Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2019
Consumer concerns about product durability
Media coverage reported complaints from some customers who believed newer Dr. Martens products were less durable than older pairs. The company rejected the suggestion of a broad materials or process deterioration and stated that its defective-footwear rate was low.
1999
Trademark litigation in the United States
Dr. Martens was involved in lawsuits in US courts concerning trademark rights. The company also filed additional trademark-related lawsuits in 2016.