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Post by account_disabled on Mar 10, 2024 0:08:22 GMT -6
Lawrence Sullivan , better known as the “ Florida Joker ”, is once again in the spotlight with his audacious demands. This time, he raised his claim to $3 million against Rockstar Games , alleging misuse of his likeness in the highly anticipated GTA 6 . Wearing an orange prison jumpsuit and with his hair dyed purple, Sullivan imposes a three-day deadline for the company to meet his demand, before his lawyers take more aggressive action. Parody and fair use: A controversial legal field Despite Sullivan 's claims , there is debate over whether parody of public figures can be considered fair use, especially in the United States. This was a point highlighted in a parody guide by Harvard University 's Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society . Additionally, previous cases, such as Lindsay Lohan 's attempt to sue Rockstar over a character who resembled the Mean Girls star , were unsuccessful. Rockstar Italy Mobile Number List and unexpected marketing While they argue that Rockstar may not need to compensate Sullivan , there is debate over whether they should. The company has already capitalized on viral situations for public relations gains, such as the video of the Stanley Cup surviving a fire. However, GTA 6 is a game that, by its very nature, may not need additional marketing strategies. Advice and criticism from industry insiders Roger Clarke , the voice behind Arthur Morgan in Red Dead Redemption 2 , advised Sullivan to use his notoriety to his advantage. However, he also made a scathing criticism about the chances of success in the case: You don't need to talk to them. They won't talk to you. People like you have been trying to sue them for decades. They're covered in lawyers, man. They know exactly what they can and cannot do.
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