Federal Judge Grants Nike Injunction in Air Jordan Trademark Case, Withholds $4 Million Damages

In a significant legal development for Nike Inc., a federal judge in New Jersey has issued an injunction against a small clothing company and its founder, restricting them from selling imitations of Nike’s renowned Air Jordan 1 High sneakers. However, the court stopped short of awarding Nike the $4 million in statutory damages it sought. The judge determined that Nike had not yet provided sufficient information to evaluate the damages claim. This ruling highlights the complexities corporations face when seeking legal remedies for trademark violations. For further details, visit Law360.