Injunctive Relief (Trademark Litigation)

Summary

This practice note discusses injunctive relief in federal trademark litigation under the Lanham Act pursuant to 15 U.S.C. § 1116, including the different types of and tests for injunctive relief, as well as the requirements of irreparable harm, inadequacy of monetary damages, balance of hardships, and public interest. The note also outlines strategies for obtaining and defending against an injunction and key considerations regarding content and scope of injunctions.