Beastie Boys Settle Copyright Dispute with Chili’s Owner Over ‘Sabotage’ Usage

In a recent development, the Beastie Boys have reached a settlement in their copyright infringement lawsuit with Brinker International Inc., the owner of the Chili’s restaurant chain. The lawsuit, which was filed in New York federal court, alleged that Brinker International used the Beastie Boys’ track “Sabotage” in its social media marketing efforts without obtaining the necessary permission from the group. The specifics of the settlement remain undisclosed at this time, marking the conclusion of the legal battle between the two parties. For more on this story, please visit Law360.