As of the latest information available, there has been no specific individual or entity taking direct legal action against Prince Harry and Meghan Markle for the use of the "Sussex Royal" trademark. However, there have been notable developments concerning their use of this name.
Background on Sussex Royal Trademark
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, initially used the "Sussex Royal" brand as part of their charitable and social endeavors. This included trademarks for various goods and services.
Developments and Challenges
1. The Queen's Decision: Following their decision to step back from royal duties in early 2020, there was significant discussion within the British Royal Family about their use of the word "Royal." The Queen and senior officials decided that it would not be appropriate for the couple to use "Royal" in their branding as they were no longer working members of the royal family.
2. Trademark Applications: The couple had filed trademark applications for "Sussex Royal" across a variety of categories. However, following the discussions with the Royal Family, they agreed to stop using the "Sussex Royal" name.
3. Voluntary Withdrawal: Rather than facing any legal action, Harry and Meghan voluntarily decided to withdraw their trademark applications and cease using the "Sussex Royal" brand as a part of their future endeavors.
While there was significant public and media speculation about the potential for legal challenges, the situation was resolved internally within the Royal Family framework. Thus, no external legal actions were initiated against Harry and Meghan concerning the "Sussex Royal" trademark.
