Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2020
Second-instance decision
The earlier ruling in the Lepin-related case was reportedly upheld on appeal.
2019
Arrests and police asset seizures
Several Lepin executives were reportedly arrested and company assets were seized in connection with the intellectual-property enforcement proceedings.
2018
Reported judgment and fine in LEGO dispute
LEGO reportedly prevailed in the case and Lepin was subjected to a fine.
2016
LEGO lawsuit against Lepin
LEGO sued Lepin, a Loongon-associated sub-brand, alleging unauthorized commercial copying of LEGO intellectual property. The allegations reportedly concerned set designs, boxes, logos, and instruction manuals in addition to the brick format.