KFC sues Church's Chicken over "Original Recipe" claim, sparking debate on trademarking generic terms.

KFC has sued Church's Chicken over its use of "Original Recipe" in ads, claiming it could mislead customers into thinking Church's products are linked to KFC. KFC's trademark for "Original Recipe" dates back to the 1970s, but critics argue the term is generic and shouldn't be exclusively trademarked. The lawsuit raises questions about trademarking common food industry phrases.

November 23, 2024
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