Six models are suing Jamaican Flava Lounge in Charlotte for allegedly using their images without authorization or compensation, creating a misleading impression of endorsement. According to the lawsuit filed in federal court, images were altered on social media to falsely suggest affiliation. The plaintiffs, each with substantial social media followings and professional modeling backgrounds, seek damages for trademark infringement and demand a jury trial. Notable models include Janet Guzman and Yodit Yemane, both known for their significant online presence and prior professional work.
The six models allege that Jamaican Flava Lounge altered their images to falsely suggest affiliation or endorsement, which they claim is immoral and unethical.
The plaintiffs, consisting of well-known models with significant social media followings, are seeking damages for trademark infringement and a jury trial.
Models involved include Janet Guzman, who has nearly two million Instagram followers, and Yodit Yemane, known for her substantial online presence.
The lawsuit claims the nightclub's owners used the plaintiffs' images without permission or compensation, violating their rights as professional models.
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