Law firm sues for trademark infringement

Jones Day recently sued Blockshopper.com in the northern district of Illinois for trademark infringement.  

Blockshopper.com provides real estate news and local market data for select areas, including Las Vegas, Chicago, and south Florida.  Blockshopper.com reported on real estate purchases in the Chicago area by two Jones Day lawyers.  According to media reports, Jones Day alleges Blockshopper.com infringed its trademark rights by mentioning the firm’s name in the article and providing a link to the Jones Day web site.

Gander Mountain wins trademark dispute with Cabela’s

The Eighth Circuit Court Appeals affirmed a district court decision granting Gander Mountain the right to use its marks in direct sales and marketing.  See more here.