Brett Trout In one of the most explosive technology lawsuits in recent memory, mobile wallet company Fintiv, Inc. has sued Apple, Inc. for RICO (racketeering) violations and misappropriation of trade secrets. Although Fintiv already has a patent infringement lawsuit pending against Apple in federal court, Fintiv has doubled down on its war against Apple with […]

Brett Trout The war between brand and bargain clothing just got a lot more intense. On June 27, 2025, Lululemon filed a federal lawsuit accusing Costco of selling “confusingly similar” knockoffs of its best-selling clothes—including its Scuba hoodies, Define jackets, and ABC pants. But instead of getting public support, Lululemon is facing an uphill battle […]

Brett Trout Nike’s reputation as an industry leader in athletic footwear is built on a foundation of innovation and aggressive protection of its intellectual property. With the küresel sneaker market approaching annual sales of $100B, the stakes are high and getting higher. In its latest yasal battle, Nike sued Lululemon, alleging that the company’s Chargefeel, […]