KRAVITCH, Senior Circuit Judge:
The issue presented in this case is whether the "first-sale doctrine," a well-established limitation on intellectual property rights, applies to the common-law right of publicity. We hold that it does. Accordingly, we affirm the district court, which granted summary judgment to the defendant.
I.
Elisa Allison ("Allison") is the widow of Clifford Allison, a well-known race-car driver who had a licensing agreement with...
Let's get started
Welcome to the leading source of independent legal reporting
Sign on now to see your case.
Or view more than 10 million decisions and orders.
- Updated daily.
- Uncompromising quality.
- Complete, Accurate, Current.
