ROSEMONT, Ill.-- Riddell, Inc. filed a lawsuit against Rawlings Sporting Goods
Company, Inc., claiming Rawlings has infringed on four different patents
arising from Riddell’s helmet and shoulder pad technologies.
The four-count federal court complaint identifies five Rawlings helmet
models (Tachyon, Impulse, Quantum, Momentum, and Force) and two shoulder
pads (Titan and Spartan) that infringe upon Riddell’s patented
technologies for football helmets and shoulder pads.
The Riddell patents protect key technological features of helmets and
shoulder pads that provide the football community with unique benefits
in product performance and personal comfort. Riddell strongly believes
that despite Riddell’s patent protection, Rawlings has used Riddell’s
technology without permission.
“Riddell’s legacy of industry leadership is a result of our commitment
to improving player protection through game-changing innovations in
football helmets and protective equipment,” said Dan Arment, President
of Riddell. “Riddell invests significantly in our intellectual property
portfolio. When we believe our patents are being infringed, we will
protect our investment.”
The lawsuit asks a federal jury to prevent further patent infringement
and to award damages.
About Riddell
Founded in 1929, Riddell is a premier designer and developer of
protective sports equipment and a recognized leader in helmet technology
and innovation. One of BRG Sports’ most well-known brands, Riddell is
the leading manufacturer of football helmets, shoulder pads and
reconditioning services (cleaning, repairing, repainting and
recertifying existing equipment).
For more information, visit our
website at http://www.riddell.com,
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@RiddellSports.
Contacts : Riddell / Erin Griffin, Director of Corporate Communications / 224.585.5231 / eegriffin@riddellsports.com
Source Riddell through BUSINESS WIRE by press release ©
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