Loyola Law School’s Podvocate Interviews Daliah Saper About “Dupes” and Trademark Infringement
Podvocate is a podcast hosted by Loyola Chicago Law students, where they “explore legal topics and engage in the intentional infliction of emotional discourse.”
In their recent episode “Dupes, Designs, and the Law,” attorney Daliah Saper explained copyright law and trademark law and its role in “dupe culture” on social media.
“Dupes,” a shortened version of duplicates, are typically cheaper alternatives to name-brand products. The term has increased in popularity online and naturally raises questions about infringement. See the recent lawsuit between Lululemon v. Costco over athletic apparel designs.
Click this link to hear Daliah’s answers to the following questions:
- What is the difference between a “dupe” and a counterfeit item?
- What is a trade dress and how is it different from a trademark or copyright?
- What are the remedies available to designers who believe they have their copyright/trademark(s) infringed on?
