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Joan Jett Sues Hot Topic for Trademark Infringement
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Rock star Joan Jett’s Blackheart Records Group Inc. sued mall-based retailer Hot Topic Inc. for trademark infringement, claiming the chain is selling its own line of women’s clothing under the Blackheart brand.
Blackheart, named for Jett’s band, said in a filing dated June 12 in Manhattan federal court that consumers would be confused by apparel being sold by the retailer under that name.