A judge has made a ruling in the ongoing legal battle between a Montreal artist and Marvel Entertainment. The dispute, which centers around legal fees, will now be decided at trial.
The artist, who remains unnamed, filed a lawsuit against Marvel in 2018, claiming that the company had used his artwork without permission in their blockbuster film, “Avengers: Infinity War”. The artist alleges that Marvel used his designs for the character Thanos without giving him proper credit or compensation.
In response, Marvel filed a counterclaim, stating that the artist had actually been hired as a freelancer and had been paid for his work. They also argued that the artist had signed a release form, giving Marvel the rights to use his designs.
The legal battle has been ongoing for three years, with both parties unable to come to a resolution. However, on Tuesday, a Quebec Superior Court judge ruled that the dispute over legal fees will be decided at trial.
The judge’s decision means that the case will now move forward to a full trial, where both sides will present their arguments and evidence. This ruling is a significant development in the case, as it indicates that the judge believes there is enough evidence to warrant a trial.
The artist’s lawyer, who has been fighting for his client’s rights since the beginning, expressed satisfaction with the judge’s ruling. He stated that they are confident in their case and look forward to presenting it in court.
On the other hand, Marvel’s legal team has not yet commented on the ruling. It is unclear how they plan to proceed with the case.
The trial date has not yet been set, but it is expected to take place in the coming months. This ruling is a step forward in the legal battle between the Montreal artist and Marvel, and it will be interesting to see how the case unfolds in court.
