Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2007
Paris Hilton parody-card lawsuit
Paris Hilton sued Hallmark over a card depicting her as a waitress and using her catchphrase. Hallmark argued that the card was parody protected by fair-use principles. The case reached appellate review and was later settled out of court.
1994
Neil Armstrong ornament lawsuit
Neil Armstrong sued Hallmark after the company used his name and a recording of his famous quotation on a Christmas ornament without permission. The case settled privately for an undisclosed amount.