16 March 2022TrademarksMuireann Bolger

Patagonia sues ‘impersonator’ who tried to lure models

US retailer Patagonia has been the victim of “a dangerous and predatory scheme” by a fraudster who allegedly has infringed the brand’s trademarks and impersonated its former creative director, according to a lawsuit.

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Patagonia sues ‘impersonator’ who tried to lure models

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