Technology giant Microsoft has sued an Indian company along with several other entities alleging that they misused its name and registered trademarks while providing fraudulent technical support services to unsuspecting consumers.
Microsoft's Digital Crimes Unit filed a civil lawsuit earlier this month in federal court in the Central District of California for unfair and deceptive business practices and trademark infringement against C-Cubed Solutions. It is a "private business company formed under the laws of India", Omnitech Support based in California and Florida-based Anytime Techies along with two other individuals.
According to the lawsuit, C-Cubed is a "private company associated under the laws of India." Its directors include Marc Haberman, Rachel Eilat Haberman and Jay Wurzberger. C-Cubed is a subsidiary of California-based Customer Focus Services (CFS) and "operates the mail server by which CFS' fraudulent technical support businesses communicate with customers," according to the lawsuit.
Microsoft is demanding a jury trial and seeking permanent injunction to restrain and enjoin the defendants from infringement of Microsoft's registered trademarks and from directly or indirectly engaging in false advertising or promotions regarding the quality or security of Microsoft software.