Iconic® Brands' Ceo Files Copyright Infringement Lawsuit Against Manufacturer of KAH Tequila
Industry, CA, April 13, 2015 (Newswire.com) - As of March 11, 2015, Kim Brandi, the CEO and founder of Iconic® Brands (www.iconicbrandsinc.com) and the artist who created the Day of the Dead skull-shaped tequila has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against Fábrica de Tequila Finos, S.A. de C.V. ("FINOS"), manufacturer of KAH tequila, through the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property, Intellectual Property Protection Division (I.M.C. 1849/2014 (I-65) 18983).
Through two initial briefs and certificates issued by the Public Copyright Registry of Mexico, Brandi established her ownership over the packaging components of the following: the plastic work “SANGRE DE VIDA,” 03-2014-031412090200-01; the artwork “SANGRE DE VIDA,” 03-2014-031412460500-14; the sculptural work “CALAVERA,” 03-2014-031412501800-01; the artwork “SPIDER CALAVERA”, 03-2014-031412552300-01; the plastic work “DIABLO”, 03-2014-031412584700-01”; the plastic work “MUERTOS CALAVERA,” 03-2014-031412042800-01; and the plastic work “SPIDER CALAVERA,” 03-2014-031413185600-01.
As a result of this lawsuit, an injunction prohibiting the manufacturing, marketing and use of Brandi’s works consisting of skull-shaped bottles and various aspects of Day of the Dead artwork has been imposed against Fábrica de Tequilas Finos, S.A. de C.V. (“FINOS”). To enforce this order, cease and desist letters have been distributed to wholesalers and on- and off-premise accounts who continue to sell the protected works.
"With this lawsuit, Iconic® Brands hopes to fully reclaim and protect the artist series that I developed," commented Brandi. "It will also allow Sangre de Vida Tequila, the newest series of my skull-shaped bottles, to flourish within the marketplace and receive the attention from buyers and customers that they deserve."
About Iconic Brands
Iconic® Brands, Industry, CA delivers art inside and out with its award winning APOCALYPTO® Tequila, DEADHEAD® Rum and SANGRE DE VIDA® Tequila. Founded on a “no compromise” philosophy, Iconic’s cocktail for success is simple: Create brands deeply rooted in tradition that offer a strong message about authenticity and attention to craftsmanship. Iconic’s determination to be at the forefront of an ever-evolving liquid culture is evident in the critical acclaim and medals its brands continue to earn. Each brands’ voice can be heard loud and clear, making them franchise players behind the bar and rising stars in terms of volume growth and revenues.
For more information:
Kim Brandi, CEO
909-333-4482
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