Unfair Competition and the Lanham Act: Doris E. Long

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A reference that examines the Lanham Act--Section 43(a) in particular--and provides practical information regarding causes of action, evidence requirements, available defenses, and the types of relief that may be awarded. It looks at the wide range of activities challenged under the statute, including common law trademark and trade dress infringement, false advertising, false attribution and patrimony claims, passing off and reverse passing off, unauthorized importation of grey market goods, unauthorized vocal and pictorial imitators, and the use of confusingly similar product shapes, containers, and decor. It also provides a circuit-by-circuit breakdown of trademark and trade dress decisions, discussion of related federal and state laws, and a complete case table. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)