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Article: Abercrombie & Fitch sues American Eagle for allegedly copying image, business techniques
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- June 2, 1998
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RACHEL BECK AP Business Writer
AP Online
06-02-1998
NEW YORK (AP) _ Abercrombie & Fitch on Tuesday sued American Eagle Outfitters, alleging that the apparel retailer intentionally and systematically copied its image and business practices to boost sales.
The lawsuit pits two of the best-performing mall retailers against one another. Both have loyal followings among teens and young adults who are attracted to the casual clothes and hip atmosphere at both stores.
Abercrombie, in the suit filed in U.S. District Court in Columbus, Ohio, alleges that American Eagle copied its image in clothes, advertising, catalog and store design. It also contends that American Eagle asked store ...