• Lawsuit filed for trademark infringement against an importer and a nationwide distributor of lamps that falsely displayed the CSA certification mark, leading to a permanent injunction and a settlement in the six-figure range.
Canadian Standards Association v. Golden Dragon Association, Inc., 3:19-cv-00276

• A summary judgment decision in 2018 established strict liability for NVOCCs (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers) under the Lanham Act and Tariff Act. This ruling pertained to their involvement in transporting and importing counterfeit footwear from China to the U.S., with the counterfeit goods having been seized by CBP at the Port of New Jersey.
Nike, Inc. v. Eastern Ports Customs Brokers, Inc. et al, 2:11-cv-04390-CCC (DC NJ)

• Effective legal proceedings for copyright and trademark infringement against a jewelry wholesaler, leading to a permanent injunction and the awarding of damages.
Sanrio, Inc. v. Beauty Exchange, Inc. et al, 1:16-cv-02340 (S.D. Fla)

• Successfully pursued a trademark infringement case against European online sellers who were distributing counterfeit products to U.S. consumers through platforms such as eBay and other third-party online sales channels. The court granted a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO), Asset Freeze, and Expedited Discovery in response.
Calvin Klein Trademark Trust et al v. procommerce ltd et al, 0:16-cv-62697 (M.D. Fla)

• Effective enforcement of trademark rights against transportation intermediaries, including a customs broker and NVOCC, engaged in importing millions of dollars worth of counterfeit Nike footwear seized at the Port of New Jersey. This led to the issuance of a permanent injunction and a settlement in the six-figure range.
Nike, Inc. v. KAL America, Inc. et al, 2:15-cv-05269 (C.D. Cal.)

• Trademark and copyright infringement action resulting in permanent injunction and six-figure judgment.
Disney Enterprises, Inc. and Marvel Characters, Inc. v. Cobi Latino, Inc. et al, 15-Civ-24251-COOKE/TORRES (SD Fla.)

• Initiated legal proceedings for trademark and copyright infringement against over 60 manufacturers and distributors of counterfeit products in Puerto Rico. The outcome included the issuance of a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO), Seizure Order, and ultimately permanent injunctions, along with the successful collection of damages exceeding $700,000.
Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc., DC Comics, Sanrio, Inc. and Nike v. Forti-Ahorrio et al, 14-cv-1098-JAG (D.C. PR)

• Lawsuit for trademark infringement against a customs broker responsible for submitting an entry for counterfeit Nike footwear seized by CBP, culminating in a permanent injunction and a settlement in the six-figure range.
Nike, Inc. v. Page & Jones, Inc. et al, 2:13-cv-03446-SDW-MCS (DC New Jersey)

• Successfully initiated a John Doe action, conducting discovery on CBP to obtain entry documentation pertaining to CBP seizures. This information is crucial in supporting collateral litigation against transportation intermediaries.
Nike, Inv. v. John Doe 1, et al, 1:12-cv-02564-KM-MAH (DC NJ)

• Lawsuit for trademark infringement against a customs broker responsible for submitting an entry for counterfeit Nike footwear seized by CBP. This led to a permanent injunction and a settlement in the six-figure range, with subsequent contempt proceedings resulting in additional damages being awarded.
Nike, Inc. v. Solan et al, 10-CV-05486-JLL-MAH (DC NJ)

• Trademark infringement action resulting in a six-figure judgment, permanent injunction and transfer of domain names.
Affliction Holdings, LLC, Lacoste Alligator, S.A., Oakley, Inc., Nike, Inc., True Religion Apparel, Inc., and Guru Denim, Inc. v. Hesse et al, 09-61510-cv-Lenard/Turnoff (SD Fla.)

• Lawsuit for copyright and trademark infringement against a Central American television rights distributor, concluding with a settlement in the six-figure range.
Freemantlemedia Ltd. v. Television Entertainment, Inc. et al, 1:07-cv-21234 (SD Fla.)

• Legal proceedings for trademark and copyright infringement against an importer and distributor of counterfeit merchandise. This resulted in a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) and the seizure of counterfeit merchandise exceeding $12,000,000. Subsequently, two rounds of contempt proceedings followed, each with separate seizure orders, leading to final settlement collections surpassing $1,000,000. Furthermore, a Federal criminal prosecution ensued, resulting in the principal’s sentencing to 94 months and subsequent deportation.
Disney Enterprises, Inc., The Cartoon Network, LP, LLLP, Sanrio, Inc. and Warner Bros. Entertainment, Inc. v. Deer City USA LLP et al, 05-cv-21188-HUCK (SD FL)

• Successfully pursued a trademark infringement case against an online lending institution that was using Banco Popular’s popular.com mark.
Popular Inc. v. Jaime Justo et al, 8:07-cv-00522 (CD Cal.)

• Successfully litigated a trademark infringement case against distributors of counterfeit Playboy apparel and jewelry.
Playboy Enterprises International, inc. v. Granny Square 2, Inc., 6:07-cv-00189 (MD Fla)

• One of over twenty lawsuits initiated as part of a nationwide enforcement program targeting over 1,000 retail and convenience stores selling counterfeit Oakley sunglasses. The program led to collections in the seven-figure range.
Oakley, Inc. v. Mas Food Mart, Inc. et al, 6:06-cv-08156 (MD Fla

• Successful Trademark infringement action against seller of unlawfully unlocked Nokia telephone.
Nokia Corporate v. Sol Wireless Group, et al, 1:06-cv-20011 (SD Fla.)

• One of several trademark infringement actions against online sellers offering counterfeit Nike footwear through domestically operated websites.
Nike, Inc. v. Cole, 6:08-cv-1066-ORL-9-GJK (MD Fla.)

• One of several lawsuits filed across the nation to bolster industry enforcement efforts against over 2,800 jewelry stores selling unauthorized Nike jewelry. This initiative led to collections exceeding seven figures and significantly reduced the presence of infringing products in the marketplace.
Nike, Inc. v. Stuart Consulting Group, Inc. d/b/a National Sportswear & Emblem, Ltd., 6:01-cv-00052-GKS (MD Fla.)

• One of multiple copyright and trademark lawsuits targeting online sellers in the travel industry, leading to the discontinuation of unlawful practices by travel marketers exploiting the Disney brand and copyrighted characters.
Disney Enterprises, Inc. v. Funtime Getaway, Inc. d/b/a A1 Travel Reservations et al, 6:04-cv-1565-ORL-18-JGL (MD Fla.)

• Lawsuit for trademark infringement against a mobile telephone distributor engaged in selling refurbished/counterfeit mobile phones to Central America, concluding with a permanent injunction and a settlement in the six-figure range.
Nokia, Inc. v. CBT Communications Corp., 1:03-cv-22631-PAS (SD Fla)

• The first Anti-Cybersquatting lawsuit initiated in Florida subsequent to the enactment of section 15 U.S.C. §1125(d). The legal action targeted an entity mentioned in Congressional testimony, serving as the basis for the Lanham Act amendment to accommodate such claims.
Disney Enterprises, Inc. v. Murray Hill Transportation Corp., 6:01-cv-00564-PCF (MD Fla.)