Apple Is Facing A Trademark Lawsuit In Europe Over The Term iWatch
A European trademark holder is taking Apple to court over the ‘iWatch‘, trademark name, despite the fact that the company has chosen to call it’s smartwatch the ‘Apple Watch.’ Probendi, a software development studio, is suing Apple for its use of 'iWatch' as a paid promotion Google AdWords term, which directs users to Apple's store page. Probendi owns the 'iWatch' trademark in Europe, and obtained the 'iWatch' trademark back in summer 2008
Chanel Enforces Legal Rights over Its N°5 Perfume Trademark
According to reports, the Paris-based design house, is now taking legal action against a small South Australian chocolate company that has been forced to change its business logo after being issued with a cease-and-desist letter from Chanel lawyers, last month - citing trademark infringement of the No. 5 branding. The issue ignited when 'Chocolate @ No. 5', a small chocolatier in South Australia, tried to register a trademark for its logo.
Alexander Wang in Contract Talks With Balenciaga
As soon as Alexander Wang was appointed Creative Director of Balenciaga in December 2012, replacing Nicholas Ghesquière, his appointment was seen as a move to inject the heritage brand with his signature cool. And all seemed to be going well - or at least we thought. However now two and a half years on, WWD is reporting that the designer is currently in negotiations talks with the fashion label over the renewal of his contract – and rumour has it that his contract may not be renewed at all.
Italian Authorities Close Down 400+ Websites Selling Fake Luxury Goods
With Milan Fashion Week in full swing, and the world’s top designers showcasing their spring/summer 2016 collections. Italian authorities have closed down over 400 websites selling fake luxury goods including Prada handbags and Patek Philippe watches and launched raids against counterfeiters nationwide.
Tamara Mellon Starts Legal Action Against Luxury Fashion House Jimmy Choo
Tamara Mellon, the businesswoman who built Jimmy Choo into a renowned fashion brand, is launching a legal battle against her former company for anti-competitive practices and breach of EU anti-trust laws. The law firm Olswang, representing Tamara Mellon has written to Jimmy Choo with accusations that it has imposed restrictive terms on a series of leading Italian leather suppliers, obligating them to pledge not to work with Tamara Mellon Brand LLC,
Yves Saint Laurent Ad Banned For Featuring 'Unhealthily Thin' Model
Yves Saint Laurent ad banned for showing underweight' model. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) today published its ruling on the image, which appeared in Elle magazine, after one complainant reported it as “irresponsible”.