Judge: JCP can sell Martha-designed goods for now

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NEW YORK (AP) — J.C. Penney can sell certain home goods designed by Martha Stewart that were destined for shelves in May — for now, a New York State Supreme Court judge ruled Friday.

Rival department store chain Macy’s Inc. had sought to temporarily block J.C. Penney Co. from selling products designed by Martha Stewart under the name JCP Everyday. Macy’s argued that the products violate its exclusive contract with Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia — even if they don’t carry the moniker.

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