Dua Lipa files USD 15 million lawsuit against electronics giant over unauthorized use of image and likeness without consent
Pop star Dua Lipa is suing Samsung Electronics for $15 million, alleging the company used her image on TV packaging without permission.Summary
Global pop star Dua Lipa has initiated a legal battle against Samsung Electronics, seeking $15 million in damages. The lawsuit alleges that the electronics giant used her photograph and likeness on television packaging without her consent or compensation as part of a marketing campaign. The complaint states that the brand responded dismissively when asked to stop the use of her image. Dua Lipa claims she owns the copyright to the photograph, which was taken backstage at the Austin City Limits Music Festival in 2024. The lawsuit includes claims of copyright infringement, violation of California's right of publicity law, federal claims under the Lanham Act, and trademark-related violations. The case has been filed in the Central District of California.
(Source：The Times Of India)