Birkenstock sandals are not art, says German court

A German court ruled that Birkenstock sandals do not qualify as works of art and cannot be protected by copyright laws, despite the company’s claim. The popular sandals, once considered uncool, have gained popularity in recent years and faced numerous copycat versions from rivals. The court decision stated that Birkenstock’s footwear did not meet the criteria for copyright protection as they lacked the required degree of individual creativity, leading the company to continue its fight against imitations using legal means.

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