Laws: Cases and Codes : U.S. Code : Title 17 : Section 1322


   
U.S. Code as of: 01/19/04
Section 1322. Injunctions

      (a) In General. - A court having jurisdiction over actions under
    this chapter may grant injunctions in accordance with the
    principles of equity to prevent infringement of a design under this
    chapter, including, in its discretion, prompt relief by temporary
    restraining orders and preliminary injunctions.
      (b) Damages for Injunctive Relief Wrongfully Obtained. - A seller
    or distributor who suffers damage by reason of injunctive relief
    wrongfully obtained under this section has a cause of action
    against the applicant for such injunctive relief and may recover
    such relief as may be appropriate, including damages for lost
    profits, cost of materials, loss of good will, and punitive damages
    in instances where the injunctive relief was sought in bad faith,
    and, unless the court finds extenuating circumstances, reasonable
    attorney's fees.



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