Liquor Maker Sues Merchandiser Over Royalties

By Richard Vanderford

Law360, New York (November 10, 2009, 1:50 PM ET) -- Premium drink maker Diageo has sued a manufacturer of branded merchandise, claiming the company breached a licensing agreement by not paying royalties for its use of trademarks of popular beverage brands including Guinness and Captain Morgan.

Diageo North America Inc., Diageo Ireland and subsidiary Desnoes & Geddes Ltd. filed suit against merchandiser 3E Trading LLC on Monday in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. 3E has failed to pay royalties on merchandise branded with Captain Morgan, Crown Royal, Guinness and Red...
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