The order in LMGM, S.L.U. and Lionel Andrés Messi Cuccittini v. The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associations Identified on Schedule A to the Complaint (Case No. 1:26-cv-02468) targets defendants operating through online marketplace accounts identified on Schedule A to the complaint.
Judge Ramos held that the plaintiffs, LMGM and Messi, established a likelihood of success on the merits of their trademark infringement claim regarding U.S. Trademark Registration No. 4,948,078. The court determined that an ordinary observer would be deceived into thinking the counterfeit products were genuine or authorized by Messi.
The injunction enjoins the defendants from using the trademark, passing off counterfeit goods as genuine, and shipping or distributing unauthorized inventory. It also restrains defendants from transferring or disposing of any money or assets until further ordered by the court.
The order specifically directs Temu and Walmart to disable and cease providing services for any defendant user accounts engaged in selling the infringing goods within five days of receiving notice.
Third-party providers, including payment processors like PayPal and Stripe, as well as domain name registrars and internet service providers, are ordered to provide expedited discovery regarding the defendants’ identities, sales history, and financial accounts within five business days of notice.
Plaintiffs posted a $5,000 bond to secure the preliminary injunction, which remains with the court until final disposition or termination of the order. Defendants may appear and move to dissolve or modify the injunction on two days’ notice.