SXSW sues local restaurant
Continuing its history of vigorously protecting the SXSW brand, SXSW Inc. is suing local restauranteur Gary Miller over the name of his new venture, South by South First. Located at the intersection of South First St. and Stassney Lane, South by South First boasts a large stage in addition to a restaurant and bar.
Because they plan to feature live music, I can see why SXSW Inc. would be concerned about South by South First. On the other hand, there is little chance anyone will confuse a restaurant with the festival.
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