Ford Motor Company v. RS International, LLC

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Case overview

Case Number:

2:14-cv-12514

Court:

Michigan Eastern

Nature of Suit:

Trademark

Judge:

Victoria A. Roberts

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  1. October 20, 2014

    Ford Accused Of Being A 'Bully' In Trademark Sanction Bid

    Auto paint services company RS International LLC is pushing for sanctions against Ford Motor Co., accusing the automotive giant of being a "bully" by continuing to pursue a declaratory judgment suit over the trademark for "Royal Shield" in bad faith.

  2. September 08, 2014

    RS Tries To Pierce Ford's 'Royal Shield' Trademark Claim

    RS International LLC on Monday urged a Michigan federal court to toss Ford Motor Co.'s declaratory suit claiming it didn't rip off RS' Royal Shield mark, used both by Ford in warranty services and by RS in auto paint sealant product and warranty services, arguing the suit belongs in Massachusetts.