15 biggest fashion lawsuit battles that had entire industry on toes

10. Adidas vs. Skechers

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Adidas filed a lawsuit in 2015, against Skechers, accusing the brand of copying its iconic three-stripe design in its "Onix" sneakers. Adidas claimed that Skechers was intentionally trying to benefit from Adidas’ reputation and popularity by mimicking its design. Per Aldrich Law Firm, in May 2018, the two parties settled the case in a confidential agreement. This legal battle emphasized the importance of protecting signature branding elements in a highly competitive market and highlighted how quickly design similarities can escalate into major lawsuits.

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