Why did Aldi sue M&S?

Marks & Spencer (M&S) sued Aldi in April 2021, alleging that Aldi's "Cuthbert the Caterpillar" cake infringed on the trademark and intellectual property rights of their established "Colin the Caterpillar" cake. M&S sought to remove the rival product from shelves to protect their brand. The case was settled confidentially in February 2022.

Why did Marks and Spencer sue Aldi?

Marks & Spencer had accused German discounter Aldi of copying the design of its Colin the Caterpillar cake. Marks and Spencer and Aldi have reached a settlement in a copyright dispute over the design of their caterpillar cakes.

Why did Aldi get sued?

The packaging change comes after Mondelēz International, the maker of Oreos, Chips Ahoy cookies, Ritz crackers and other popular snacks, sued Aldi, alleging the supermarket chain is using packaging that "blatantly copies" their products. Mondelēz filed the civil complaint May 27 in an Illinois federal court.

Who won, Colin vs. Cuthbert?

So how did it end and who came out on top? Legally, no-one won. The supermarkets settled the case, reaching a mutual agreement (of which no details have been released) and Cuthbert is back on the shelves. PR-wise, Aldi owned it!

What is the 13 rule in Aldi?

The Aldi £13 rule refers to its significant pay increases for UK store assistants, making it the first supermarket to pay above £13 per hour, with rates rising to £13.35 nationally and £14.71 within the M25 from March 2026, with even higher rates for experience, all part of its pledge to lead on pay and offer paid breaks.
 

The Adorable Cake Aldi Is Being Sued Over By Marks & Spencer

Is M&S suing Aldi again?

A new spat has now flared up between the two supermarket giants. Once again, M&S is alleging that Aldi is infringing its intellectual property (IP) rights. In the latest dispute, M&S has sued Aldi for allegedly infringing the design of its “Light Up Gin Bottles”.

Is Cuthbert a boy or girl?

With the fabulous meanings of “bright and famous” and “familiar brightness,” you'll want the masculine title Cuthbert on the top of your name list. This English moniker hit its popularity peak in the 1900s, making it a unique yet retro choice for your newest addition.

What is the rarest caterpillar?

Bone collecting caterpillars are exceedingly rare

These predatory caterpillars are among the rarest of the rare. They are the only caterpillar lineage in Hawaii known to have evolved to live in spider webs. Genetic testing showed that they likely split off from similar caterpillar species more than 5 million years ago.

Why is Oreos suing Aldi?

In the lawsuit, Aldi is accused of trademark infringement, unfair competition and unjust enrichment. Mondelēz said it is seeking damages. Mondelēz described Aldi's business model as hinging on "low-priced private label products that resemble the look and feel of well-known brands".

Why do they sit down at Aldi?

And Aldi realized, after running some tests, that sitting allows cashiers to get a bit of rest while channeling all their energy into ringing up items as quickly as possible (the multiple barcodes also help — they're part of the reason it's easier to scan products at Aldi than other stores).

Are Lidl and Aldi cousins?

Aldi and Lidl are not related. They are both German- based grocery chains with locations in the U.S. that specialize in low prices and private-label products.

Who came first, Percy or Colin?

Oh, and if you're interested, Colin the Caterpillar cakes arrived in Brixton in 1990 and Percy Pig sweets in 1992, which means they were there for the 1995 riots.

What's the rarest boy name ever?

Rare Baby Boy Names

• Nicodemo.
• Cathan.
• Finian.
• Prentice.
• Lazare.
• Sophus.
• Thorley.
• Negasi.

What nationality is Cuthbert?

St Cuthbert and His Origin

St Cuthbert of Lindisfarne (c. 634 – March 20, 687) was a British monk and bishop who was one of the most important saints of England during the early Middle Ages. St Cuthbert was of Northumbrian origin, probably from the neighbourhood of Dunbar, in modern-day Scotland.

Did Aldi win the Court case?

The Court of Appeal in Thatchers Cider v Aldi has overturned a High Court decision and ruled that the supermarket group infringed the drinks producer's trade mark that covered the "get-up" of its cloudy cider lemon drink by taking unfair advantage through the sale of a lookalike product.

Is Aldi wild caught salmon farmed?

However, much of the chain's fresh salmon is farm-raised. If you're ever in doubt, look on the label or packaging for the words "wild" or "wild-caught." If you don't see them, it's farmed fish.

Is Aldi in financial trouble?

Aldi's market share stands at 10.8%, unchanged since a year earlier. Its operating profit also dipped sharply in 2024, by 21% to £435.5m, with the supermarket blaming continued investment in lowering prices as well as infrastructure and pay rises for staff.

What is the Aldi 13 rule?

The Aldi £13 rule refers to its significant pay increases for UK store assistants, making it the first supermarket to pay above £13 per hour, with rates rising to £13.35 nationally and £14.71 within the M25 from March 2026, with even higher rates for experience, all part of its pledge to lead on pay and offer paid breaks.
 

Why is Aldi called the Aisle of Shame?

It's called the "Aisle of Shame" (or "Aldi Finds") because shoppers often abandon their grocery lists and budgets to impulse buy delightful but unnecessary items like home goods, apparel, and seasonal gadgets found in the middle aisle, leading to a "shameful" amount of extras they didn't plan for, but it's an affectionate term for the store's addictive treasure hunt.