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Hard Rock responds to RLHC lawsuit

Hard Rock International has responded to a lawsuit claiming that it stole ideas for its new Reverb brand from RLH Corp.

RLH (Red Lion Hotels Corp.) alleges that Hard Rock, which hired Chicago-based Gettys Group to develop Reverb, plagiarized signature elements of its Hotel RL brand including a coffee bar, music stage and communal seating. RLH says Gettys is also in breach of its contract.

Here’s what Hard Rock said in response to the lawsuit:

“Hard Rock International believes that the RLH Corporation’s claims are without merit, and will vigorously defend itself against such claims. Hard Rock has more than 46 years of experience and we are the authority in providing premium, lifestyle offerings and authentic music experiences to guests around the world. As this is pending litigation, Hard Rock has no further comment.”

“RLH Corp. welcomes fair competition, but infringement of our trade dress is unfair and illegal,” RLH Corp. President and CEO Greg Mount said yesterday. “We are prepared to defend our brands and will pursue all avenues available to RLH Corp. to ensure that all of our brands are protected.”

RLH Corp.’s complaint seeks compensatory damages, an injunction, Hard Rock’s profits from its Reverb chain, and legal fees and costs.

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