North American Sport Karate Association Inc. v. World Tour Promoters, LLC et al
| North American Sport Karate Association Inc. |
| World Tour Promoters, LLC, Michael McCoy, Pro-Kick Productions, LLC, AKI Enterprises LLC, Mon Art Quebec, 13579441 Canada, Inc., Truth Entertainment LLC and Don Rodrigues Karate Academy, Ltd. |
| Frederick J. Lauten |
| Pro-Kick Productions, LLC, AKI Enterprises LLC, Truth Entertainment LLC, Michael McCoy, World Tour Promoters, LLC, Don Rodrigues Karate Academy, Ltd. and 13579441 Canada, Inc. |
| North American Sport Karate Association Inc. |
| 6:2026cv00752 |
| April 7, 2026 |
| U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida |
| Robert M Norway |
| Gregory A Presnell |
| Trademark |
| 15 U.S.C. § 1114 Trademark Infringement |
| Both |
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| Filing 50 MOTION to Dismiss Defendant World Tour Promoters, LLC's Counterclaims by North American Sport Karate Association Inc.. (Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 49 NOTICE of mediation conference/hearing to be held on July 16, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. before Frederick J. Lauten. (Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 48 WAIVER of service returned executed on 6/1/26 by North American Sport Karate Association Inc. as to AKI Enterprises LLC. (Timmerman, John) |
Filing 47
INTERESTED PERSONS ORDER for Defendants Pro-Kick Productions, LLC, AKI Enterprises, LLC, 13579441 Canada, Inc., Truth Entertainment LLC, Don Rodrigues Karate Academy, Ltd. Disclosure Statement due by 6/15/2026. Signed by Judge Gregory A. Presnell on 6/1/2026. (AKC)
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| Filing 46 ANSWER and affirmative defenses with Jury Demand to #34 Amended Complaint , COUNTERCLAIM against North American Sport Karate Association Inc. by Pro-Kick Productions, LLC, AKI Enterprises LLC, Truth Entertainment LLC, Michael McCoy, World Tour Promoters, LLC, Don Rodrigues Karate Academy, Ltd., 13579441 Canada, Inc..(Marcus, David) |
| Filing 45 RETURN of service executed on 5/26/26 by North American Sport Karate Association Inc. as to Pro-Kick Productions, LLC. (Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 44 RETURN of service executed on 5/22/26 by North American Sport Karate Association Inc. as to Mon Art Quebec. (Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 43 RETURN of service executed on 5/25/26 by North American Sport Karate Association Inc. as to Truth Entertainment LLC. (Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 42 CASE REFERRED to Mediation. Lead counsel shall contact opposing Counsel and the mediator, schedule a mediation conference, and file a Notice with the court within 14 days advising the court of the scheduled mediation date. (AKC) |
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Filing 41
CASE MANAGEMENT AND SCHEDULING ORDER: Amended Pleadings due by 6/5/2026. Joinder of Parties due by 6/5/2026. Discovery due by 7/31/2026 Dispositive motions due by 8/7/2026 Pretrial statement due by 8/21/2026 All other motions due by 8/7/2026 Plaintiff disclosure of expert report due by 6/26/2026 Defendant disclosure of expert report due by 7/17/2026. Final Pretrial Conference set for 8/28/2026 at 01:00 PM in Orlando Courtroom 5 A before Judge Gregory A. Presnell Jury Trial set for date certain of 9/21/2026 at 09:15 AM in Orlando Courtroom 5 A before Judge Gregory A. Presnell. Conduct mediation hearing by 7/24/2026. Lead counsel to coordinate dates. Signed by Judge Gregory A. Presnell on 5/26/2026. (AKC)
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| Filing 40 RETURN of service executed on 5/21/26 by North American Sport Karate Association Inc. as to 13579441 Canada, Inc.. (Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 39 RETURN of service executed on 5/21/26 by North American Sport Karate Association Inc. as to Don Rodrigues Karate Academy, Ltd.. (Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 38 CASE MANAGEMENT REPORT. (Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 37 SUMMONS issued as to 13579441 Canada, Inc., AKI Enterprises LLC, Don Rodrigues Karate Academy, Ltd., Mon Art Quebec, Pro-Kick Productions, LLC, Truth Entertainment LLC. (WLB) |
