Attorneys from a Florida-based law firm have filed a multi-million dollar lawsuit in federal court on behalf of music legend Chubby Checker, best known for his hit record, "The Twist." The lawsuit was filed today against Hewlett Packard and its subsidiary Palm, Inc. for maintaining a software application called "Chubby Checker" for Palm products. Hewlett Packard nor Palm, Inc. have been given permission directly, indirectly or otherwise to maintain the app.
The lawsuit details the irreparable damage and harm that the app caused Chubby Checker and his company. The complaint further states that despite numerous attempts to cease the app, Hewlett Packard refused to dismantle the operation and, therefore, continues to perpetuate degrading and derogatory content directly linked to Chubby Checker. The app adversely affects Chubby Checker's brand and value, according to the lawsuit, and if allowed to continue, will cause serious damage to Chubby Checker's image. The lawsuit alleges that the egregious and flagrant acts of Hewlett Packard and Palm, Inc., if not stopped immediately, will permit them to enjoy profits to which they are not entitled.
