https://toolguyd.com/stanley-black-decker-sues-sears-craftsman-ultimate-collection-tools/
https://mobile.reuters.com/article/amp/idUSKCN1QO031
It seems (to me) that Stanley Black & Decker did not quite realize that if Sears did not go out of business relatively soon, Sears could create negative competition to SB&D's Craftsman plans.
" Basically, the acquisition agreement allows Sears to develop, market, and sell their own Craftsman tools under a licensing agreement." The lawsuit seems to regard the new Ultimate Collection Craftsman tools that Sears "developed,marketed, and sells" - produced by another manufacturer other than SBD, and Sears claims is much better than what SBD is selling at Lowes.
Interesting.
https://mobile.reuters.com/article/amp/idUSKCN1QO031
It seems (to me) that Stanley Black & Decker did not quite realize that if Sears did not go out of business relatively soon, Sears could create negative competition to SB&D's Craftsman plans.
" Basically, the acquisition agreement allows Sears to develop, market, and sell their own Craftsman tools under a licensing agreement." The lawsuit seems to regard the new Ultimate Collection Craftsman tools that Sears "developed,marketed, and sells" - produced by another manufacturer other than SBD, and Sears claims is much better than what SBD is selling at Lowes.
Interesting.