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Gaga's 'Mayhem' Lawsuit: Surf Brand Fights Fee Bill
25 Sep
Summary
- Surf brand Lost disputes paying Lady Gaga's $232,000 legal fees.
- The lawsuit was dismissed on technical First Amendment grounds.
- A hearing on legal fees is scheduled for October 15.
Lost Surfboards is contesting a $232,000 legal fee demand from Lady Gaga after losing a trademark infringement case. The company sued the pop star over her 2025 album title "Mayhem," claiming it infringed on their surf equipment brand. A judge dismissed the suit last month, ruling that the First Amendment protects the use of trademarks in artistic works like music.
In a recent court filing, Lost argued that its lawsuit was not unreasonable and should not automatically obligate them to pay Gaga's legal expenses. They contend the dismissal occurred on technical grounds related to artistic relevance and consumer deception. Lost also claims the requested legal fees from Gibson Dunn are inflated.
The surf company is appealing the case's dismissal and has requested a reduction in potential fee awards. Lady Gaga's legal team had described the lawsuit as a publicity stunt. A hearing concerning the legal fees is scheduled for October 15.
