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Furniture Brands settles lawsuit with Lifestyle Enterprise

Claimed Lifestyle infringed on Thomasville's Irving Park collection

Furniture Today Staff -- Furniture Today, January 9, 2009

ST. LOUIS — Furniture Brands International said it has settled a patent infringement lawsuit with Lifestyle Enterprise, with Lifestyle agreeing to a "limited phase-out" of existing inventory to select customers and making a payment to FBI company Thomasville Furniture Inds.

Furniture Brands claimed that Lifestyle infringed on Thomasville's Irving Park collection.

"We are pleased to have resolved this matter amicably, and at the same time in a manner that reinforces Thomasville's steadfast commitment to its brands and distinctive designs," said Thomasville President Ed Teplitz.

A press release said the companies declined further comment on the settlement.

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