Nothing in this chapter shall annul or limit—

(1) common law or other rights or remedies, if any, available to or held by any person with respect to a design which has not been registered under this chapter; or

(2) any right under the trademark laws or any right protected against unfair competition.

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Terms Used In 17 USC 1330

  • Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.