Hearthware, Inc. Files Lawsuit Against E. Mishan & Sons Over The Sharper Image Super Wave Oven to Protect NuWave® Oven Franchise

LIBERTYVILLE, Ill., Aug. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --Hearthware, Inc., maker of the NuWave® Oven, has filed a federal lawsuit against E. Mishan & Sons, Inc., over its sale of The Sharper Image Super Wave Oven. Filed on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 in Chicago's Northern District of Illinois, the Complaint alleges violation of Federal and State laws including copyright infringement, trademark infringement, false association/designation of origin, false advertising, unfair competition and deceptive trade practices.

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"The NuWave Oven is an extremely successful and popular brand, and we will not tolerate trademark or copyright infringements. It is apparent that E. Mishan & Sons, Inc., has confused consumers into thinking that the Super Wave is part of Hearthware's NuWave line. Consumers have called us with their complaints about the Super Wave and expressed actual confusion," said Lewis T. Steadman Jr., General Counsel for Hearthware, Inc.  "It appears that the Super Wave is an attempt to copy us and benefit from our hard work and success, but they cannot match Hearthware's commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service."

First introduced in the U.S. in 2002, the award-winning NuWave Pro Infrared Oven® is a patented energy-efficient countertop oven that combines conduction, convection and far infrared heat. Hearthware invests millions per year in television exposure to support direct and retail sales. Named the #1 top infomercial in the housewares industry in 2010 by Jordan Whitney, the NuWave infomercial creates awareness and demand by showcasing its power, benefits and versatility. Over 2 million NuWave Ovens have been sold. It is available at www.nuwaveoven.com and various leading retailers.

SOURCE Hearthware, Inc.

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