U.S. Events, LLC v. Detroit Lions, Inc.

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Case Number:

2:25-cv-14108

Court:

Michigan Eastern

Nature of Suit:

Trademark

Judge:

Matthew F. Leitman

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  1. February 23, 2026

    Detroit Lions Move To Sack 'Motor City Muscle' TM Claims

    The Detroit Lions have asked a Michigan federal judge to dismiss a trademark lawsuit accusing the NFL team of infringing the "Motor City Muscle" slogan and logo used by a Detroit-area music festival.

  2. December 22, 2025

    Mich. Festival Organizer Says Lions Stole Name

    The producers of a Michigan music festival have gone to federal court to claim that the Detroit Lions used their slogan and logo without permission to promote a new "Motor City Muscle" football jersey design.