Law

Katy Perry Triumphs in Trademark Battle Against Katie Perry

Pop superstar Katy Perry has successfully appealed a trademark ruling against Australian designer Katie Perry, whose birth name is Katie Jane Taylor.

Shein Seeks to Maintain Legal Pressure on Temu

Shein, the Chinese fast-fashion giant, urges a federal court in Washington to keep its lawsuit against rival Temu active.

Lululemon's Stock Plunge Amid DEI Mismanagement Legal Claims

A recent lawsuit filed against Lululemon by shareholder James Wong claims that the company’s mishandling of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and inventory issues has significantly impacted its share price.

Alibaba Settles Shareholder Lawsuit for $433.5 Million Amid Monopoly Claims

Alibaba Group has agreed to pay $433,500,000 million to settle a class-action lawsuit filed by shareholders who accused the company of engaging in monopolistic practices.

Hailey Bieber’s Rhode settles trademark lawsuit over Rhode

On July 3, 2024, Hailey Bieber’s beauty brand, Rhode, reached a settlement in a high-profile trademark dispute that had spanned over two years.

Christian Dior's Trademark Lawsuit Against Springfield's Café Dior

Fashion giant Christian Dior has launched a lawsuit against Café Dior, a chic eatery on Main Street in Springfield.

EU targets fast fashion e-commerce with new customs policy

The European Union is set to overhaul its customs regulations significantly, targeting the low-cost e-commerce retailers such as Chinese fast fashion giants Shein, Temu, and AliExpress.

5 Fashion Lawsuits to Monitor in 2024

The fashion and retail industries are no strangers to high-stakes legal battles, and 2024 has certainly set the stage for some gripping courtroom dramas.

Temu responds to news of lawsuit from Arkansas, US

The State of Arkansas has filed a significant lawsuit against the Chinese e-commerce platform Temu, accusing it of severe privacy violations and deceptive trade practices.

California advances first-of-its-kind textile recycling bill

Senate Bill 707 (SB 707), also known as the Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024, represents a groundbreaking piece of legislation addressing the growing issue of textile waste in California.

Alchohol Alternative Poppi Soda Sued In New Lawsuit

The popular soda brand Poppi is facing a class-action lawsuit, with allegations centered around the prebiotic benefits touted by its beverages.

Boohoo investors launch modern slavery lawsuit

Fast-fashion giant Boohoo is facing a fresh investor lawsuit in the UK. Scrutiny over Boohoo’s business practices has escalated following allegations of mistreatment within its supply chain, specifically targeting its Leicester factories.

Boohoo Investors Seek £100 Million in Damages After Minimum Wage Row

Boohoo, the fast-fashion retailer, faces a significant legal challenge as a group of investors seeks over £100 million in damages.

£1 billion damages claim filed against Amazon by UK retailers

A £1 billion damages claim will be filed today against Amazon on behalf of retailers selling on Amazon’s UK marketplace.

Birkin Bag Shoppers Expand Hermès Antitrust Case

Hermès, the French luxury house, faces escalating legal challenges as American shoppers broaden their class action lawsuit accusing the company of antitrust violations.

Spyware Lawsuit Against Kim Kardashian's SKIMS Settled

The legal drama that had overshadowed the celebrity shapewear brands’ otherwise stellar financial performance has finally been resolved.

Coach dismisses copyright infringement lawsuit against Gap

Coach’s parent company Tapestry has taken the step to dismiss its lawsuit over trademark infringement against Gap Inc.

Stanley water bottle class action lawsuit

The company behind the Stanley brand of cups, Pacific Market International LLC (PMI), is currently embroiled in a lawsuit over allegations of false advertising and fraud concerning lead content in their popular tumblers.

Aritiza wins window display lawsuit against Tangle Inc

Aritzia has convinced a U.S. court to dismiss a copyright infringement lawsuit. The case, which centered around allegations that Aritzia had copied designs for hot pink, squiggle-shaped sculptures resembling Tangle Inc.’s

Plaintiffs Drop Greenwashing Lawsuit Against H&M

Two plaintiffs have voluntarily dismissed their lawsuit against the global fashion retailer, H&M which had accused the company of misleading consumers with false sustainability claims.