The lawsuit between The North Face and South Butt, a...

The lawsuit between The North Face and South Butt, a St. Louis company, has been settled. The VF Corporation division alleged that South Butt was infringing on its trademark. The settlement terms were not disclosed, but the South Butt website is still operational (more in The Outdoor Industry Compass).

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