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Ferragamo Group fights counterfeiting
The Italy-based group has announced thousands of actions carried out in 2015. A new microchip will start to be embedded in Ferragamo shoes and leather goods with an aim to make counterfeiting more difficult
FDRA fights for greater IP protections for US footwear industry
The claim was made by the Association’s President in a moment when counterfeits and seizures surge
Announced closures by shoemakers in China
According to the China Leather Industry Association (CLIA) website Stella International is closing its facility in Dongguan city. The same source has reported that 60 other shoemakers are closing their business in the Putian city (Fujian)
Traffic Shoes files for bankruptcy
The US-based shoe retailer and its related companies have filed for bankruptcy. Owner aims to close stores and restructure costs
Crocs sues Evacol for patent infringement
The US-based company, famous for its clogs, has filed a lawsuit against a Colombian retailer, Evacol, claiming patent infringement
UGG focus on counterfeit protection
In preparation for the holiday season the brand launched social media accounts dedicated to counterfeit awareness and education
Skechers wins favorable ruling in Nike lawsuit
The Chief Administrative Law Judge of the International Trade Commission ruled that Skechers’ famous twinkle toes and bobs product lines do not infringe Converse’s Chuck Taylor design
Vibram strengthens anti-counterfeiting efforts
The maker of the famous FiveFingers barefoot-style running shoes admits taking aggressive steps to prevent the counterfeiting of its products
Birkin authorizes Hermès to continue using her name
The France-based company reiterated its commitment to the ethical treatment of crocodiles in its partner farms. Actress Jane Birkin satisfied with the company's efforts
Skechers sues Steven Madden
The US-based company claims the famous footwear designer is infringing on its Skechers Go Walk footwear line
Converse sues dozens of companies over Chuck Taylor imitations
The US based shoe company, which is a subsidiary of Nike, is suing 31 different companies (including both retailers and manufacturers) for allegedly copying its Chuck Taylor all star shoes
Lawsuits put footwear companies on the spot
Skechers filed a lawsuit against Reebok International Ltd, alleging infringement of patents, and New Balance is taking action against Karl Lagerfeld’s brand
Vibram settles a 3.75 million USD lawsuit over shoes with alleged health benefits
The maker of the famous FiveFingers barefoot-style running shoes has agreed to a multi-million dollar settlement over the shoes’ declared health benefits-
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