Eastland Music Group, LLC et al v. Lionsgate Entertainment, Inc. et al

  1. July 20, 2012

    Judge Sides With Lionsgate, Kills '50/50' Trademark Suit

    An Illinois federal judge on Thursday tossed allegations that Lionsgate Entertainment Inc. and others behind the indie comedy film "50/50" infringed the trademark rights of a Florida-based self-described entertainment company, finding that the movie title deserved First Amendment protection.

  2. June 06, 2012

    Film Cos. Say '50/50' Lanham Act Suit Is Frivolous

    Lionsgate Entertainment Inc. and others behind indie comedy film "50/50" urged an Illinois federal court Tuesday to toss a Florida music company's trademark infringement suit over the film's title, arguing it was a constitutionally protected freedom of artistic expression.

  3. November 17, 2011

    Lionsgate Hit With Trademark Suit Over '50/50' Film

    A Florida music company sued the makers of indie comedy "50/50," starring Seth Rogen and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, in Illinois federal court Thursday, claiming the film infringes its 50-50 and "Phifty-50" trademarks.