A federal judge has ordered Oakland airport officials to halt using 'San Francisco Bay' in its name, amid a trademark dispute with San Francisco officials.
A federal judge has ordered Oakland airport officials to halt using ' San Francisco Bay' in its name, amid a trademark dispute with San Francisco officials.On Tuesday, U.S. Magistrate Judge Thomas Hixson issued a preliminary injunction against the Port of Oakland, which operates the airport, from using the name at its facilities and in advertising.
In response, the Port of Oakland filed a countersuit against San Francisco, saying their lawsuit was 'prematurely' filed. Chiu sought an injunction in September, arguing that the renamed airport had also caused confusion among visitors.'SFO has already suffered economic harm while Oakland is profiting from SFO's investment and reputation and services. And I'll note, all of us will want the entire Bay Area region to succeed when it comes to tourism.
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