Two major brands are defending their rights, and some sellers have received freeze notices

Two new brands have been reported, sellers please be careful to avoid them.

Infringement is the first thing that cross-border e-commerce sellers must avoid. In addition to paying attention to avoiding some popular brands, you should also pay attention to some infringement cases. If there is any accidental infringement, remember to remove it from the shelves in time to avoid suffering greater losses. Recently, two new brands have been involved in the case, one is the film and television drama " The Crow" and the other is the popular game Rummikub . Sellers should pay attention to self-examination.

The Crow

Its original version is a comic book written by James O'Barr, which was later adapted into a movie in 1994. It tells the story of a rock musician who returns from the underworld to the human world for revenge after being murdered. Crows follow him wherever he goes. There are plans to remake it in the next few years.

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Because it is an old movie, it is relatively niche, but this does not mean that it is a safe zone for infringement. Recently, the brand has started to file infringement cases. First of all, "The Crow" has trademark rights. A search on the patent website shows that the categories are very broad. Secondly, movies are also copyrighted, and some related images should not be used.

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At present, eBay sellers have received freeze notices, and Amazon and other platforms will also be involved in due course. Sellers are advised to check themselves.

Rummikub

Rummiikub is an entertainment and leisure game designed by Israeli Ephraim Hertzano in Romania in 1930. It can stimulate people's thinking nerves. It does not rely on luck or mathematical calculations, and different strategies can be used to win. Because of its unique game rules and entertainment, it has gradually become popular among people.

In addition to its own official website, the game is also sold on Amazon, and is on the bestseller list with more than 20,000 reviews, which shows how popular it is. Such a popular game is naturally at risk of infringement. The brand filed a case on November 15, and has not yet started freezing.

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The case is mainly about trademark protection. In addition to the word trademark "Rummiikub", the brand also has the following pattern trademarks. Such a unique smiley face pattern cannot be used casually, especially clothing patterns. Be careful to avoid them.

Amazon cracks down on infringements, so sellers should still develop a good awareness of intellectual property rights. They should not take shortcuts to attract attention, but should also safeguard their legitimate rights and interests when their products are infringed.

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