While a “lightsaber” may have descriptive meaning within the “Star Wars” universe, it does not have any descriptive meaning in the “real world” (Merrian Webster online agrees). However, in order to be a fair use the plaintiff’s mark must have a descriptive, non-trademark meaning and the defendant must be using the mark in the descriptive sense.
The defendant’s likely defense will be to claim that this is merely a “fair use” of the term lightsaber. Lucasfilms’ complaint (available here) alleges trademark infringement, false designation of origin, trademark dilution, cybersquatting, and related claims under state law. The page also uses variations of the Rebel logo throughout the website, as shown in the website screenshot below: The website offers a class schedule, information or instructor certification, and t-shirts available for sale. The Lightsaber Academy is (probably) exactly what you think it is, a dojo for individuals to learn and perfect their lightsaber skills. October 14, Lucasfilm sued Michael Brown, the owner and operator of New York Jedi Lightsaber Academy. Disney appears to be continuing this approach, as confirmed by a recent lawsuit filed by Lucasfilms against a lightsaber school. More is on the way as the new Star Wars Rogue One is set for a Decemrelease date and Episode VIII is (currently) scheduled for a Decemrelease.Įven before Disney’s purchase, Lucasfilm was known to be very active with enforcement of its trademark rights in order to maintain the value of its various brands.
At the risk of stating the obvious, that’s a lot of money. 18, 2015 and grossed more than $2 billion at the box office. Episode VII: The Force Awakens was released on Dec.
With its purchase of Lucasfilms and the Star Wars franchise, Disney did not wait long to begin exploiting the works.
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