Gordon Troy and the Trademark Lawsuit

In this fascinating discussion, Kristi talks to Gordon Troy, who was one of the primary attorney's in the infamous Pilates Trademark Dispute. He tells us how he got involved with Ken Endelman and Current Concepts and why he took the case. He also gives us insight into the surprises that came up in the trial that we never knew.

This 5 year battle culminated after 11 days in the courtroom during which Ron Fletcher, Romana Kryzanowska, and Kathy Grant testified on the witness stand. In the end, the judge ruled that Pilates was a generic term. The results of this case had a huge impact on everyone in the Pilates industry, and it ultimately led to the beginnings of the Pilates Method Alliance.

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