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Philipp Plein Develops Anticounterfeiting Strategy
Since January, the fashion firm has seized about 50,000 Philipp Plein counterfeit products across 35…
DNA Says Models Aren’t ‘Indentured Servants’ in Row Over Adwoa Aboah
The agency said models can switch agencies as they please in response to allegations that it poached Aboah…
WWD Law Review: Disclosure Rules and Trademark Battles
Will the tougher FTC rules on disclosure mean magazine editors now will have to reveal that brands paid for…
Matteo Marzotto Tax Evasion Charges Dismissed
Marzotto has turned to the European Court of Human Rights for further retribution.
Warby Parker Joins Amazon, States in Push Against Trump’s DACA Rollback
One of the fashionable eyewear brand's cofounders is an immigrant.
Ex-Gucci Employee Launches $10M Sexual Harassment Suit
The former sales associate, who earlier took her allegations to the EEOC, claims a manager harassed her.
Louis Vuitton Loses Supreme Court Bid in My Other Bag Suit
The luxury house's long shot appeal didn't make the cut.
Chanel Wants to Put an End to ‘Shanel’ Retailer
The luxury house's rights to the Chanel name don't stop at mere spelling.
WWD Law Review: Trump’s Impending Deposition and Influencer Rules
Ivanka Trump's deposition seems on in her legal battle with Aquazzura, while the FTC talks tougher disclosure…
Sears, Kmart Facing $1M Lawsuit Over Sanuk Yoga Sandal
Sanuk owner Deckers is accusing the retailers of ripping off one of its best-selling designs.
FBI Bribery Investigation Ensnares Adidas Exec, NCAA Officials
The investigation led to charges against 10 people, including one executive at Adidas.
City of London Police Shuts 28,000 Web Sites Selling Counterfeits
The announcement comes as officials launch an awareness campaign to highlight the dangers of using illicit…
WWD Law Review: Stripes, Stripes and More Stripes, Plus the Counterfeit Battle
Kule has sued the Clare Vivier brand over the use of stripes, while LVMH goes to court over web sites selling…
Kendall, Kylie Jenner Nix Photographer’s Claims in T-shirt Lawsuit
The sisters questioned whether the purported photographer actually has any rights to the disputed images.
Fendi Scores $39 Million Win Against Amazon, eBay Knockoff Sellers
Dozens of Amazon and eBay store operators were caught selling counterfeit Fendi products.