Ronson Art Metal Works Inc. v. Gibson Lighter Mfg. Co.
Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York
1Opinion of the CourtFrank, J.
In this action for an injunction and damages, based upon a charge of unfair competition, the defendants George J. Manne (doing business as Gibson Lighter Mfg. Co.), Continental Merchandise Co., Inc., and Gibson Lighter Manufacturing Corp. appeal from a final judgment for the plaintiff and against them, in the amounts respectively of $15,744.92, $82,124.48, and $19,591.57. The plaintiff cross-appeals on the ground that the sums awarded are insufficient.
The plaintiff is the manufacturer of the “ Ronson ” lighter, including the automatic feature protected by patents, most of which expired in…
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