Reported 3 days ago
Tom Bodett, the long-time spokesperson for Motel 6, has filed a lawsuit against the motel chain for using his name and voice without consent after their nearly 40-year partnership ended. Bodett claims that after the new owner, OYO, failed to make a $1.2 million annual payment, Motel 6 continued to utilize his identity in advertisements, violating his rights. The lawsuit seeks $1.2 million in damages, along with profit sharing, as Bodett aimed for a peaceful resolution but encountered communication issues with the company.
Source: YAHOO