Unit 2 Discussion Slogans and Trade Dress Infringement
Throughout this course, many discussion opportunities come up where you need
to respond to other people's opinions and comments. Then, respond to your
Discussion topic after you have completed your Reading.
As you know, CARDWARE likes to delve into clothing styles for a wide target
audience. Recently, it came up with a name for its slogan which CARDWARE
has placed on the right front of its jersey sweaters. It also has a boomerang
symbol with the words, “Just Use It.” underneath it. The well-known athletic
clothing manufacturer Nike® found out about the Cardigans use of a slogan they
claim is similar to their own and now want to bring a lawsuit against CARDWARE
Inc. Discuss whether or not Nike has a case. Be sure to discuss the principals
associated with trademark infringement and give your opinion whether or not you
think the two slogans are confusingly similar or not.
HINT: Place phrase words such as “Famous Legal Trade Dress” and “Slogan
Infringement ” into your search engine for cases that may be similar so that you
may help engage your peers in a lively discussion.