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Filing 36
ORDER denying as moot Defendants World Tour Promoters, LLC and Michael McCoy's #32 Motion to Dismiss. Defendants SHALL file a renewed motion to dismiss, if desired, on or before May 29, 2026. See Order for details. Signed by Judge Gregory A. Presnell on 5/18/2026. (BTM)
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| Filing 35 RESPONSE to Motion re #32 MOTION to Dismiss Plaintiff's Complaint filed by North American Sport Karate Association Inc.. (Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 34 AMENDED COMPLAINT and Demand for Jury Trial, Permanent Injunctive Relief Requested against Michael McCoy, World Tour Promoters, LLC, Pro-Kick Productions, LLC, AKI Enterprises LLC, Mon Art Quebec, 13579441 Canada, Inc., Truth Entertainment LLC, Don Rodrigues Karate Academy, Ltd. with Jury Demand. filed by North American Sport Karate Association Inc.. (Attachments: #1 Exhibit 1 - Articles of Incorporation, #2 Exhibit 2 - Sunbiz, #3 Exhibit 3 - WTP, #4 Exhibit 4 - NASKA Business Record Data, #5 Exhibit 5 - fax, #6 Exhibit 6 - Fictitious Name Registration, #7 Exhibit 7 - Public Use, #8 Exhibit 8 - Waiver, #9 Exhibit 9 - email chain, #10 Exhibit 10 - Reg No '489, #11 Exhibit 11 - Articles of Incorporation, #12 Exhibit 12 - Uncertified Share Notice, #13 Exhibit 13 - Stock Ledger, #14 Exhibit 14 - Trademark Assignment, #15 Exhibit 15 - Reg No '429, #16 Exhibit 16 - Shareholder Resolution, #17 Exhibit 17 - Director Resolution, #18 Exhibit 18 - Demand Letter, #19 Exhibit 19 - McCoy email, #20 Exhibit 20 - Release of Vote, #21 Exhibit 21 - NASKA FB post, #22 Exhibit 22 - NASKA WT Facebook page, #23 Exhibit 23 - NASKA WT Instagram, #24 Exhibit 24 - ICANN Lookup, #25 Exhibit 25 - naskatour.com, #26 Proposed Summons Pro-Kick, #27 Proposed Summons AKI, #28 Proposed Summons 13579441, #29 Proposed Summons Truth Entertainment, #30 Proposed Summons Don Rodrigues Karate, #31 Proposed Summons Mon Art Quebec)(Timmerman, John) |
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Filing 33
ENDORSED ORDER directing Plaintiff to Respond to Defendant's #32 Motion to Dismiss on or before May 15, 2026. Signed by Judge Gregory A. Presnell on 5/4/2026. (BTM)
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| Filing 32 MOTION to Dismiss Plaintiff's Complaint by Michael McCoy, World Tour Promoters, LLC. (Marcus, David) |
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Filing 31
ORDER denying Plaintiff's #10 Motion for Preliminary Injunction. See Order for details. Signed by Judge Gregory A. Presnell on 5/1/2026. (BTM)
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| Filing 30 DISCLOSURE STATEMENT under Rule 7.1, Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, and Local Rule 3.03 by Michael McCoy, World Tour Promoters, LLC identifying Other Affiliate Toronto international airport, Other Affiliate AKA Warrior Cup, LLC, Other Affiliate Pan American international Hialeah school of Self Defense and gym Inc,, Other Affiliate Truth Entertainment LLC, Other Affiliate Pro-Kick Productions LLC, Other Affiliate US Capitol Classics/China Open, Inc., Other Affiliate AKI Enterprises, LLC, Other Affiliate Compete Inc., Other Affiliate Don Rodrigues Karate Academy, Ltd. DBA Ocean State Grand Nationals, Other Affiliate Mon Art Quebec, Other Affiliate Cowboy Up! Martial Arts Events, LLC, Other Affiliate JLB Productions, Inc for World Tour Promoters, LLC. (Marcus, David) Modified on 5/1/2026 to edit docket text (RN). |
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Filing 29
STANDING ORDER ON DISCOVERY. Signed by Magistrate Judge Robert M. Norway on 4/30/2026. (CFG)
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| Filing 28 Minute Entry. In Person Proceedings held before Magistrate Judge Robert M. Norway: PRELIMINARY PRETRIAL CONFERENCE held on 4/30/2026. (LDJ) |
