Youngtak Finally Starts Legal Battle... "Sues Yecheon Yangjo for Extortion and Threats"

Criminal Complaint for Extortion and Threats
Lawsuit for Damages Due to Unauthorized Use of Cover Image

Photo by Yecheon Brewery

[Asia Economy Reporter Na Ye-eun] Singer Youngtak (38, Park Youngtak) has taken legal action against Yecheon Brewery, the manufacturer of "Youngtak Makgeolli," with whom he is involved in a trademark dispute.

Youngtak's agency, New Era Project, stated on the 6th through an official position, "Youngtak's side recently filed a criminal complaint with investigative authorities based on objective evidence against Yecheon Brewery for acts of extortion and threats, and has also filed a lawsuit in court seeking an injunction against the unauthorized use of the 'Youngtak' trademark and claiming damages."

They continued, "Youngtak's side had tried to endure Yecheon Brewery's unfair actions, but due to the continued excessive dissemination of false information and defamation by Yecheon Brewery, they were forced to take legal measures," explaining the reason for the complaint.

Furthermore, "Youngtak's side will leave the judgment on a series of unfair acts by Yecheon Brewery to the investigative authorities and the court, and unless there are special circumstances, they do not plan to respond to noise caused by Yecheon Brewery," they added.

Earlier, Yecheon Brewery announced that the renewal of the contract for Youngtak as the model for "Youngtak Makgeolli" had fallen through, claiming that Youngtak's side demanded an unreasonable amount of "5 billion KRW per year," totaling "15 billion KRW over three years" as a condition during the process, and asserted that they have the right to continue using the "Youngtak Makgeolli" trademark even after the expiration of the advertising model contract with Youngtak.

On the other hand, Youngtak's side denied Yecheon Brewery's claims and stated that they are pursuing legal action regarding ▲ extortion and threats against Youngtak ▲ insults and defamation against Youngtak and his family ▲ unfair use of Youngtak's name rights, personality rights, trademark, and trade dress.

Meanwhile, Yecheon Brewery said on the 17th of last month, "We have evidence supporting Youngtak's demand for 15 billion KRW," and "As soon as the complaint is received, we will submit it to investigative authorities to reveal who is lying and clarify the truth."

Below is the full statement from New Era Project.

Hello.

This is New Era Project.

Youngtak's side recently filed a criminal complaint with investigative authorities against Yecheon Brewery Co., Ltd. for acts of extortion and threats based on objective evidence, and has filed a lawsuit in court seeking an injunction and damages for the unauthorized use of the 'Youngtak' trademark.

Youngtak's side had tried to endure the unfair actions of Yecheon Brewery Co., Ltd., but due to the continued excessive dissemination of false information and defamation by Yecheon Brewery Co., Ltd., they were forced to take legal measures. Youngtak's side will leave the judgment on a series of unfair acts by Yecheon Brewery Co., Ltd. to the investigative authorities and the court, and unless there are special circumstances, they do not plan to respond to noise caused by Yecheon Brewery Co., Ltd.

Youngtak will do his best in his original activities and repay your trust and support with good music and a wholesome image.

Thank you.

Sincerely, New Era Project

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