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Nike intensifies legal battle against customisation industry

When Nike filed a lawsuit against The Shoe Surgeon last week for unauthorized sneaker customisation, it was more than a move to protect intellectual property, as the sportswear giant seeks to quash third-parties customising its products. The lawsuit is part of a broader strategy employed by Nike and other luxury brands to combat the rising tide...

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Nike files 60 million dollar lawsuit against the Shoe Surgeon

Sportswear giant Nike is accusing American shoemaker Dominic Ciambrone, better known as The Shoe Surgeon, of unauthorized use of trademarks and counterfeiting of his designs. Nike is launching a $60 million (55.04 million euro) lawsuit against The Shoe Surgeon, as compensation for the alleged damages. This was reported by the Instagram account...