"The complaint we filed alleges violations of the Illinois Right to Publicity Act. Companies may not profit from anyone's identity without their permission. We believe our filing speaks for itself."
"In 2002, when Thomas didn't make the All-Star team, the White Sox invoked a 'diminished skills' clause in his contract, cutting his salary significantly."
"In 2006, Thomas sued two White Sox doctors for a misdiagnosis that he claimed compounded his injury and led to his release in 2005."
Frank Thomas has initiated a civil lawsuit against the Chicago White Sox, Nike, and Fanatics for allegedly using his likeness without permission on City Connect 2.0 jerseys. The lawsuit, filed in Cook County, Illinois, seeks over $50,000 and a jury trial. Thomas' attorney claims this violates the Illinois Right to Publicity Act. The White Sox and MLBPA have not commented, while Nike and Fanatics declined to respond. A case management hearing is set for May 21. Thomas has previously had disputes with the White Sox regarding contract issues and medical misdiagnosis.
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