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Tipperary crystal sue giftware seller over alleged trademark infringement
Summary
Allied Imports Ltd, owner of the Tipperary Crystal brand, has sued Kavanagh Giftware Ltd for allegedly passing off Tipperary Crystal trademarks on the packaging of mugs and cups sold by the defendant. The plaintiffs claim the defendant uses a grey and white graphic representation of the Tipperary Crystal mark on the inside and outside of its packaging, and that the goods are sold in Enniscorthy, Wexford, and online, with wholesale distribution to other Irish retailers. Allied Imports and director Robert Scanlan argue that the unauthorized use causes public confusion. They seek injunctions to stop the passing off, orders to have the infringing goods seized and destroyed, and damages. The case was admitted to the fast‑track Commercial Court list by Justice Brian McGovern after a challenge by Kavanagh's counsel, and is scheduled to return in February. The proceedings remain at the pleading stage, with no verdict yet.
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What: Report matter: Tipperary crystal sue giftware seller over alleged trademark infringement. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
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- 2017-10-09 Publication
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