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Connections: "Finger Lakin' Good" and trademark law

"Finger Lakin' Good?" Yes, that's the name for a new resort near Canandaigua Lake chosen by local businessman Brian Mastrosimone. But Kentucky Fried Chicken is suing to block the name, saying it infringes on their popular slogan, "Finger lickin' good."

Mastrosimone says this is a case of corporate bullying. KFC says they wish him well, but he can't rip off its brand. Who's right? KFC provided a statement to WXXI. Our guests: 

  • Brian Mastrosimone, owner of businesses under the umbrella name of  “Finger Lakin’ Good”
  • Kristen Mollnow Walsh, partner at Nixon Peabody LLC
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Evan Dawson is the host of "Connections with Evan Dawson." He joined WXXI in January 2014 after working at 13WHAM-TV, where he served as morning news anchor. He was hired as a reporter for 13WHAM-TV in 2003 before being promoted to anchor in 2007.