Reelz controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2020
Hubbard sues Facebook over Reels name
Lawsuit filed
Hubbard Broadcasting filed suit against Facebook in a Minnesota U.S. district court, alleging trademark infringement, trademark dilution, and unfair competition over the Reels name, which Hubbard says conflicts with its REELZ service and trademarks. The allegations are not presented as a court determination.
Source excerpt
Hubbard has filed suit in a Minnesota U.S. district court alleging "trademark infringement, trademark dilution, and unfair competition," citing its REELZ® cable/satellite video service, which is also available on computers, smart TV's and other devices, it points out.
Claiming ongoing and irreparable harm, Hubbard is asking the court to enjoin Facebook/Instagram from using the "Reels" name and seeks trebled damages as well as whatever profits the company has derived from use of the allegedly infringing name, plus court costs and any other relief the court wants to grant.