Victory at the 9th Circuit for Doniger / Burroughs in Fabric Design Row

Pasadena, CA – Doniger / Burroughs obtained its second victory of the day before the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals when the panel issued an order reversing the district court’s entry of summary judgment for the alleged infringer in a dispute over the copying of multiple fabric designs. The firm’s client had created three different textile designs and provided samples of the designs to one of its customers. It is alleged that the customer then copied the designs through an outside source and sold garments bearing the designs to fashion industry buyers. The district court had ruled that no infringement had taken place, but the 9th Circuit found that ruling to be in error. The case will now proceed to trial.

Stephen M. Doniger, Esq. of Doniger / Burroughs argued for appellants.
Erika Van Loon, Esq. of Glaser Weil LLP argued for appellees.

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    Doniger / Burroughs is California’s premier fashion, art, entertainment, and technology law boutique. The firm has resolved more than 1,000 disputes over the almost 20 years it has been in existence, and has represented all manner of individuals and businesses in the creative industries. Its lawyers have extensive state and federal court experience, and hail from well-regarded law schools. The firm has been on the forefront of cutting-edge copyright law, appearing often before judges, juries, and the Courts of Appeal. It has tried more copyright infringement cases than virtually any other firm over the last 5-10 years, and has obtained for its clients numerous six- and seven-figure verdicts and settlements.

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