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That's like comparing an ant and an elephant.... how does it even compare? One is a bottle of Sprite, and not even a class action lawsuit, the other is a trademark for selling rights in the entire country.

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I was making a point that Chinese courts generally don't award large lawsuits. The peasant sued for 4 rmb but the court felt that was too much. Here is the news article if you are interested: http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/business/2010-02/04/content_942...

Here is another case dealing with trademarks where the Chinese courts awarded nickels on dimes.

http://www.forbes.com/feeds/afx/2006/01/11/afx2444090.html

OK, got it. But it would have been easier to accept your point from the beginning if you'd have used the chocolate example in the first place. That's a much better comparison.

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