German court rejects Birkenstock attempt to obtain copyright protection for its sandals
Birkenstock’s attempt to obtain copyright protection in Germany for its signature cork-soled sandals as “works of applied art” has failed, according to a statement released by the rival footwear company, Wortmann Group.
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