Megan O’Neill’s Article Covering Barry Sanders’ Potential Image Rights Lawsuit Featured in Forbes

Megan O’Neill’s article “Legal Dispute Brewing For Detroit Lions’ Barry Sanders In Image Rights Case” was recently published by Forbes. In the piece, Megan discusses the potential legal dispute between former NFL player Barry Sanders and Eastern Market Brewing Co. over the use of Sanders’ likeness on a beer. Megan describes the relevant legal issues and covers the likely outcome of litigation. Excerpts from the article can be found below.

“The main legal issue at play here is the use of Sanders’ likeness. Specifically, Sanders is alleging Eastern violated his right of publicity by using his image on the beer without his permission.”

“However, unless Eastern Market Brewing Co. were to reverse course and continue selling the “Same Old Lager” beer, the case may become about what, if any, damages Sanders suffered.”

The full article can be found below.

Legal Dispute Brewing For Detroit Lions’ Barry Sanders In Image Rights Case