University of Alabama in Legal Battle over Houndstooth Pattern

By Cadie Carroll   The University of Alabama Board of Trustees is pulling out all the stops in a final attempt to keep Houndstooth Mafia, LLC’s merchandise out of stores.   Along with Paul W. Bryant Jr., son of legendary Alabama football coach Paul “Bear” Bryant, the Board has filed a federal trademark infringement and unfair competition claim against the company, stating their use of the houndstooth pattern infringes upon the university’s merchandise.   If there’s one t