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Feb. 25, 2025

Pepperdine claims Netflix misuse of name and colors

Pepperdine seeks to halt Netflix's "Running Point," alleging trademark misuse of its 'Waves' identity, while Netflix argues artistic relevance ahead of a Tuesday court hearing.

Pepperdine University is urging a judge to stop Netflix from releasing its upcoming sports comedy series, "Running Point," because of an alleged unauthorized use of the university's identity trademarks, according to a new lawsuit.

The complaint and accompanying restraining order application - filed on Feb. 20 by Sullivan & Cromwell LLP partner Andrei Iancu - accused the streamer and Warner Bros. of misappropriating Pepperdine's name, the Waves, and colors - b...

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