John Oliver challenges Buc-ee's legal aggression

Late night host John Oliver publicly challenged the Texas-based retail chain Buc-ee's to sue him after selling 'Buck-off' merchandise, referencing the company's frequent trademark litigation. Following Oliver's segment, Buc-ee's subsequently filed a lawsuit against another small business over logo infringement in what media outlets dubbed a 'battle of the beavers.'

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