Tag: unfair competition
Dupe influencers and the shadow of infringement: who is accountable?
“Dupe fever” has taken over social media, but it has also raised legal alarms. Influencers who promote low-cost products that try to resemble those of major luxury brands without mentioning the name of those brands or advertising agreements, are posing new legal challenges. Where can we draw the line between legitimate inspiration and unfair competition? […]
The Attack of the “Stuffed Cookie Monster” Brands
The Provincial Court of Alicante has ruled in favor of a Spanish company in a trademark infringement and unfair competition case brought against another Spanish one, in connection with the marketing of some biscuits. The court concluded that the appearance and presentation of this product infringed a well-known trademark. This case underscores once again how […]
My product was copied and I haven’t registered it.. .. Is there anything I can do?
The Unfair Competition Law establishes the possibility of taking action against copying or imitation in specific circumstances, namely, when the creations are covered by an exclusive right, when there is risk of association, or if they would be taking unfair advantage of a third party’s reputation or efforts, when this is avoidable. These days, when […]