‘Feel Free’ Trademark Suit of Wellness Product Rival Trimmed

Trademark infringement and state law false advertising claims by the maker of “Feel Free” energy tonic survived a rival’s dismissal bid, as a California federal court ordered it to rework unfair competition and copyright claims.

Botanic Tonics LLC’s allegations that Shot of Joy LLC illegally used its “Feel Free” trademark to promote its competing kava root and kratom leaf energy tonic should move forward, the US District Court for the Central District of California said. But Shot of Joy correctly noted that Botanic didn’t own the copyright for a ripped-off user testimonial video when the alleged infringement occurred, meaning it ...