Nadine Spengler Tiger Illustration Copyright Lawsuit: Schedule A Case No. 1:26-cv-12038
Nadine Spengler Files a Federal Copyright Lawsuit on September 30, 2026, in the Northern District of Illinois – Manipulator of Black Holes Artwork, Copyright Infringement Claims, Schedule A Defendants, and Docket Updates
Nadine Spengler filed a federal copyright infringement lawsuit on September 30, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. The lawsuit reportedly concerns alleged unauthorized reproduction and commercial use of Manipulator of Black Holes, a fantasy-style illustration featuring a tiger and distinctive neon-colored visual elements.
The lawsuit was filed against defendants identified through Schedule A, a format commonly used in intellectual property enforcement actions involving multiple online sellers and e-commerce businesses.
Third-party reporting identifies Manipulator of Black Holes as the copyrighted work involved in this proceeding. The specific allegedly infringing merchandise, defendant identities, and copyright ownership claims should be confirmed through the complaint and supporting exhibits.
This is a separate proceeding from Spengler's earlier copyright lawsuit, Case No. 1:26-cv-04974, filed on April 30, 2026.
Case Information
Plaintiff: Nadine Spengler
Defendants: The Partnerships and Unincorporated Associations Identified on Schedule A
Court: U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Case No.: 1:26-cv-12038
Date Filed: September 30, 2026
Presiding Judge: Hon. Charles P. Kocoras
Nature of Action: Copyright Infringement – 17 U.S.C. § 101 (Copyright Act)
Reported Copyright Registration: VA 2-467-481 (subject to verification)
Reported Work at Issue: Manipulator of Black Holes – a neon-colored fantasy illustration featuring a tiger
Plaintiff's Counsel: Keith A. Vogt and associated counsel
Case Update: On September 30, 2026, Nadine Spengler filed her federal copyright infringement complaint with supporting Exhibit 1 and submitted Schedule A identifying defendants.
The docket also records a civil cover sheet and seven attorney notices of appearance filed on behalf of the plaintiff that day.
Third-party reporting published in October 2026 associates this lawsuit with Manipulator of Black Holes and Copyright Registration No. VA 2-467-481.
The accessible public docket does not establish whether the plaintiff subsequently requested or obtained temporary injunctive relief, whether the list of defendants was amended, or the outcome of substantive court rulings.
About the Plaintiff
Nadine Spengler is an artist identified as the plaintiff in this federal copyright infringement lawsuit.
Case-specific reporting describes the plaintiff as a freelance illustrator and character designer associated with fantasy-themed artwork featuring imaginative creatures, detailed visual compositions, and vibrant colors.
The artwork reportedly involved in this action, Manipulator of Black Holes, features a tiger rendered with a distinctive fantasy-inspired aesthetic and luminous color effects.
Spengler has pursued copyright enforcement in other federal proceedings, including a separate case filed in April 2026.
Through the September 30 lawsuit, the plaintiff asserts copyright interests against defendants allegedly involved in unauthorized reproduction or commercial use of protected artwork.
The precise copyrighted work, registration details, ownership information, and allegedly infringing products should be verified through the complaint and supporting evidence.
Monitor the Case
Public case information for Nadine Spengler v. The Partnerships and Unincorporated Associations Identified on Schedule A, Case No. 1:26-cv-12038, is available through PacerMonitor.
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The allegations are claims made by the plaintiff and do not, by themselves, establish liability.
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