Beyond Meat's Trademark Damages Slashed from $23.5M to $37,500, But $15.4M Disgorgement Stands
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Summary
Beyond Meat's trademark infringement damages were reduced from $23.5M to $37,500, but the $15.4M disgorgement award was upheld, resulting in a final judgment of $15.4M.
Key Events · Legal and Risk Events · BYND
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Actual Damages Reduced 99.8%
Court reduced actual damages from $23.5M to $37,500, a 99.8% reduction from the jury's original award.
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Disgorgement Award Upheld
The $15.4M disgorgement of profits award was accepted by the court, representing the bulk of the final judgment.
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Final Judgment Entered
Court entered judgment for $15,437,500, comprised of $37,500 actual damages and $15.4M disgorgement.
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Sonate's Motions Denied
Court denied Sonate's motions for prejudgment interest and increased disgorgement, preventing further escalation of damages.
Analysis · BYND · Manufacturing
The court's ruling dramatically reduces Beyond Meat's actual damages from $23.5 million to just $37,500, but upholds the $15.4 million disgorgement award. The final judgment of $15.4 million is a significant liability for a company with a market cap under $200 million, though far less than the original $38.9 million jury verdict. The company may still appeal, but this ruling removes a major overhang while leaving a substantial cash obligation.
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