The Federal Circuit has instructed a trademark tribunal to revisit certain aspects of a decision involving trademarks in the perfume industry. Specifically, the tribunal had previously dismissed Sferra Fine Linens’ opposition to Sfera Joven’s trademark application. The appellate court decided on Monday that this dismissal was incorrect and has remanded the case for further analysis. The directive emphasizes the need for a reevaluation of certain factors related to the likelihood of confusion between the trademarks in question.
Further details on this case, as well as the court’s directive, may be found on Law360’s article, where the development was initially reported.