NEW YORK, Jan 30 (Reuters) - Nike Inc sued
Lululemon Athletica Inc on Monday, saying that at least
four of the Canadian athletic apparel company's footwear
products infringe its patents.
Nike in a complaint filed in Manhattan federal court said it
has suffered economic harm and irreparable injury from
Lululemon's sale of its Blissfeel, Chargefeel Low, Chargefeel
Mid and Strongfeel footwear.
Nike said its three patents at issue concern textile and
other elements, including one addressing how the footwear will
perform when force is applied.
The Beaverton, Oregon-based company is seeking unspecified
damages.
Lululemon, based in Vancouver, British Columbia, did not
immediately respond to requests for comment.
(Reporting by Jonathan Stempel in New York; Editing by
Christopher Cushing)
Messaging: jon.stempel.thomsonreuters.com@reuters.net))
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