- 4 Marks
BL – May 2024 – L1 – SB – Q5d – Law of Tort
This question tests the application of passing off in tort law when a company uses a deceptive brand similar to another company’s product.
Question
d. Biz Limited manufactures an efficient ceiling fan that is fast selling. The ceiling fan, which is branded ‘Biz,’ is the most preferred in the market. Magomago Limited recently introduced its own ceiling fan, branded ‘Bizz,’ into the market, and customers have been purchasing it significantly, thereby reducing the market share of ‘Biz’ fan.
Required:
Explain the implication of Magomago Limited’s action in the law of torts. (4 Marks)
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- Tags: Consumer Protection, Intellectual Property, Passing Off, Tort Law, Trademark
- Level: Level 1
- Topic: Law of Tort
- Series: MAY 2024
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