07/03/2023
Keeco, the exclusive licensee of the Hookless intellectual property for shower and window curtains in hospitality and retail, has won a $3 million judgment against two home textiles companies in the Southern District of New York. The court found that Kartri Sales Company and Marquis Mills International had infringed on Keeco's brand intellectual property by selling unauthorized shower curtains. The damages include Keeco's lost profits on all of Kartri's accused sales, as well as triple damages due to willful infringement from Feb. 27, 2015, onward.
This case is a reminder of the importance of protecting intellectual property assets, such as federally registered trademarks. Keeco CEO Christopher Grassi notes that Hookless is a federally registered trademark that can only be used by authorized licensees, and Keeco will continue to enforce its rights vigorously and hold accountable those who copy Hookless designs.