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title: O.C.G.A. § 23-2-55. Use of similar trademarks, names, or devices.
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# O.C.G.A. § 23-2-55. Use of similar trademarks, names, or devices.

Any attempt to encroach upon the business of a trader or other person by the use of similar trademarks, names, or devices, with the intention of deceiving and misleading the public, is a fraud for which equity will grant relief.

## History

Orig. Code 1863, § 3112; Code 1868, § 3124; Code 1873, § 3181; Code 1882, § 3181; Civil Code 1895, § 4035; Civil Code 1910, § 4632; Code 1933, § 37-712.

## Cross References

Registration and use of trademarks and service marks generally, § 10-1-440.