VIZ Media RWBY Trademark Infringement Lawsuit: Schedule A Case No. 1:26-cv-11400
VIZ Media, LLC Schedule A Lawsuit Filed September 17, 2026, in the Northern District of Illinois – RWBY Animation Trademark Claims, Case Details, and Docket Updates
VIZ Media, LLC filed a federal trademark infringement lawsuit on September 17, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. The case reportedly concerns alleged infringement of intellectual property rights associated with RWBY, an animated series known for its distinctive characters and branding.
The lawsuit was filed against defendants identified through Schedule A, a format commonly used in intellectual property enforcement actions involving online sellers and e-commerce businesses.
Case Information
Plaintiff: VIZ Media, LLC
Court: U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Case No.: 1:26-cv-11400
Date Filed: September 17, 2026
Presiding Judge: Hon. Matthew F. Kennelly
Nature of Action: Trademark Infringement – 15 U.S.C. § 44 (Lanham Act)
Case Update: On September 17, 2026, VIZ Media filed its complaint, submitted Schedule A under seal, and requested permission to keep certain documents sealed.
About the Plaintiff
VIZ Media, LLC is an American entertainment and publishing company known for distributing Japanese manga, anime, and related entertainment properties. Its catalog includes well-known titles such as Naruto, One Piece, and Bleach.
VIZ Media is also associated with RWBY, an animated series featuring distinctive characters and branding used in entertainment and licensed merchandise.
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Public case information for VIZ Media, LLC v. The Partnerships and Unincorporated Associations Identified on Schedule A, Case No. 1:26-cv-11400, is linked through PacerMonitor.
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