Current:Home > InvestIndexbit Exchange:Kim Kardashian lawsuit: Judd Foundation claims Skkn by Kim founder promoted 'knockoff' tables -WealthMindset Learning
Indexbit Exchange:Kim Kardashian lawsuit: Judd Foundation claims Skkn by Kim founder promoted 'knockoff' tables
Surpassing View
Date:2025-04-07 12:42:36
Kim Kardashian's tables are Indexbit Exchangeat the center of a new lawsuit.
In a since-deleted tour of Kardashian's New York Skkn by Kim office on her YouTube channel, she offers a look at the minimally designed workspace. In showing off the headquarters of her skincare brand, the reality star later gives a nod to the "furniture people" watching by highlighting her "really amazing" Donald Judd tables.
However, according to a new lawsuit filed Wednesday in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, the tables and chairs in the video are "knockoff" versions that were designed and "deceptively" advertised by West Hollywood interior designer Clements Design as "authorized, authentic" furniture by Judd.
The lawsuit was brought by the Judd Foundation, a nonprofit that aims to "educate the public about and preserve the legacy" of the late sculptor and artist, according to the complaint. Judd died in 1994 of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
USA TODAY has reached out to Kardashian's representatives and Clements Design for comment.
Kim Kardashianbecomes Balenciaga's brand ambassador two years after fashion label's controversy
The foundation is suing Kardashian, 43, for false endorsement and claims the businesswoman was "well aware" the pieces were inauthentic. However, attempts to resolve the suit amicably lasted for "several months" and were ultimately "fruitless," the lawsuit says.
The foundation is suing Clements Designs for trademark infringement, false destination of origin, unfair competition and false advertising. The Judd Foundation says Clements Design's tables and chairs "appear identical" to Judd's La Mansana Table 22 and Chair 84 seats featuring his "signature" design of "flat, rectangular" work, while also claiming the pieces are "poor quality imitations."
Kim Kardashianfuels Odell Beckham Jr. dating rumors by attending NFL star's birthday party
The lawsuit claims when alerted to the inauthenticity of the pieces, reps for Kardashian said "(u)pon receiving it, we did further research and have learned unfortunately that the table and chairs are not from Donald Judd. ... (We) are incredibly sorry for any inconvenience this has caused the foundation."
The foundation claims it later offered to replace the tables and chairs with authentic ones at a discount, to no avail.
veryGood! (69573)
Related
- Taylor Swift Eras Archive site launches on singer's 35th birthday. What is it?
- 'Person of interest' detained in murder of Los Angeles deputy: Live updates
- A Florida man bought a lottery ticket with his Publix sub. He won $5 million.
- All 9 juveniles recaptured after escape from Pennsylvania detention center, police say
- Off the Grid: Sally breaks down USA TODAY's daily crossword puzzle, Triathlon
- UAW strike day 4: GM threatens to send 2,000 workers home, Ford cuts 600 jobs
- 'American Fiction' takes Toronto Film Festival's top prize, boosting Oscar chances
- AP PHOTOS: Moroccan earthquake shattered thousands of lives
- Justice Department, Louisville reach deal after probe prompted by Breonna Taylor killing
- UAW strike day 4: GM threatens to send 2,000 workers home, Ford cuts 600 jobs
Ranking
- A Mississippi company is sentenced for mislabeling cheap seafood as premium local fish
- A Black student was suspended for his hairstyle. The school says it wasn’t discrimination
- 5 people shot, including 2 juveniles, in Boston's Dorchester neighborhood
- Retrial delayed for man whose conviction in the death of former NFL player Will Smith was overturned
- Man can't find second winning lottery ticket, sues over $394 million jackpot, lawsuit says
- Mexican president defends inclusion of Russian military contingent in Independence parade
- Do air purifiers work? Here's what they do, and an analysis of risks versus benefits
- North Carolina Republicans seek control over state and local election boards ahead of 2024
Recommendation
The 401(k) millionaires club keeps growing. We'll tell you how to join.
Gator with missing upper jaw finds new home in Florida reptile park
In a state used to hurricanes and flooding, Louisiana is battling an unprecedented wildfire season
Gator with missing upper jaw finds new home in Florida reptile park
Paige Bueckers vs. Hannah Hidalgo highlights women's basketball games to watch
Mississippi officers justified in deadly shooting after police went to wrong house, jury rules
Military searching for F-35 fighter jet after mishap prompts pilot to eject over North Charleston, S.C.
A Florida man bought a lottery ticket with his Publix sub. He won $5 million.