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Article: Apple Corps suit against Apple Computer fails.(Apple Computer Inc. iTunes Music Store)(Brief article)
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- The Online Reporter
- Article date:
- May 13, 2006
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"I conclude that the use of the apple logo... does not suggest a relevant connection with the creative work. I think that the use of the apple logo is a fair and reasonable use of the mark in connection with the service, which does not go further and unfairly or unreasonably suggest an additional association with the creative works themselves. I find no breach of the trademark agreement has been demonstrated. The action therefore fails."
With that statement, British High Court Justice Edward Mann said that in his judgment Apple Computer isn't liable for trademark infringement against Apple Corps, the record label owned by the Beatles. The Beatles had challenged ...