Run-DMC Is Suing US Retailers Wal-Mart And Amazon for $50m

• It is alleged that the retailers sold products bearing the group's name without permission.

Run DMC is regarded as one of the most influential groups in hip-hop

A founding member of the legendary rap group, Run-D.M.C has filed a lawsuit in the US accusing Wal-Mart, Amazon and other retailers of infringing on the group’s copyright.

Darryl ‘DMC’ McDaniels is filing for $50 million and alleging that the retailers sold products bearing the group’s name without permission.

The legal complaint further alleges that the defendants are ‘advertising, selling, manufacturing, promoting and distributing multiple products in Run-DMC’s trademarked name and confusing the public as to the source of origin and endorsement of its products.’

The items alleged to have been infringed upon include hats, glasses, patches, shirts, wallets and other items.