for its adaptiveness and capitalization on the latest trends. May it be biotechnology, activism, or sustainability. Also, art and…
IP And usage Rights For User-Generated Content (UGC)
Introduction In today’s digital age where everyone is armed with a smartphone and social media platforms and online communities thrive, creating, and sharing content…
The Rolex Trademark Case (Rolex Watch USA, Inc. v. Beckertime, LLC)
In a world where creativity converges with commerce, trademarks act as guardian of brand identity. Brands stand for not just garments and accessories but…
Copyright’s tattoo industry dilemma: Miles Davis Tattoo case through an Indian perspective
Various communities used to ink their bodies as a cultural identity. Santhals in West Bengal, Baiga Women cultural tattoos in MP and Labyrinth Ritual…
Chanel Wins Over Reseller What Goes Around Comes Around: A Blow To Resellers?
Chanel has once again gained the media spotlight through its fierce way of protecting its IPR and brand reputation. The iconic French Luxury House…
Nike Battle For “Footware”: Innovation Vs Monopoly
In the highly competitive world of athletic footwear and apparel, Nike is known for blending aesthetics and technology, resulting in cutting-edge designs that are…
Trademark Hurdles in Upcycling: Legal Red Flags in Green Solutions
The signs of the times indicate that our environment is distressed and has an expiration date. To save us from the sin of fast…
Modern Slavery: The Vicious Cycle In The Supply Chain Of Fashion Industry
The fashion industry, one of the multi-billion industries in the world which employs millions of population, holds a dark secret of complicity in the…
The Marc Jacobs Tote Bag Controversy
The iconic bag was introduced by Mac Jacobs into the world of fashion and luxury in the year of 2019. This bag soon after…