Disney being sued by Evel Knievel’s son over Toy Story 4 “knock off”
Disney and Pixar over their Toy Story 4 character Duke Caboom.Kelly Knievel, who had publicity rights to Evel Knievel since 1978, has accused the studios of financially gaining from a character they based on his father without seeking permission.“Evel Knievel did not thrill millions, break his bones and spill his blood just so Disney could make a bunch of money,” the lawsuit filed in Las Vegas reads.Through his K and K Promotions, Knievel is seeking unspecified damages totalling more than $300,000 (£236,000) in the federal trademark infringement lawsuit, which also alleges false endorsement and unjust enrichment.Disney has denied the allegations, with Jeffrey R.