SmartBuyGlasses counter sues Maui Jim in US litigation

NEW YORK - May 10, 2018 - PRLog -- SmartBuyGlasses is one of the most respected on-line retailers of designer eyewear in the world, operating for more than 10 years. It offers authentic products from more than 180 of the world's best-selling designer brands.

In a lawsuit currently pending in the United States involving free trade issues,
SmartBuyGlasses has filed counterclaims against Maui Jim for defamation, violation of the Sherman Anti-Trust Act, violation of Article 101 of the European Union Treaty, unjust enrichment and trade disparagement. The counterclaims allege Maui Jim engaged in numerous anti-competitive actions in direct violation of, among other things, the First Sale Doctrine, a landmark U.S. free trade law that supports the free movement of authentic goods.

Remedies requested by the counterclaim include an award of financial relief to
SmartBuyGlasses caused by Maui Jim's alleged violations.

A SmartBuyGlasses executive commented, "We only sell authentic sunglasses. We believe Maui Jim's actions are illegal and defamatory. We will vigorously defend our rights and those of all online customers, that in today's digital economy, deserve the right of choice to purchase from a range of online retailers, especially those that offer better prices and service."

Case No.: 16-cv-9788