Tattoo Artist Wins Copyright Claim, But Gets Zero Damages–Alexander v. Take Two
Eric Goldman
SEPTEMBER 29, 2024
Prior blog post. Alexander inked 6 tattoos on wrestler Randy Orton. Videogames featured Orton and his tattoos, and Alexander sued for copyright infringement. A jury ruled for Alexander and awarded $3,750 in damages. The defendants sought to overturn the jury verdict. The denial of fair use stands, but the damages get zeroed out. Fair Use Nature of Use “Defendants’ use of the tattoos was clearly commercial.” Really?
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