“Federal Judge Issues Partial Injunction in Texas Tamale Trademark Dispute”



In a recent decision, a Texas federal magistrate judge ruled that a Fort Worth-based company named Texas Lone Star Tamales is prohibited from using specific phrases in its advertisements. However, the judge also limited some of the language included in the requested injunction.

The legal dispute centers on trademark issues brought forward by a rival tamale company, Texas Tamale Co., which argued that Texas Lone Star Tamales’ use of certain phrases in their marketing materials violated trademark laws and could confuse consumers. The ruling represents a partial win for Texas Tamale Co., as it prevents Texas Lone Star Tamales from utilizing particular contested phrases, albeit with some judicial limitations.

For more detailed information on the case, visit the original Law360 article.