Patagonia Sues Gap

Patagonia Sues Gap

I just saw this short news release and thought it might be of interest. Patagonia Sues Gap Article The suit is related to the Gap allegedly copying Patagonia’s “iconic” flap pocket on its fleece jackets. The short article specifically discusses goodwill and confusion, including an example of a customer genuinely being confused.

IP in Karate

IP in Karate

I know Professor Festinger is probably hoping that someone will do an interpretive IP dance, and while I won’t be doing that here, this gets close! My contribution here relates to copyright and trademark issues in the creation of a hybrid kata based on two different styles of karate. For those not in the know, […]