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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Callum Parke

Jellycat takes retail giants to High Court for ‘substantial’ damages

Jellycat Hamleys Next
  • Toy manufacturer Jellycat is suing retailers Next and Hamleys over accusations of copycat plushies.
  • Jellycat claims its popular Amuseables range, which includes plush food items and everyday objects, has been copied by Next's biscuit-shaped cushion and doorstop, and Hamleys' various food and item plushies.
  • The company is seeking "substantial" damages, arguing that the rival products are of "inferior quality" and could mislead customers into believing they are Jellycat items, damaging its reputation and sales.
  • Next has denied the allegations, saying its products are not toys and are distinct from Jellycat's, thus refuting claims of infringement, misrepresentation, or causing financial loss.
  • Jellycat is also seeking injunctions to prevent Next and Hamleys from "passing off" their products as its own in the future, with Hamleys yet to file a defence.

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Toy giant Jellycat sue Next and Hamleys over cuddly copycat accusations

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