Possible Intellectual Property case for Fawlty Towers actor John Cleese

Actor John Cleese says he may sue an Australian theatre company for its “shameless rip-off” of Fawlty Towers.

The actor said that the Faulty Towers Dining Experience did not seek permission to use the show’s title, themes or characters and had not received royalties from the show, which reportedly makes almost $2m (£1m) a year.

He stated, “Seems they thought that by not asking, and by changing the ‘w’ to a ‘u’, they’d be in the clear! Hilarious.”

If you have a brand, something you have invented, or an original piece of work that you have written and someone infringes your rights our intellectual property solicitors Oldham can help you secure an injunction, damages or account of profits with the delivery up and destruction of the offending item.

If you have been accused of infringing someone’s intellectual property rights then we can also help by raising various defences and minimizing your liability.

Please speak to Shalish Mehta, solicitor in our civil and commercial litigation department. Call us on 0161 785 3534 or email Shalish.Mehta@wrigleyclaydon.com.

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Shalish Mehta

Shalish acts on behalf of both private individuals and commercial clients, bringing or defending claims in the High Court or the County Court. Shalish is fluent in Gujarati and will happily represent those for whom Gujariti is the first language, in English. Shalish is also able to advise and assist with negotiations to resolve disputes, avoiding the need for court proceedings. Shalish joined the firm 10 years ago, very shortly after he qualified as a solicitor. Shalish is a keen sportsman, regularly playing cricket and five-a-side football. He is also a self-confessed foodie, taking great pleasure in sampling different cuisines from around the world. Currently, Shalish is pursuing his interest in languages, attending evening Spanish lessons at a local college.

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