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Australian Leather loses trademark battle over Uggs

Published: May 12, 2021

Australian footwear company Australian Leather’s court appeal against Deckers Outdoor’s footwear brand Ugg, renowned for its sheepskin boots, has been rejected following a four-year legal battle. The company, which considers the sheepskin boot to be a national symbol and “ugg” to be a generic term, sought to have the U.S. trademark rescinded and suffered a US$450,000 loss in court.

Ermenegildo Zegna wins counterfeit court case in China

Published: October 25, 2018

The high-end fashion label has won a five-year long court battle against counterfeiting in China.

Louboutin could lose red sole trademark

Published: February 12, 2018

French luxury footwear designer, Christian Louboutin, could lose its legal battle to protect his iconic red sole as a trademark.

‘UGG’ battle continues in court

Published: May 4, 2017

The battle against the use of ‘UGG’ as a trademark continues as small Australian sheepskin boot makers suffer punitive damages by U.S. based footwear manufacturer Deckers.

LVMH gives up battle to own Hermes

Published: September 4, 2014

LVMH have decided to give-up its four-battle to acquire a stake in rival French luxury leather goods maker, Hermes. The company will now sell a significant stake in the company that it owns.

LVMH agreement with eBay over counterfeit goods

Published: July 25, 2014

LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton and eBay Inc have settled a long-running court battle over the sale of counterfeit luxury goods on the U.S company's online auction website.