Moseley v. V Secret Catalogue, Inc.

Moseley v. V Secret Catalogue, Inc., is a 2003 U.S. Supreme Court case that addressed whether trademark law allows a business to recover profits from counterfeiters, even if their own mark isn't directly infringed. The Court ruled that a company can sue for damages if counterfeit products cause confusion and harm its brand’s reputation, even if the counterfeiters don’t directly compete with the business. Essentially, it clarified that businesses have the right to seek damages for counterfeit products that tarnish their trademarks and goodwill, emphasizing the importance of protecting brand identity from counterfeit threats.