Netflix and Warner Bros. Urge Federal Judge to Dismiss Pepperdine Trademark Claims Against “Running Point” Series

Netflix and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. have requested that a California federal judge permit the release of their upcoming series, “Running Point,” despite trademark claims brought against them by Pepperdine University. The entertainment companies argue that the show’s content is unrelated to the university or its athletic teams. They contend that the series should not be restricted on these grounds. The outcome of this legal dispute may set a precedent for how trademark claims are handled in relation to creative works. For further details, the original discussion can be found here.