MacDonald et al v. WGBH Educational Foundation et al

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Case Number:

1:18-cv-10773

Court:

Massachusetts

Nature of Suit:

Trademark

Judge:

Rya W. Zobel

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  1. June 19, 2018

    'Van Gogh Of Woodworking' Wants Disclaimer For PBS Show

    The so-called "Van Gogh of Woodworking" asked a Massachusetts federal judge Tuesday to force a Boston PBS affiliate to show a disclaimer stating he is not involved in the current season of the station's woodworking show as he accuses the affiliate of using his likeness and signature catchphrase.

  2. April 27, 2018

    'Van Gogh Of Woodworking' Wants PBS To Halt Slogan Use

    An ex-television host described by his former employer as the "Van Gogh of Woodworking" asked a Massachusetts federal judge on Friday to stop a Boston Public Broadcasting Service affiliate from using his slogan and likeness in promoting its TV show after the station dropped him after seven years on the air.

  3. April 23, 2018

    Ex-TV Host Hits Boston PBS Affiliate With Trademark Suit

    A former television host dubbed the "Van Gogh of woodworking" filed a suit in Massachusetts federal court Sunday claiming a Boston Public Broadcasting Service affiliate continued to use his name and catch phrase even after it dropped him as a host after seven seasons.