Beyond Meat, Inc. Reports Update on Trademark Infringement Litigation
Summary
Beyond Meat, Inc. is involved in a trademark infringement lawsuit filed by Sonate Corporation on April 28, 2022, alleging infringement of Sonate's "WHERE GREAT TASTE IS PLANT-BASED®" trademark by Beyond Meat's taglines. The complaint, initially against Beyond Meat and Dunkin', seeks injunctive relief and monetary awards. The case was transferred to the District of Massachusetts on March 24, 2023. Dunkin' settled its involvement on September 18, 2024, and was dismissed on November 20, 2024. Beyond Meat filed motions for summary judgment on March 11, 2025, with Sonate filing similar motions on March 9, 2024.
Why It Matters
This ongoing trademark infringement litigation is material as it seeks injunctive relief and significant monetary awards, including damages, royalties, and profits, which could impact Beyond Meat's financial performance and marketing practices. The recent filing of motions for summary judgment by both parties indicates the case is progressing towards a potential resolution or trial.
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Key Quote
“Mediation was held on September 18, 2024, at which time Dunkin' settled its involvement in the case.”
— From Item 8.01
Filing Details
Reported Items
Additional Information
- CIK Number
- 0001655210
- Filing Date
- Wednesday, November 26, 2025
- Filing Time
- 12:00 AM UTC
- Form Type
- 8-K
- Materiality Level
- medium
- Sentiment
- neutral