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The Federal Trademark Dilution Act Of 1995: Potent Weapon Or Uphill Battle?, Erin J. Roth, Robert B. Bennett Jan 1999

The Federal Trademark Dilution Act Of 1995: Potent Weapon Or Uphill Battle?, Erin J. Roth, Robert B. Bennett

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Following a brief discussion of the history of trademark infringement law, the events leading to the FTDA, and an overview of the FTDA, this paper discusses the major causes of the FTDA's ineffectiveness. We will then review the application of the act, discuss its implications on the future of trademark ownership in business, and suggest improvements to the legal application of the act.