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1. Tesla
- Case Numbers: 24-cv-21265; 24-cv-21263; 24-cv-60530; 24-cv-00172; 24-cv-21278; 24-cv-21300
- Prosecution date: April 4, 2024; April 5; April 8
- Reason for prosecution: Trademark infringement
- Court: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas
- Law firm: The Brickell IP Group
Tesla is a world-renowned electric car and energy company, and a leader in the global new energy vehicle field. Tesla's main product lines include electric vehicles, solar panels and energy storage equipment, etc. Its electric vehicle technology, autonomous driving technology and battery technology are all in the leading position in the industry. It is worth mentioning that Tesla has also disclosed a large number of patents worldwide . These patents cover many key areas such as electric vehicle charging piles, autonomous driving technology, energy storage batteries, etc., and have made great contributions to the technological progress and popularization of the entire industry. The picture comes from Tesla's official website In April this year, Tesla went against its norm and filed six lawsuits on April 4, April 5 and April 8, all of which were mainly aimed at trademark infringement. Tesla's aggressive approach shows its resolute attitude towards combating trademark infringement. It is reported that the core trademarks that Tesla is defending this time include its iconic "TESLA" word trademark and unique "T"-shaped graphic trademark .
These trademarks are registered in a wide range of categories, and any commercial use without Tesla's authorization will be considered infringement. If you search for "Tesla" on Amazon US, you will see more than 30,000 related links for sale, covering a wide range of categories, including many sellers of auto parts. Although Tesla has not yet applied to the court for a TRO, sellers involved in related categories should still conduct relevant inspections as soon as possible.
2. Otterbox Phone Case
- Plaintiff: Otter Products, LLC
- Prosecution date: April 1, 2024
- Reason for prosecution: Trademark infringement
- Court: United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
- Law firm: The Brickell IP Group
OTTERBOX is an American brand of protective cases for consumer electronics. It focuses on providing solid shell protection for various electronic devices to ensure that the devices are protected from damage. OTTERBOX's product line is rich and diverse. It not only covers protective cases for mainstream electronic devices such as mobile phones and tablets, but also launches a variety of special products for different needs and scenarios, providing consumers with more personalized choices. The picture comes from the homepage of OTTERBOX official website On Amazon, OTTERBOX's related products have been selling well. Take mobile phone cases as an example. The sales of two products exceeded 10,000 last month and received wide acclaim from consumers. It can be said that OTTERBOX's sales are very stable and its customer retention rate is relatively high. Any related words or icons are considered infringements, so sellers should be aware of self-inspection. The following are only some of OTTERBOX's trademarks for sellers' reference: Although this case involves brand-related trademarks, sellers also need to pay attention to the patents and copyrights owned by OTTERBOX to avoid inadvertently infringing its rights during the sales process. The copyright records registered in the name of the plaintiff are as follows: In addition, OTTERBOX owns many patents, some of which are for reference only: Overall, Otterbox attaches great importance to the intellectual property protection of its brands and products. It has actively applied for a large number of trademarks and patents to safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of its brands and their innovative achievements. Sellers should always be vigilant and do a good job of investigation to avoid violating the legal red line.
3. Levi's
- Plaintiff: Levi Strauss & Co.
- Prosecution date: April 4, 2024
- Reason for prosecution: Trademark infringement
- Court: U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Levi's, as a world-renowned jeans brand, has always been leading the world's denim trend. The brand has always implemented the concepts of authenticity, individuality and self-expression, and is deeply loved by consumers, playing an important role in the fashion industry. Over the years, Levi's has continuously expanded its product line, which not only covers various styles of jeans, but also launched a complete clothing series including tops and accessories to meet the diverse needs of different consumers. The picture comes from Levis official website Levi's most famous trademark is its "double arc" logo . This logo originated from the double arc stitching used on the back pocket when the brand produced its first pair of jeans in 1873. Today, this trademark enjoys a high reputation around the world and is an important symbol of the brand's identity. In order to maintain the good brand image and its own legitimate rights and interests, Levi's has always taken a very firm attitude towards infringements and actively protected its rights through legal means. Levi's seagull line pattern and small red label are very easy to be infringed by sellers. The word Levi's and Levi's related logos cannot be used to avoid infringement. The following are some Levi's trademarks for sellers' reference only: In general, "no matter how small the infringement is, it is a big deal". Nowadays, e-commerce platforms such as Amazon, Shein, and TikTok Shop pay more and more attention to intellectual property rights. Therefore, sellers should also be vigilant in their business operations, prevent infringements, and strengthen their awareness of self-protection.
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