A showdown begins for a famous rock band and an online gun shop in good ol' Texas. Whether they'll be using guns or roses, is up to the judge.
Guns N' Roses are suing a Houston-based online store, Texas Guns And Roses, after accusing it of using the Grammy-nominated rock band's likeness.Grammy-nominated rock band Guns N' Roses is claiming trademark infringement against a local flower shop.
The group filed a lawsuit against the owners of the online store that sells firearms and other accessories including flowers. The rock band said the store, Texas Guns And Roses, is causing confusion and damaging their reputation. The group, that has sold millions of records, is concerned that fans could think the band is somehow connected to theAccording to the lawsuit, the website owner, Jersey Village Florist, registered the name without the band's approval.There are differences between the two names. However, the rock band said any damage done by having similar names is permanent."There is no confusion between the brands. The band and its attorneys have admitted that.
Clark also pointed out that one trademark is for music and entertainment, while the other is for retail and metal safes.Clark would not discuss the next steps, explaining the company has yet to be served the lawsuit.Copyright © 2022 KTRK-TV. All Rights Reserved.
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