Eminem Seeks Protective Order in 'Reasonably Shady' Trademark Dispute

Rapper's Opposition to 'Real Housewives' Stars' Trademark Request Leads to Court Battle

Eminem has requested a protective order against 'Real Housewives of Potomac' stars Gizelle Bryant and Robyn Dixon in an ongoing trademark dispute over their podcast name, 'Reasonably Shady'.
The rapper, known by the monikers Slim Shady and Shady, filed an opposition to the trademark request earlier this year, arguing his brand would be 'damaged' and it could 'cause confusion' among consumers.
Bryant and Dixon responded by asking the court to dismiss Eminem's opposition and insisted that he be deposed, meaning he would have to testify under oath or by written statement.
Eminem's lawyers argue that it would be 'unduly burdensome' for him to be deposed due to his 'limited knowledge of the subjects at issue', suggesting others, including his longtime manager Paul Rosenberg, might be better alternatives.
Bryant and Dixon's attorney, Andrea Evans, stated that if Eminem files a lawsuit, he should be available to be deposed, and they would like to question him about his use of the expressions Slim Shady and Shady.