The Lagunitas Brewing Company v. Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

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Case overview

Case Number:

3:15-cv-00153

Court:

California Northern

Nature of Suit:

Trademark

Judge:

Jeffrey S. White

Firms

  1. January 14, 2015

    Lagunitas Drops IPA Trademark Suit After Web Firestorm

    After a backlash on social media, Lagunitas Brewing Co. moved Wednesday to drop its trademark lawsuit against craft brew rival Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. over the use of the acronym "IPA" on labels for India pale ale, just two days after the suit was filed.

  2. January 13, 2015

    Lagunitas Sues Sierra Nevada Over 'IPA' Trademark Rights

    California beer maker Lagunitas Brewing Co. sued larger craft brew rival Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. in California federal court on Monday alleging trademark infringement over new labels that prominently feature the acronym "IPA."