Clucking Controversy: The KFC vs. HFC Trademark Battle

Episode 224 April 26, 2024 00:04:06
Clucking Controversy: The KFC vs. HFC Trademark Battle
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Clucking Controversy: The KFC vs. HFC Trademark Battle

Apr 26 2024 | 00:04:06

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Show Notes

Join Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart are the co-hosts of The Passage to Profit Show as they dive into the sizzling world of intellectual property as we dissect a finger-lickin' feud straight from the land down under. In this "IP in the News" segment. they unravel the surprising clash between global fast-food giant KFC and the Australian upstart HFC, infamous for its twist on the classic fried chicken recipe. With just one letter standing between them, the battle over trademarks ignites a legal firestorm, raising questions of fair use, brand identity, and international jurisdiction. Join us as we dissect this poultry-centric legal saga, exploring the nuances of trademark law and the ever-vigilant eyes of corporate giants in the age of global branding.

 

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