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The Supreme Court declined to hear Vetements. The FederalCircuit’s doctrine of foreign equivalents stands. Here’s what international brands need to knowbefore filing in the U.S. In January 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to take up Vetements Group AG v. Stewart.With that single decision — actually a non-decision — a Swiss luxury label lost its […]

Why Your Foreign Brand Name Might Fail at the USPTO (Even If It’s Protected Everywhere Else in the World)

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Crocs has spent years trying to establish that the shape of its classic clog is not just a design choice, but a brand identifier capable of functioning as a 3D trademark and protectable trade dress. The company has asserted these rights globally, with a mix of wins and setbacks. A newly surfaced 2025 Colorado federal […]

Crocs’ 3D Shoe Design Under Pressure: What This New U.S. Dispute Reveals About Protecting Product Shapes

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