Amend the Lanham Act: Trademark Infringement Needs a Statute of Limitations
Trademark infringement has no statute of limitations but should have.
Instead, Defendants must rely on the ambiguous and complicated laches defense. The clear notice of a statute of limitations would improve litigation efficiency and reduce legal costs.
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