| Filing 27 Minute Entry. In Person Proceedings held before Judge Gregory A. Presnell: MOTION HEARING held on 4/30/2026 re #10 MOTION for Preliminary Injunction filed by North American Sport Karate Association Inc. Court Reporter: Karla Hyland (AKC) |
| Filing 26 NOTICE of hearing: Rule 16 Pretrial Conference set for 4/30/2026 at 11:00 AM in Orlando Courtroom 4 C before Magistrate Judge Robert M. Norway. Signed by Judge Gregory A. Presnell on 4/29/26.(AKC) |
| ***PRO HAC VICE FEES PAID (Receipt Number ORL118491 for $150) by attorney David L. Marcus, appearing on behalf of All Defendants. Related document: #16 MOTION for David L. Marcus to appear pro hac vice. (WLB) |
| Filing 25 NOTICE TO COUNSEL Christopher P. Bussert,Theodore H. Davis, Jr,Sara K. Stadler Local Rule 2.01(c), Special Admission - File a Motion to Appear Pro Hac Vice. Co-counsel with filing rights may electronically file the motion on behalf of the lawyer seeking Special Admission or the motion may be filed in paper format; Pay the Special Admission Fee; (Signed by Deputy Clerk). (BD) |
| Filing 24 RESPONSE in Opposition re #10 MOTION for Preliminary Injunction filed by Michael McCoy, World Tour Promoters, LLC. (Attachments: #1 Exhibit Declaration of Michael McCoy, #2 Exhibit Declaration of Jim Lantri)(received by email in chambers at 8:14 p.m. on 4/27/26)(AKC) |
| Filing 23 DECLARATION of J. Todd Timmerman re #10 MOTION for Preliminary Injunction by North American Sport Karate Association Inc.. (Attachments: #1 Exhibit 1 - NASKA Website, #2 Exhibit 2 - ICANN Lookup, #3 Exhibit 3 - NASKA World Tour Facebook page, #4 Exhibit 4 - NASKA Instagram page)(Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 22 NOTICE of compliance re #15 Order by North American Sport Karate Association Inc. (Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 21 RETURN of service executed on 4-16-26 by North American Sport Karate Association Inc. as to Michael McCoy. (Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 20 PROOF of service - World Tour Promoters, LLC served on 4/15/26. (Timmerman, John) |
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Filing 19
ORDER for David L. Marcus to comply with the administrative procedures regarding electronic filing within 30 days from the date of this order. Signed by Judge Gregory A. Presnell on 4/16/2026. (AKC)
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Filing 18
INTERESTED PERSONS ORDER for Defendants. Disclosure Statement due by 4/30/2026. Signed by Judge Gregory A. Presnell on 4/16/2026. (AKC)
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Filing 17
ENDORSED ORDER granting #16 Motion to Appear Pro Hac Vice provided counsel shall register for and use the Court's electronic filing system. Counsel can register for a CM/ECF login password through the website at www.flmd.uscourts.gov under "CM/ECF." Signed by Magistrate Judge Robert M. Norway on 4/15/2026. (CFG)
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| Filing 16 Unopposed MOTION for David L. Marcus to appear pro hac vice by All Defendants. (e-portal) (ARL) Motions referred to Magistrate Judge Robert M. Norway. |
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Filing 15
ORDER directing Plaintiff to expeditiously serve a copy of its #1 Complaint, #10 Motion for Preliminary Injunction, and this Order upon Defendants on or before April 17, 2026. It is further ORDERED that Defendants shall file their Response to Plaintiff's Motion for Preliminary Injunction on or before April 27, 2026. Further, TAKE NOTICE that the Court will consider Plaintiff's Motion at a non-evidentiary hearing on April 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM. See Order for details. Signed by Judge Gregory A. Presnell on 4/14/2026. (BTM)
