What are DuPont factors in trademark law?

Multi-factor test for likelihood of confusion: mark similarity, goods relatedness, strength, etc. Flexible balancing act.

Can one DuPont factor outweigh all others?

Yes—Fed Cir in Fuente v. Vaporous says dissimilarity can solo-carry, trumping pro-opposer factors.

Standard chars get any style protection; designs lock to specific visuals, easier to distinguish.

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