Rebuke Over Ford’s “Flimsy” Claims
In a separate order, the judge also slammed Ford for pursuing its initial trademark infringement allegations against InterMotive, despite having granted permission to use its logos. The automaker withdrew the claim only after presenting five days of witness testimony.
“The parties litigated for almost seven years, with Ford pursuing this flimsy trademark infringement claim against a much smaller company … all the way to the threshold of a jury verdict, when it unceremoniously withdrew the claim,” Berg noted.
What’s Next
InterMotive secured prejudgment interest of $3 million under Michigan’s trade secrets law, while Ford escaped having to pay the Lanham Act award separately. The exact amount of attorney fees InterMotive will collect remains pending.
Attorneys for InterMotive declined comment, while Ford’s legal team did not immediately respond to requests.
Ford is represented by Brooks Kushman PC and Bush Seyferth PLLC. InterMotive is represented by Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC.
