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US judge reinstates trademark defendant in time for verdict in Penn State case

By Melissa Ritti ( November 21, 2024, 18:38 GMT | Insight) -- A US judge reconsidered his mid-trial decision to dismiss the manufacturer of goods that infringe trademarks belonging to the Pennsylvania State University, reinstating Sportswear Inc. as a defendant just in time to send the case to a jury. Following brief deliberations, they rendered a verdict this week in favor of the school, deeming the infringement by Sportswear, Vintage Brand and its CEO Chad Hartvigson willful.The Pennsylvania State University has prevailed at trial on its trademark infringement claims against apparel retailer Vintage Brand, its CEO Chad Hartvigson and manufacturer Sportswear Inc....

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