Asked by Grace Ecton on Jun 07, 2024

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Which type of claims involve false representations that are likely to induce third parties to believe that the defendant's goods or services are those of the plaintiff?

A) Trade dress infringement claims
B) Commercial appropriation of name
C) False advertising claims
D) Passing-off claims

Trade Dress Infringement

A legal violation that occurs when one company's product design or packaging is so similar to another's that it could confuse consumers.

False Advertising Claims

Legal accusations that involve the dissemination of misleading, deceptive, or false statements in advertising to promote the sale of goods or services.

Passing-Off Claims

Legal actions taken against individuals or companies that misrepresent their goods or services as those of another, causing confusion or deception.

  • Evaluate the contribution of the Lanham Act in preventing unethical competitive behavior and trademark breaches.
  • Examine the implications of trade dress infringement claims under the Lanham Act.
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Mikaela OrensteinJun 09, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Tort claims for "palming off" or "passing off" involve false representations that are likely to induce third parties to believe that the defendant's goods or services are those of the plaintiff.