Reviews of the Book
This first monograph focusing specifically on secondary trademark infringement bids fair to become a definitive desk reference on a topic of growing importance. Notwithstanding the limitation suggested by its title, the book expansively considers secondary infringement and liability for dilution/tarnishment and cybersquatting as well, and addresses its topic in not only classic trademark disputes but also a variety of special situations, including franchising, web hosting, credit card services, and several others. Beginning with policy, doctrine, and the basic elements of a claim, the book is logically and meticulously well-organized and easy to read and use as a reference. Enhanced by an engaging and user-friendly writing style, and a straightforward approach to its subject, the book offers analysis of the applicable case law as well as practice notes. It’s an instant necessity for the desktop or bookshelf of any serious trademark practitioner.
—Robert C. Cumbow, Attorney, Graham & Dunn PC
Secondary Trademark Infringement is a comprehensive and up-to-date guide to the law of secondary liability for trademark infringement. To my knowledge, it provides the only complete review and analysis of all the relevant cases, legal theories and emerging issues relating to someone other than the direct infringer being accused of infringing another’s trademark. And unlike many other treatises, it includes a full complement of excellent Practice Notes written by a seasoned IP litigator. Topics covered include (i) the elements of contributory trademark infringement, (ii) secondary trademark infringement on the Internet, (iii) a comparison of secondary trademark and secondary copyright infringement, and (iv) a review of other “subspecies” of secondary trademark infringement and their respective legal standards. For anyone seeking practical insight on how to litigate secondary liability cases, or answers to questions on the topic in general, Secondary Trademark Infringement is an essential reference work that belongs on every trademark attorney’s bookshelf. It is a well written, well organized, straightforward guide that delivers on its promise of providing a full overview and examination of this dynamic area of the law.
—Oliver Herzfeld, SVP and Chief Legal Officer, Beanstalk, a leading global brand licensing agency and part of the Diversified Agency Services division of Omnicom Group
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