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Smucker vs Trader Joe's Sued | Columbus News
J.M. Smucker, makers of Uncrustables, is suing Trader Joe’s over their frozen PB&J sandwiches, claiming they’re too similar in shape, sealing, and packaging — even down to the “bite mark” design — risking consumer confusion. A judge has greenlit the case, acknowledging Smucker’s strong brand presence but stopping short of a win. Trader Joe’s fires back, calling their sandwiches “squircles” and arguing the design is functional, not trademarkable. The judge also blocked a move to California, keeping the case in Ohio. Now, the legal battle heads into discovery — and the real test of trademark…
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