Women’s fashion retailer Cato of Texas LP sued Oakley Inc. for trademark infringement, alleging that Oakley’s use of the “Kato"and “Oakley Kato” marks for sunglasses infringes Cato’s registered trademarks.
Cato alleges claims under the Lanham Act for trademark infringement and unfair competition, as well as related claims under North Carolina law, according to the complaint filed Wednesday in the US District Court for the Western District of North Carolina.
Cato is seeking injunctive relief to prohibit Oakley’s use of the accused marks, as well as monetary damages, disgorgement of profits, enhanced damages, attorneys’ fees, and an order rejecting Oakley’s pending ...