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| Filing 14 RETURN of service executed on 4/10/26 by North American Sport Karate Association Inc. as to World Tour Promoters, LLC. (Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 13 DECLARATION of Hunter B. Lyon re #10 MOTION for Preliminary Injunction by North American Sport Karate Association Inc.. (Attachments: #1 Exhibit 1- Trademark Assignment, #2 Exhibit 2- Trademark Registration, #3 Exhibit 3-Demand Letter, #4 Exhibit 4-Resolution of Sole Shareholder, #5 Exhibit 5-Resolution of Board of Directors, #6 Exhibit 6-NASKA World Tour FB, #7 Exhibit 7-NASKA World Tour Instagram, #8 Exhibit 8-NASKA Membership, #9 Exhibit 9-NASKA 2026 Calendar Page, #10 Exhibit 10-rating sanctioning, #11 Exhibit 11-NASKA Code of Ethics, #12 Exhibit 12-Home Page, #13 Exhibit 13-About Page, #14 Exhibit 14-Register Page, #15 Exhibit 15-NASA 2026 Calendar, #16 Exhibit 16-2026 World Black Belt Ratings, #17 Exhibit 17-NASKA World Ratings, #18 Exhibit 18-2026 Changes Rules, #19 Exhibit 19-2026 NASKA Rule Book, #20 Exhibit 20-Clarification Summary, #21 Exhibit 21-Welcome Package, #22 Exhibit 22-AdmissionPolicyPage, #23 Exhibit 23-Contract Page, #24 Exhibit 24-Sunbiz, #25 Exhibit 25-Confusion)(Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 12 Corrected DECLARATION of Larry R. Carnahan re #10 MOTION for Preliminary Injunction by North American Sport Karate Association Inc. (Timmerman, John) Modified on 4/14/2026 to edit the docket text (MLB). |
| Filing 11 DECLARATION of Larry R. Carnahan re #10 MOTION for Preliminary Injunction by North American Sport Karate Association Inc.. (Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 10 MOTION for Preliminary Injunction by North American Sport Karate Association Inc.. (Attachments: #1 Exhibit 1 - Reg, #2 Exhibit 2 - Sunbiz)(Timmerman, John) |
| Set/reset deadlines/hearings: Motion Hearing set for 4/30/2026 at 10:00 AM in Orlando Courtroom 5 A before Judge Gregory A. Presnell. (AKC) |
| Filing 9 NOTICE of Lead Counsel Designation by John Todd Timmerman on behalf of North American Sport Karate Association Inc.. Lead Counsel: J. Todd Timmerman. (Timmerman, John) |
| Filing 8 NOTICE of a related action per Local Rule 1.07(c) by North American Sport Karate Association Inc. Related case(s): Yes (Timmerman, John) Modified on 4/10/2026 to edit the docket text (RPB). |
| Filing 7 DISCLOSURE STATEMENT under Rule 7.1, Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, and Local Rule 3.03 by North American Sport Karate Association Inc. (Timmerman, John) Modified on 4/10/2026 to edit the docket text (RPB). |
| Filing 6 NOTICE TO COUNSEL Samantha Regala, John Todd Timmerman of Local Rule 2.02(a), which states, "The first paper filed on behalf of a party must designate only one lead counsel who - unless the party changes the designation - remains lead counsel throughout the action." Counsel must file a Notice of Lead Counsel Designation identifying lead counsel. (Signed by Deputy Clerk). (ABM) |
| Filing 5 Trademark Report electronically sent to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. (Attachments: #1 Complaint) (ABM) |
| Filing 4 SUMMONS issued as to Michael McCoy, World Tour Promoters, LLC. (ABM) (Main Document 4 replaced on 4/9/2026) (ABM). |
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Filing 3
INITIAL CASE ORDER - Notice of pendency of other actions and Disclosure Statement due within 14 days. Signed by Judge Gregory A. Presnell on 4/8/2026. (AKC)
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| Filing 2 NEW CASE ASSIGNED to Judge Gregory A. Presnell and Magistrate Judge Robert M. Norway. New case number: 6:26-cv-00752-GAP-RMN. (LAW) |
| Filing 1 COMPLAINT and Demand for Jury Trial, Preliminary and Permanent Injunctive Relief Requested against Michael McCoy, World Tour Promoters, LLC with Jury Demand (Filing fee $405 receipt number AFLMDC-24730566) filed by North American Sport Karate Association Inc.. (Attachments: #1 Exhibit 1 - Articles of Incorporation, #2 Exhibit 2 - Uncertified Share Notice, #3 Exhibit 3 - Stock Ledger, #4 Exhibit 4 - Reg. No. 7,721,429, #5 Exhibit 5 - Resolution of Sole Shareholder, #6 Exhibit 6 - Resolution of Board of Directors, #7 Exhibit 7 - Demand Letter, #8 Exhibit 8 - Release of Vote, #9 Exhibit 9 - Facebook post, #10 Exhibit 10 - World Tour Facebook, #11 Exhibit 11 - World Tour Instagram, #12 Civil Cover Sheet, #13 Proposed Summons - World Tour Promoters, #14 Proposed Summons - Michael McCoy)(Timmerman, John) |
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