Thomas Pink UK ruling shows limits of trademark settlements as brands evolve
By Melissa Ritti ( November 9, 2026, 13:24 GMT | Insight) -- Thomas Pink’s launch of PINK-branded womenswear has revived its dispute with Victoria’s Secret, with a UK court ruling last week that the parties’ 2015 settlement does not bar the lingerie retailer’s US lawsuit. Thomas Pink has said it will appeal and seek expedited consideration. Victoria’s Secret and Thomas Pink have jointly sought additional time for discovery and briefing in their US trademark dispute, with a preliminary injunction hearing scheduled for Nov. 30 in the Southern District of Ohio....
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