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Rebel Creamery, the Utah-based ice cream brand, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after being slapped with a $23.8 million judgment from Van Leeuwen Ice Cream — a ruling that claims Rebel intentionally copied their iconic packaging design. With just $13.7 million in assets and over $23 million in debt, Rebel is now racing to appeal the decision while navigating bankruptcy proceedings. The legal battle, which began in 2021, centers on “trade dress” infringement — Van Leeuwen’s signature colorful cardboard pints with distinctive script font — that Rebel allegedly mimicked without realizing it. Despite denying any knowledge of Van Leeuwen’s designs, Rebel’s products were sold in major retailers like Walmart and Target. This case underscores how crucial branding and packaging are — even in a crowded market like ice cream — and whether Rebel can survive both the courtroom and the cash register remains to be seen.

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