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Facts
Cited for the point that imitating the get-up of goods can be if it is likely to confuse.
Issue
Is copying get-up actionable?
Held
Imitating the get-up of goods can be passing off if it is likely to confuse.
Principle
Imitating the get-up of goods can be passing off if it is likely to confuse.
Why it matters
Get-up.
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United Kingdom Tobacco Co Ltd v Carreras Ltd (Lanbuk) <https://www.lanbuk.com/llb/torts/cases/uk-tobacco-v-carreras> accessed 31 October 2026
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