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Bob Marley's Family Wins In Image Lawsuit

This is a big victory for the the heirs of Bob Marley. A federal judge has ruled against a company that has been using the reggae legend's image in making and selling toys and apparel. Leo Valencia, owner of Avela, has been ordered to pay Marley's family $300,000 in damages after the family complained that they didn't [...]

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14:17 on January 22 2011

Bob Marley - Marley's Family Win Image Rights Case

ContactMusic — BOB MARLEY's family has won a legal battle against the bosses of an apparel company, who were accused of unfairly selling products bearing the reggae legend's image.Marle... more info

Bob Marley Bob Marley & The Wailers

19:40 on January 23 2011

Bob Marley's Family Wins In Image Lawsuit

Perez Hilton — This is a big victory for the the heirs of Bob Marley. A federal judge has ruled against a company that has been using the reggae legend's image in making and selling toy... more info

Bob Marley Bob Marley & The Wailers

21:13 on January 23 2011

Bob Marley's Family Wins Image Rights Case

Starpulse — Bob Marley's family has won a legal battle against the bosses of an apparel company, who were accused of unfairly selling products bearing the reggae legend's image. Mar... more info

Bob Marley Bob Marley & The Wailers

22:04 on January 23 2011