Footwear giant Nike has filed a lawsuit against rivals New Balance and Skechers for allegedly infringing on its patented Flyknit technology used in sneaker uppers. The lawsuits were filed Monday in federal court and claim that various sneakers from New Balance and Skechers misuse Nike’s patented technology for running, football and basketball.
Nike has already taken legal action against other companies for infringing its Flyknit patents, including Adidas, Puma and Lululemon. While Adidas and Puma have settled their lawsuits, Nike’s case against Lululemon is still ongoing.
According to Nike’s website, Flyknit technology uses high-strength fibers to create lightweight uppers with specific areas of support, stretch and breathability. The lawsuits claim this patented technology allows Nike to manufacture high-performance uppers with reduced materials and waste.
In the complaint filed against New Balance, Nike alleges that the company’s Fresh Foam, FuelCell and other lines of shoes infringe on its patent rights. The lawsuit against Skechers, filed in Los Angeles, claims that certain shoes, including the Ultra Flex and Glide Step brands, infringe on Nike’s patents.
Nike is seeking unspecified monetary damages and injunctions to permanently stop New Balance and Skechers from infringing its patents.
This legal battle adds to the ongoing conversation about intellectual property rights and patent infringement in the footwear industry. The outcome of these lawsuits will be closely watched by other companies in the sportswear industry.
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