ELVH Inc. filed a federal lawsuit against Nike last week, laced with allegations of copyright infringement. The suit claims a series of designs Eddie trademarked designs which have prominently been displayed on his guitars since 1978 were lifted by Nike without his consent.
The suit is not only seeking monetary retribution it also calls for "the impoundment and destruction of all footwear."
Van Halen received a 2001 copyright for his "Frankenstein" guitar’s design.
Van Halen states that Nike is doing "irreparable harm and damage" to his signature design and is suing for general and punitive damages, all profits arising from the sales of "Dunk Lows" and a permanent injunction halting production of the Nike shoes.
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