Understanding the Beastie Boys vs. Brinker Legal Battle for Copyright Infringement
Learn about the lawsuit filed by the Beastie Boys against Brinker International for unauthorized use of their song, 'Sabotage,' in social-media ads.
Background of the Legal Dispute
The lawsuit filed by the Beastie Boys against Brinker International stems from the unauthorized use of the Beastie Boys' famous song, 'Sabotage,' in a social-media ad by Chili's Grill & Bar, a subsidiary of Brinker. The Beastie Boys alleged that Brinker utilized significant portions of the song and replicated elements from its iconic music video without obtaining permission, leading to claims of copyright infringement and trademark violations.
