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November Newsletter
November Newsletter
Daily Journal Profiles GRU
California’s top legal newspaper, the Daily Journal, wrote an extensive profile on Goyette, Ruano, & Ulmer this month, in an article titled “Driven to win.”
The piece highlights Paul Goyette’s 55 cases tried to verdict, Derek Ulmer’s civil practice, as well as the firm’s unique place in the legal community. To read the article, click here.
Legal Outlet Publishes GRU ArticleBrandon Largent authored an article in Legal Reader titled "3 Reasons California Business Owners Are Squeezed by Sacramento." The article highlights California's regulatory pain, as well as other business issues Californians face. To read the article, click here.
High-Stakes Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
GRU Partner Derek Ulmer represents a large corporation in a matter that perfectly highlights the complex nature of international business in a post-tariff world. GRU client Otiima USA is defending itself in federal court from a lawsuit brought by a Portuguese manufacturer called Otiima Industries, S.A. After tariffs altered how American businesses can import products and materials, the Portuguese company was essentially cut off from doing business with its U.S. counterpart.
After the partnership ended in 2025, Otiima S.A. claimed the American company committed trademark violations, our client is fighting back against the accusations.The complaint accuses the American company of trademark infringement, unfair competition, false advertising, fraud, tortious interference, and breach of contract, citing unauthorized trademark filings, deceptive social media posts, falsified manufacturing claims, and misuse of customer deposits. The American company brought a counter-complaint for trademark infringement, unfair competition, false advertising, fraud, and tortious interference.Ultimately, this case arises out of U.S. businesses coping with a changing world, and how foreign companies are attempting to take advantage. Derek was sought out for his expertise in business litigation, and he’s quickly developing a unique understanding of the new nature of international operations.
