Bootleg merchandisers outside Madison Square Garden hit with restraining order following MSG Sports’ lawsuit

A federal judge in the Southern District of New York issued a temporary restraining order against bootleg vendors selling counterfeit Knicks and Rangers gear outside Madison Square Garden, following a lawsuit filed by MSG Sports. The vendors are accused of using intellectual property without permits, being aggressive towards pedestrians, and creating safety issues. The court order requires the vendors to stop immediately, appear in court on Feb. 13, and authorizes seizure of counterfeit merchandise. This crackdown is part of a broader effort by teams across the country to combat the sale of fake sports merchandise.

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