Judge Upholds $100 Million Verdict for Mattel in Bratz Doll IP Case

A federal judge upheld a $100 million jury verdict Monday for Mattel in a lengthy legal battle over rights to the Bratz doll, a rival to Mattel's Barbie. The judge also confirmed in his ruling late Monday that the Bratz doll -- marketed by MGA Entertainment since 2001 -- is Mattel property. He appointed a temporary federal receiver to take control of the Bratz brand and MGA's assets. Mattel attorneys have said the company is willing and able to produce Bratz dolls once receivership issues are sorted out.