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P&G Sues Dollar Shave Club

Cites patent infringement in suit.

It took a couple of years, but Procter & Gamble has finally turned its attention to upstart Dollar Shave Club. Through its wholly owned subsidiary, The Gillette Company, P&G has filed a lawsuit in the District of Delaware against the marketer and retailer of shaving products. The lawsuit alleges that Dollar Shave Club is violating Gillettes intellectual property by selling its infringing razors. The lawsuit cites unauthorized use of patented technology, which is prohibited by law, and is intended to protect Gillette's significant investment in razor technology.

The lawsuit seeks damages and an injunction to prevent the defendant from selling any products infringing Gillette's patented technology.
 

“We have long invested heavily in innovation, and our talented scientists have dedicated their careers to delivering the best shaving experience possible for men and women around the world,” said Deborah P. Majoras, chief legal officer of P&G. “Our patents help protect the many technical advancements weve made through the years and when it becomes necessary, we take action to protect these important assets.”


This isn't the first time P&G and Gillette have taken aim at a razor competitor. Back in 2013, Gillette sued Harry's for patent infringement. Harry's, a boutique razor delivery service, successfully got the Gillette Company to dismiss the suit.

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