Civil Rights Law Section 51 My Name Has Been Used
My stage name and full color picture has been used on postcards to promote an upcoming event at a local nightclub. It states I am to attend and perform at this location. Not only do I not know the people organizing the event, I found out from finding a flyer in the street. What legal actions can I take? Can I prevent the club from opening? Can I sue? If so who or how do I find out who the people are? The party is for all ages so I am guessing it is young kids who did this (16-21). I am well known. Thanks.
Asked on 10/31/05, 4:49 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Stephen Loeb
Law Office of Stephen R. Loeb
Re: Civil Rights Law Section 51 My Name Has Been Used
It is blatantly illegal to use your name or image for commercial benefit without your consent. You can send them a cease and desist letter. You can sue for damages.
Should you like to discuss this or any other legal matter, you can e-mail me for more information about low cost face-to-face, on-line, or a telephone consultation with a lawyer in our office.
Answered on 10/31/05, 10:56 am
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