High Court Rules Against EasyGroup in Trademark Case

The UK High Court ruled in favor of easyfundraising Ltd against easyGroup in a trademark infringement case, stating there was no evidence of customer confusion between the two entities. Mr Justice Fancourt dismissed easyGroup's claims, noting that users of easyfundraising are unlikely to mistake it for an easyGroup brand, given their professionalism. The judge also highlighted that easyfundraising has maintained a good reputation, supported by partnerships with reputable retailers like Marks & Spencer. Easyfundraising's CEO, James Moir, expressed relief at the ruling, emphasizing that it vindicated their decision to fight back against easyGroup's claims. He noted that the case had diverted significant management time that could have been better spent on their charitable mission. This landmark decision allows easyfundraising to continue its operations without the threat of legal action from easyGroup.