Lanham Act
/ˈlænəm ækt/
Definitions
- (n.) A U.S. federal statute governing trademarks, service marks, and unfair competition, providing remedies for infringement and false advertising.
The company filed a lawsuit under the Lanham Act to protect its trademark rights.
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- lanham act
- lanham acts
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Commentary
The Lanham Act is the primary federal statute in the U.S. regulating trademark rights and related unfair trade practices; citations should specify sections when relevant.
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