Mattel to contest Bratz ruling
Toy maker Mattel has declared its intent to appeal against a ruling over the ownership of the Bratz doll line.
Mattell claims Bratz designer Carter Bryant was working for them when he created the dolls, an accusation maker MGA Entertainment denies.
Last week, MGA was awarded just over £100 million for damages related to trade secret misappropriation, as well as nearly £85 million for copyright infringement, breach of contract and other issues.
A statement from Mattel said the firm remained committed to finding a resolution that would result in a fair conclusion to the litigation.
MGA's legal advisers have told news agencies that they are confident their client will prevail.
MGA claimed in court last week that Mattel had tried to crush Bratz because they were giving Barbie a run for her money, while Mattel accused MGA of stealing the idea for the dolls and then covering up the theft.
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