Doctor Sues Influencer's Ex-Employee Over Alleged Trademark Infringement and Misdirected Consumer Complaints
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A doctor is suing a former employee of influencer Cai Agge and a company called Xiangriye for alleged trademark infringement.
- The doctor claims her "4+2R" trademark, developed over years, is being used to sell products, and consumers with issues are being directed to her.
- She is seeking legal action to protect her rights and warn consumers about product origins.
A prominent doctor, Wang Ziyun, has filed a lawsuit against a former employee of influencer Cai Agge and the company Xiangriye, accusing them of infringing on her "4+2R" trademark. Dr. Wang alleges that years of her hard work and intellectual property have been copied and are being used to market and sell products.
I am truly surprised, why aren't problems being directed to Xiangriye company?
What particularly angered Dr. Wang was not just the alleged copying of her brand, but the practice of directing consumers who experienced problems with the products back to her. She expressed disbelief, questioning why issues weren't being addressed by Xiangriye, the company using her trademark. Dr. Wang stated this redirection of responsibility was the primary reason for her decision to pursue legal action.
This is truly the most infuriating thing.
Online comments have likened the situation to consumers eating "pirated products" and then seeking help from the "original doctor." Dr. Wang echoed this sentiment, calling the situation "outrageous" and emphasizing the seriousness of dealing with health-related products. She stressed that such matters cannot be treated lightly and that legal intervention is necessary to safeguard her rights.
It's truly outrageous!
Dr. Wang clarified that she is not against market competition but is deeply concerned about consumers' rights being compromised due to brand confusion. She finds it unacceptable that her established trademark and the trust she has built are being exploited, with her being held accountable for consequences arising from products sold under her name. Through this legal process, she aims to clarify the situation and urges consumers to be vigilant about product origins to protect their health.
Matters related to health cannot be joked about!
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.