Jul 22, 2010
Calif. High Court Won’t Block Malicious Prosecution Suit Against Manatt
Manatt, Phelps & Phillips on Wednesday lost its bid to have the California Supreme Court review a malicious prosecution lawsuit filed against the firm over Franklin Mint’s line of Princess Diana collectibles. In May, an appeals court reinstated the suit, finding that Manatt had no probable cause to bring trademark dilution or false advertising claims against Franklin on behalf of the firm’s clients, the late princess’s estate and The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund.