Trademark

Federal Judge Denies Arbitration in Cubs vs. Rooftop Owner Lawsuit Over Trademark and Viewing Rights

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Chicago, IL – A federal judge has ruled against moving a lawsuit by the Chicago Cubs against a neighboring rooftop business, Wrigley View Rooftop, to arbitration. The judge maintained her earlier decision, leaving the Cubs free to continue their legal battle in court. The dispute originated last year when the Cubs filed a lawsuit against Wrigley View Rooftop and its owner, Aidan Dunican. The Cubs allege that the rooftop business, which offers views of games and events at Wrigley Field from an adjacent building for up to 200 guests, has been engaging in unlawful activities. … Read more

Pepperdine University Loses Bid to Halt Netflix’s Release of ‘Running Point’ Over Trademark Claims

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A federal judge has declined Pepperdine University’s request for a temporary restraining order that would have prevented Netflix from releasing certain parts of its new series “Running Point.” This series, according to the university’s claims, improperly mimics the trademarks of its basketball team. The ruling means Netflix can proceed with the scheduled release of the sports comedy series tomorrow. The dispute began when Pepperdine University lodged a lawsuit against Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery last Thursday, alleging trademark infringement. The university contends that the fictional NBA team featured in “Running Point” closely mirrors the distinct … Read more

Meghan Markle Announces New Name for Lifestyle Brand Amid Trademark Tangles

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Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, recently unveiled a new name for her lifestyle brand, transitioning from “American Riviera Orchard” to “As Ever.” This change, aimed at allowing her business to encompass more than just local products from her area, has led to potential trademark conflicts. In a video announcement earlier this week, Meghan explained that the original name felt restrictive, tying the brand solely to products native to her local region. Following her announcement, it emerged that two existing businesses — a clothing company in New York and a wedding photographer in Arizona — … Read more

Major Media Publishers Sue AI Firm Cohere for Copyright and Trademark Infringement in Landmark Case

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NEW YORK — A coalition of prominent news and magazine publishers has initiated a legal battle against Cohere Inc., an AI company with a valuation exceeding $5 billion. The lawsuit, filed in the Southern District of New York on February 13, alleges that Cohere engaged in extensive unauthorized use of the publishers’ copyrighted materials to develop and enhance its artificial intelligence systems. The plaintiffs, including media giants such as Condé Nast, The Atlantic, Forbes Media, and The Guardian, are seeking a permanent injunction and damages, citing massive, systematic copyright and trademark infringements. The News/Media Alliance, … Read more